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Building a Strong Retention Strategy for 2026
Retention isn’t just about keeping employees — it’s about keeping the right employees engaged, motivated, and growing alongside your business. As 2026 approaches, HR teams are once again balancing shifting workforce expectations, evolving hybrid models, and increasing...
Why November Is the Best Time to Plan Employee Training
As you approach the end of the calendar year, it’s easy to get distracted with holiday logistics, year-end reporting and budget wrap-ups. But here’s a refined HR truth: November is a smart time to map out your employee training program for the upcoming year. Here...
Year-End Reminders and 2026 Updates
As we approach the end of the year, we want to share a few important reminders and updates to help you prepare for 2026. Medical Plan Deductibles Although our benefit plan year runs June 1 – May 31, please note that deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums reset on...
Year-End 2025 Compliance: What’s Changing in 2026 & How to Get Ready
As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to step back and make sure your organization is ready for 2026. From federal labor law updates to wage adjustments and reporting requirements, employers should start preparing now to stay compliant and avoid last-minute...
HR Red Flag: “We Don’t Really Need HR”
Ah yes. The line every HR pro hears and immediately raises an eyebrow: “We don’t really need HR, we’re like a family.” Translation: “We’re winging it, and hope nothing blows up.” Here’s the truth: if you’re saying that, you really need HR. Because flying without HR is...
The Importance of Creating a Robust Mentorship Program
A mentorship program isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a strategic tool that drives growth, engagement, and retention. Companies that invest in mentorship see employees develop faster, managers build stronger teams, and overall culture improve. Why mentorship matters:...
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Ask the HR Expert: Reasonable Accommodations (No, It’s Not a Free-For-All)
Let’s clear something up: a reasonable accommodation is not a magic wand, a permanent exemption from job duties, or a “work however you want” pass. A reasonable accommodation is a workplace adjustment that helps an employee perform the essential functions of their...
Heads Up, Employers: OSHA Deadlines Are Coming
It’s that time of year when OSHA reporting requirements start to pop up again. We know these rules can feel overwhelming, so here’s a simple breakdown of what you need to know — without all the technical clutter. Form 300A Must Be Posted Starting February 1 If your...
New Year, New Rules: Essential California Employment Law Updates
As we begin the new year, we want to help ensure your business remains compliant with recent changes to California employment laws. There are action requirements below including updating your handbook. Expanded Rights and Notification Requirements One key area that...
Gen Z at Work: What I Learned in the Dish Pit
I am not sure about the rest of the USA or the world for that matter, but here in Clemson, SC, Gen Z’ers (GZ) do not seem to be afraid of hard work. The following is a glimpse, a “fly on the wall” moment in time, a unique look behind the curtain that most people (Gen...
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