Trust is at the heart of every relationship, and that includes the workplace. When a leader acts authentically, plenty of good things happen. Authenticity has many qualities, but primarily it comes down to being honest. Trust is built through daily, intentional, and consistent action. In turn, the leader’s integrity becomes reliable and predictable. Others will […]
We will discuss how to conduct an internal investigation. We will provide best business practices and steps to conduct an investigation. How best to communicate with employees involved and maintain confidentiality in the process. No matter how carefully an organization tries to manage its employee relations and its application of policies, there will be some […]
Join us for an informative session with Quest Benefits Northwest! In today's highly competitive marketplace, it has become increasingly difficult to attract and retain top talent. Salary is no longer the only compensation driver. Talented employees are looking for a benefits package that will help them protect the financial security of their families and prepare […]
Using best business practices to ensure your human resources records are organized and properly retained is part of the foundation for a well-managed organization. Employee records are a vital part of tracking the life cycle of an employee, when were they hired, what position/positions have they held, what is their compensation and additional benefits they […]
Congress recently approved and enhanced the employee retention tax credit rules. Business owners who have undergone the circumstances below may be able to claim up to $26,000 in refundable payroll tax credits per employee. Now is a great time to review the requirements below to see if your business is eligible to receive direct refunds. […]
Yes, we said LEVERAGING. We’ve all seen the headlines—“The Great Resignation”; “The Turnover Tsunami.” Employees are changing jobs in record numbers and employers are adapting to the new reality of the workplace. In this interactive session, we want to get beyond the hype, the hypothetical, and the hyperbole and talk about the real opportunities inside […]
Congress recently approved and enhanced the employee retention tax credit rules. Business owners who have undergone the circumstances below may be able to claim up to $26,000 in refundable payroll tax credits per employee. Now is a great time to review the requirements below to see if your business is eligible to receive direct refunds. […]
In the HR world documentation is a #1 priority. Time and time again we hear “document….document….document…..” and then the return questions we hear are “what do I say, when do I say it, how do I say it, who needs to know, etc.” One thing is for sure: poor documentation is just as bad as […]
Attendees with learn the legal requirements, tips, and tricks for completing their cycle self-audit of pay equity. In 2019 Oregon implemented a new law requiring organizations to compare work and ensure total compensation equity. In this new law organizations may be eligible for safe harbor, associate with complaints, if they have completed a review within […]
One-on-one meetings are a valuable tactic practiced by successful leaders. When implemented correctly, these brief, often weekly check-ins improve employee performance and their results in measurable ways. As a leader, 1-on-1 meetings provide you with the opportunity to get to know your people exceptionally well so that you’ll have better access to unfiltered information. This […]
