In today’s competitive job market, offering high-quality, cost-effective benefits can be a differentiator for companies looking to attract and retain the best talent. How do you effectively assess your current state of benefits? What are some common areas of potential cost savings? And what should you be mindful of when implementing the changes, once you have decided on a path forward? I’ll tackle all these questions and more on this episode, with the help of my friend and colleague, Zack Pace, Senior Vice President of Benefits Consulting at CBIZ, Inc.

For any growing organization, there are many decisions to make when starting out. Given the fierce competition for talent these days, the pressure is on to keep employees engaged and productive, while at the same time, keeping focus on the company’s business objectives.

So, when is the right time for a growing company to hire HR staff? Should you hire someone full time or just outsource? Do you really even need HR? If you are a potential candidate for a role in HR at a startup company, what questions should you ask? How can you ensure expectations are aligned when you accept this type of role? In this episode, we will cover all these questions and more.