2026 Minimum Wage Rates by State
More than 20 states will have minimum wage increases that take effect in 2026, most on January 1st. See the comprehensive list here.
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Stratus HR Named a 2025 Best Company to Work For by Utah Business Magazine
Stratus HR has been named a 2025 Best Company to Work For after employees completed anonymous surveys about their overall work environment and...
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Dec 11, 2025
Small Businesses: Pay Attention to the $1.35M California Privacy Complaint
If your company operates online, collects consumer data, or accepts job applications from CA residents, you need to take action to comply with the...
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Dec 5, 2025
Independent Contractor vs Employee: New Clarification
A recent court case reminds employers everywhere to review whether workers being paid as independent contractors should be considered employees.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Nov 28, 2025
How to Have Difficult Conversations with Employees
Do you know how to have difficult conversations with employees? Whether you’re a new manager or an expert, we’ve simplified it into five easy steps.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 20, 2025
9 Best Team Collaboration Tools That Improve Workplace Communication
If emails, chat threads, and projects are scattered and slipping through the cracks, it's time to invest in one of these team collaboration tools.
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Nov 14, 2025
An Easier Way to Boost Employee Retirement Benefits: SECURE 2.0 Act Explained
The SECURE 2.0 Act simplifies offering retirement benefits and makes saving for retirement easier. The problem? Most employers don’t know about it.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Nov 5, 2025
Do Employees Get Time Off to Vote?
If an employee requests time off to vote for local or federal elections, does the employer have to make accommodations?
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Oct 30, 2025
Understanding Body Language in an Interview: Sending the Right Message
Is your body language saying the same thing as your words? Here’s a quick checklist of dos and don’ts when conducting an interview.
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Oct 23, 2025
