HR Spot

Learning to navigate conflicts is not really a choice in today's organizations.  It is an imperative.  In this episode, I explain what conflict resolution is, why it's an essential skill and how to approach the conflict process. 

I offer four steps: 1) Try to see the situation from the other person’s point of view; 2) Pinpoint what the conflict is really about; 3) Think about your primary goal; and 4) Decide how to proceed...

Before we jump into the checklist, let’s talk about why HR matters. At its core, HR isn’t just about managing people—it’s about protecting your business and fostering growth.

From compliance with labor laws to building a strong company culture, HR touches every part of your operations. If you don’t have the basics in place, you’re leaving your business exposed to risks like fines, lawsuits, or high employee turnover.

The good news? Y...

This podcast, "Building Better Workplaces: How HR Services Drive Business Success," highlights the critical role HR services play in empowering businesses of all sizes. It begins by addressing the importance of effective HR management in fostering employee satisfaction, ensuring compliance, and driving productivity.

The podcast outlines common challenges, such as compliance issues, high turnover, recruitment struggles, and...

This episode addresses a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of running a business—human resources. Many small to mid-sized companies struggle to manage HR effectively, and this podcast highlights why outsourcing HR can be a game-changer. It provides actionable insights, real-world examples, and expert advice, all tailored to help business owners save time, reduce risks, and focus on growth.

Whether you're a startup founder, a ...

Discussing a promotion with an employee when you’re not ready to give them one is a delicate balancing act, but it’s also a golden opportunity. It’s a chance to turn a potentially negative situation into a constructive, forward-looking dialogue. By approaching the conversation with empathy, support, and a focus on the future, you set the stage for a collaborative relationship with your employee. The author offers strategies for app...

In the competitive landscape of today's job market, attracting and retaining top talent is a challenge faced by businesses of all sizes. One crucial factor that can make or break an organization's ability to secure and retain skilled professionals lies in its compensation structure. To ensure a fair and competitive pay strategy, more and more companies are turning to compensation studies.

Let us conduct a compens...

Navigating the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) can be complex.  The interactive process is a term most often associated with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a federal law that requires organizations with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees who have a disability.

We can help you navigate these waters.  Book some time with us to see how we can help!

Finally the new Form I-9 (Rev. 08/01/23) will be available for employers to use on or after August 1, 2023, and once released can be found on the USCIS website. Employers can also order paper copies if they don’t want to use the electronic version. The version date, noted in parenthesis, can be found in the bottom corner of the Form I-9.

Please let us know if we can answer any questions:  https://azhrhub.com or linda@azhrh...

It can take new employees time to settle in and learn the ropes of a new position. However, employers want to see productivity sooner than later. This is why developing a 30-60-90 day plan is a good idea. It’s a plan that outlines target milestones for employees to hit in the first 30, 60 and 90 days of employment. Take a listen as we share more about the 30-60-90-day plan and how to create your own. To help give your employees the...