So, you finally did it. You hired your first employee. Congratulations! But here’s the thing—hiring someone is the easy part. Keeping them? That’s where most solopreneurs drop the ball. You see, most small business owners think hiring is like buying a new gadget. You pay for it, plug it in, and boom—everything just works. Wrong. … Continue reading The Ultimate Employee Onboarding Checklist for Solopreneurs
Tag: Small Business HR
Way to Know If You Need HR Support (Even as a Small Business)
If you’re a small business owner or a one-person empire with a growing team, here’s the truth: HR isn’t just for big companies with corporate cafeterias and a whole floor of compliance people. HR is simply the people side of your business—how you hire, manage, pay, protect, and grow your team. When that side gets … Continue reading Way to Know If You Need HR Support (Even as a Small Business)
Thinking of Hiring? Here’s Why Your Business Might Not Be Ready
Hiring your first (or next) employee is a big step. It means your business is growing, and you need extra hands to keep up with demand. But before you post that job ad, ask yourself: Is my business truly ready to bring someone on board? Many business owners jump into hiring without the proper groundwork, … Continue reading Thinking of Hiring? Here’s Why Your Business Might Not Be Ready
Avoiding the Justice Department’s Wrath: 4 Lessons from a $360K Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Press Release Article from the Justice Department In a recent case, the Justice Department secured a $360,000 settlement against a New Mexico property manager and apartment complex due to allegations of sexual harassment by the former property manager. The lawsuit claimed that the property manager engaged in unwelcome sexual conduct towards female tenants, including inappropriate … Continue reading Avoiding the Justice Department’s Wrath: 4 Lessons from a $360K Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Key Questions to Help Solopreneurs Decide, Employee or Contractor…
As a solopreneur, hiring help is a major step in growing your business. But before you bring someone on board, there’s one critical question you need to answer: Should you hire an employee or a contractor? Getting this decision wrong can result in hefty fines, legal trouble, and IRS penalties. Misclassifying a worker can lead … Continue reading Key Questions to Help Solopreneurs Decide, Employee or Contractor…