{"id":2781,"date":"2014-04-03T10:14:13","date_gmt":"2014-04-03T14:14:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gtm.com\/business\/?p=1481"},"modified":"2024-08-30T11:30:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T15:30:46","slug":"small-business-hr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gtm.com\/business\/small-business-hr\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Small Business HR Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"smallBased on the feedback we hear from our small business clients on a daily basis, we have compiled a list of the top five small business HR issues that owners face.Below are a few tips of the trade to assist employers in these areas.<\/p>\n

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  1. Finding the Right People.<\/strong>\u00a0 <\/span>Many employers are currently expressing the opinion that while unemployment rates are still somewhat high compared with historical levels, all of the desirable employees are taken.\u00a0 <\/span>However, the data shows that there is a promising market out there for talented job candidates, both employed and unemployed.\u00a0 <\/span>Remember, your best (and most cost-effective) recruiting source is always your current employees, so start by asking if they know anyone who would make a good job candidate.\u00a0 <\/span>You may even want to financially incentivize current employees who bring you successful new employees.\u00a0 <\/span>If starting internally does not work, consider using your professional organization\u2019s job listing service, rather than a general one.\u00a0 <\/span>Also, be prepared to invest substantial time reviewing and sorting job application and resume submissions when seeking prospective candidates.\u00a0 <\/span>In your interviewing process, remember that the best predictor of future job performance is past performance.\u00a0 <\/span>To that end, consider using a behavioral-based interviewing technique and don\u2019t forget to run a background check as well as verify the candidate\u2019s references.
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  2. Staying on Top of Health Care Reform Legislation.\u00a0 <\/strong>We hear you.\u00a0 <\/span>This legislation is complex and far-reaching.\u00a0 A good place to start is by reviewing the Small Business Administration’s overview<\/a> of how the Affordable Care Act impacts businesses of different sizes. <\/span>Additionally, GTM is a great resource for you during these changing times in the health care landscape.\u00a0 <\/span>M<\/span>ake sure you check our Resource Center<\/a> for updates that will help you to stay abreast of new requirements and provisions that may affect your employees.
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  3. Losing Top Performers.<\/strong>\u00a0 <\/span>Now that the job market is picking up some momentum, many employers have expressed concern about losing their most valued and productive employees.\u00a0 <\/span>While different surveys report varying results, generally the top five factors impacting employee workplace satisfaction are 1) the employee\u2019s relationship with his\/her direct manager, 2) the employee\u2019s salary, 3) the employee\u2019s benefit plans, 4) the employee\u2019s opportunity to use his\/her skills and abilities, and 5) the employee\u2019s opportunity for advancement.\u00a0 <\/span>We recommend completing an audit of your workplace and give yourself a grade on each of these factors as they relate to your top performers.\u00a0 <\/span>You may need to consider making some adjustments to your organization\u2019s pay structure, benefit offerings, management style, job duties and\/or career planning based on the outcome of your workplace audit.
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  4. Being Sued by a Disgruntled Employee.<\/strong>\u00a0 <\/span>This fear is always in the back of a small business owner\u2019s mind.\u00a0 <\/span>It is imperative to ensure that your workplace is free from discrimination and harassment.\u00a0 <\/span>Your best chance at successfully defending an employee lawsuit is to secure documentation that would prove to a reasonable person that the employee was treated fairly and consistently with company policy.\u00a0 <\/span>Remember, juries are made up of primarily employees, not employers.\u00a0 <\/span>Having the ability and documentation to demonstrate that the company treats its employees impartially and consistently goes a long way in terms of reducing an employer\u2019s exposure to liability.\u00a0 <\/span>GTM’s HR Support Center<\/a> has several helpful documents to assist you with documenting poor performance and it also contains numerous guides and checklists to help you coach, counsel and terminate under-performing employees.\u00a0 <\/span>Additionally, you may consider purchasing an Employment Practices Liability Insurance policy to assist you in covering your expenses should you have to defend a claim.
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  5. Department of Labor Audits.\u00a0 <\/strong>It is crucial to stay abreast of federal and state labor laws that impact your business.\u00a0 <\/span>Incorporating a practice of performing internal HR audits is beneficial in preparing an organization for any claims or workplace incidents that may put an organization to the test.\u00a0 <\/span>It is also essential to have a Human Resources Professional readily accessible to whom you may field your labor law compliance concerns.\u00a0 <\/span>Complying with immigration laws, wage and hour laws as well as benefit laws is complex, but a knowledgeable HR Professional or Attorney will provide you guidance and ensure that your organization remains in compliance with the labor laws that apply to your business.\u00a0 <\/span>This will, additionally, help ensure that your company passes a DOL audit with flying colors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Nothing can completely eradicate employee-related concerns from a small business owner\u2019s mind, but with advice and guidance from an industry expert like GTM, you can focus on growing your business. Please contact us for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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