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This episode we talk about how to make good use of your employee handbook.  Employee handbooks are a nifty communication and reference tool for the workplace, but only if they’re used and not collecting dust on some physical (or digital) shelf. A handbook is only as good as what it does. 

Listen as we share more about putting your handbook to good use.

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Coaching encourages communication, reflection, and self-correction. This helps your employees become more autonomous so that they can take ownership of their work. It also helps you develop a more confident workforce, as people believe they have the right skills to perform

When you manage through coaching, employees feel empowered to reflect on their own performance and find their own answers.

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Compensation is the combination of salaries, wages and benefits that employees receive in exchange for them doing a particular job. It can include an annual salary or hourly wages combined with bonus payments, benefits, and incentives. These could include group health care coverage, retirement contributions, and short-term disability insurance. A total compensation package usually includes several of these components.

Assembling a comprehensive compensation and benefits package can be daunting. Not only do you have to comply with legally regulated employee benefits, but you also have to ensure that you are offering a competitive package that attracts and retains talented employees that can help your business thrive.

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You may be familiar with the word "discrimination." But do you know what it really means? 

The definition is to "discriminate" against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for some reason. Discrimination can occur while you are at school, at work, or in a public place, such as a mall or subway station. You can be discriminated against by school friends, teachers, coaches, co-workers, managers, or business owners.

We're here to help you navigate these waters should an employee ever report discrimination or harassment.

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All good things come to an end. As an employer, this can ring true when your favorite employee springs up without warning, and tables a resignation letter. No matter the work environment you provide, there are things beyond your control that can see your employee of the year want to leave.

So, while you hope that you never have to come across an employee resignation announcement, the smart thing to do is prepare for it. In this podcast, we will provide you with useful tips to help you turn employee resignation into a positive experience.

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Inaccurate paychecks are bad for business, whether companies are overpaying or underpaying. Either they are cutting into their profit margin or short-changing their workforce, leaving themselves open to lawsuits. Obviously, neither is ideal. 

We'll share 4 ways you can avoid payroll mistakes.

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Harassment harms your workplace not only by creating risk for litigation but by undermining the well-being of employees—stifling creativity and career development. 

No one can completely control the actions of those working for them, but there are steps you can take to create a culture where harassment isn't the norm and if it does happen, it's handled effectively.

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When you value your employees’ hard work and contributions to the company, it’s important to show appreciation. Showing your gratitude lets employees know when they’re excelling, and can increase engagement. Rewarding your employees can include anything from writing a note to providing financial incentives, and you can show your appreciation as often as you want.

Showing appreciation and recognizing your employees’ hard work can benefit both your company and your employees.

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A job posting is often the first impression a prospective job applicant has with your organization. It’s important for that impression to be an informative one. Your job postings should convey why someone would want to work for your company, what distinguishes your workplace from others, what’s exciting about your mission and vision, what you have to offer, and what the job is and requires. 

Here are a few ways to improve your job postings to get better results.

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Periods of growth are particularly exciting for small and midsize businesses, but they also bring new HR challenges. Along with adding employees—which may change the feel of your culture as well as your floorplan—your organization may become subject to federal and state laws that take effect once you have a certain number of employees.

Most employment laws apply to organizations based on the number of people they employ, so as you grow, it’s vital to keep up-to-speed on any laws that newly apply or will soon apply to your organization.

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