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Effective Interview Techniques and Common Pitfalls to Avoid
JB Consulting Systems (JBCS) understands that the interview process is a critical step in hiring the right talent for your business. It's not just about asking questions; it's about asking the right questions in the right way. Here, we provide straightforward advice...
Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace: Strategies for Business Owners and Managers
In today's fast-changing workplace, mental health is taking center stage, especially with the influx of Gen Z professionals – those professionals that were born from 1997 - 2012. As Generation Z steps into the workforce, they're bringing a sharper focus on mental...
Compliance Alert: Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Changes Effective July 1, 2024
Note: This does not apply to employees working in Washington State as there are already greater salary thresholds that must be met in addition to the duties test. If you have any questions on a Washington State employee, please reach out. The federal Fair Labor...
Spring Cleaning Your Business Finances
Preparing For an Audit: Springtime brings a sense of renewal and refreshment that can inspire more than just a tidy home—it’s the perfect season for small business owners to stay ahead of things and be prepared for any possible audits. There is no better time...
Spring Cleaning Your HR Files
A Fresh Start for Businesses Spring is not only a time for cleaning our homes but also an excellent opportunity to review and refresh your company's human resource files. Managing HR documents can be daunting, especially for businesses without a dedicated HR team. JB...
Understanding the New 2024 Worker Classification Rule: A Guide for Businesses
Navigating the Changes in Employee vs. Independent Contractor Classification In the dynamic landscape of labor laws, the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) new 2024 rule marks a significant shift in determining worker classifications. Starting on March 11, 2024, this...
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Quiet Cutting, Loud Leaving, and the New Vocabulary of Work: What HR Needs to Know in 2025
Understanding the Language of Disengagement—and How to Respond with Intention The modern workplace is evolving rapidly—and with it, so is the language employees use to describe their experience. Phrases like quiet cutting, loud leaving, rage applying, and resenteeism...
The Curious Case of the Disappearing Donuts
An HR Tale of Culture, Communication, and Crumbly Consequences It started like any other Monday. The office kitchen—normally a buzz of caffeine-fueled camaraderie—was unusually quiet. The Motivation Monday donuts, a sweet tradition courtesy of HR, were nowhere to be...
Grief in the Workplace-Update 2 years later
May 10, 2025, would have been my dad’s 87th birthday. It kind of crept up on me, but I started thinking about him a lot more and feeling waves of grief wash over me that had at least gotten duller in the past 2 years. That’s when I realized what time of the year it...
What Ted Lasso Teaches Us About Emotional Intelligence and Great Management
As HR professionals, one of the most impactful parts of our job is coaching leaders. Whether we’re helping them navigate team dynamics, manage conflict, or build trust, we’re often in the business of helping people become better humans at work. Many of my clients will...
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