California Minimum Wage Increase Coming in 2027: What Employers Need to Know
California Minimum Wage Increase Coming in 2027: What Employers Need to Know California employers have another wage increase to prepare for in 2027. Effective January 1, 2027, California’s statewide minimum wage will increase from $16.90 to $17.40 per hour. The new rate generally applies to employers statewide regardless of employer size. While a 50-cent hourly […]
Leave of Absence Basics: What Every Employer Should Know
Leave of Absence Basics: What Every Employer Should Know Managing a leave of absence may seem straightforward: an employee needs time away from work, the employer reviews the request, and the leave is approved or denied. In reality, employee leave can be one of the more complicated areas of HR compliance. Federal, state, and local […]
IRS Mileage Rate Update: What Employers Need to Know for 2026
IRS Mileage Rate Update: What Employers Need to Know for 2026 Keeping up with changes that impact employees and business operations is an important part of effective HR management. One recent update employers should be aware of is the IRS standard mileage rate increase for business-related driving. Due to rising fuel costs, the IRS increased […]
When Is It Time to Call an HR Professional?
When Is It Time to Call an HR Professional? Many small business owners handle HR responsibilities themselves, especially in the early stages of growth. Hiring employees, managing schedules, answering policy questions, and addressing workplace issues often become just another part of running the business. But as your company grows, so do the complexities of managing […]
HR Compliance Checklist for Small Businesses
HR Compliance Checklist for Small Businesses Running a successful business requires more than providing excellent products or services. Employers are also responsible for complying with a wide range of employment laws and workplace regulations. While HR compliance may not be the most exciting part of running a business, overlooking even one requirement can result in […]
New Manager? Avoid These 10 Common Leadership Mistakes
New Manager? Avoid These 10 Common Leadership Mistakes Being promoted into a management role is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with a new set of responsibilities. Many employees are promoted because they excel in their jobs, not because they’ve been formally trained to lead others. While technical skills may have earned the promotion, […]
Hiring in 2026: What Employees Actually Want
Hiring in 2026: What Employees Actually Want The hiring market continues to evolve, and today’s job seekers have more choices than ever before. While competitive pay remains important, it’s no longer the only factor candidates consider when deciding where to work. Employees are looking for workplaces where they feel valued, supported, and given opportunities to […]
Employee Performance Problems: Coach or Correct?
Employee Performance Problems: Coach or Correct? Every manager hopes to build a team of engaged, motivated, and high-performing employees. But even the best employees can struggle from time to time. Missed deadlines, declining performance, attendance issues, or communication challenges are all common in the workplace. When performance problems arise, one of the biggest questions managers […]
7 HR Tasks Every Small Business Should Stop Doing Alone
7 HR Tasks Every Small Business Should Stop Doing Alone Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. One day you’re meeting with customers, the next you’re handling payroll, interviewing candidates, or trying to figure out the latest employment law update. While many business owners start by managing HR themselves, there comes a […]
How Can Small Businesses Handle Employee Performance Issues Effectively?
How Can Small Businesses Handle Employee Performance Issues Effectively? Managing employee performance issues can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for small business owners and managers. Whether it is missed deadlines, attendance concerns, communication issues, or an employee not meeting expectations, knowing how to respond appropriately is important. Many small businesses do not have […]