Mid-year performance reviews? You might think they’re just another task on your already long to-do list. Especially in small or medium sized businesses where everyone’s juggling multiple roles. But done well, these reviews can be one of the most useful conversations you’ll have all year. They’re not just about ticking boxes or revisiting KPIs – […]
International HR Day is May 20th, and we’re taking a moment to shine the spotlight where it truly belongs: on you. Whether you’re officially the Head of People or the person who somehow became “the HR one,” you’re the reason teams get hired, onboarded, supported, paid, celebrated, and everything in between. You’re the glue. The […]
You’re not in HR for the accolades; you’re here to keep things running smoothly – onboarding new hires, managing leave requests, supporting your team through thick and thin, and tackling that seemingly endless to-do list. We get it. That’s why, when awards come in based on feedback from HR professionals just like you, it’s worth […]
When you started your role, HR probably wasn’t on your to-do list. Maybe you were hired as an office manager, an operations lead, or even a finance specialist – yet here you are, handling employee onboarding, performance reviews, and policy updates. If this sounds familiar, welcome to the world of accidental HR! Many small business […]
HR professionals are the glue holding everything together – solving problems, answering questions, and making sure the workplace runs smoothly. But let’s be honest: some requests keep coming up again and again. The good news? Most of these can be handled with a self-service HR system like HR Partner, saving you (and your employees) time. […]
Natural disasters like wildfires, floods, and storms can strike without warning, leaving businesses scrambling to protect their people and operations. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), where resources are often stretched thin, having a clear disaster plan – particularly from an HR perspective – can make all the difference in ensuring employee safety and business […]
The past few years have been a challenging time for many businesses. Economic fluctuations, operational changes, and the rise of AI technologies are reshaping industries. In some sectors, layoffs have become a common part of the landscape. But while layoffs are sometimes necessary for businesses to stay afloat or evolve, they can be a tough […]
The ongoing lawsuits between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have drawn significant attention to workplace issues like harassment and retaliation. For small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), these events highlight crucial HR lessons that can help protect employees and foster a healthy work environment. The Importance of Anti-Harassment Policies First and foremost, businesses must have […]
Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to managing HR. Managing sensitive employee data in spreadsheets and word documents is not secure, and using multiple systems to manage your HR Admin and processes is not efficient. Here are the top 10 reasons why an Human Resource Information […]
