By: Angie Addison, SHRM-CP, PHR – Milestones HR, LLC We get it, growing a company requires attention to many moving parts. Your office manager or accounting professional likely has competing tasks, one of which is managing human resources. Despite the best intentions,...
Diamonds are formed when carbon deposits deep within the earth are subject to high temperatures and pressure. Steam, which can power a locomotive or fuel a factory, is formed when heat is applied to water and it reaches a boiling point. Runners under the pressure of...
Prior to ActionCOACH, I had the opportunity to run a level (the kind you buy at Home Depot and use to see if your latest DIY project is “level”) business. I had years of corporate experience and had even run a small business unit, but this was a real business – one...
By: Angie Addison, SHRM-CP, PHR As Human Resources Consultants at Milestones HR, LLC we often get asked, “We’re a small business, do we really need an Employee Handbook?” It’s a great question, as small businesses enjoy being nimble and are normally tight knit with...
Whether you are a business owner or executive or in charge of a book of business, at some point you may be thinking about transitioning your business to key employees, or family members, or selling it as part of your wealth plan. Getting started on...
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have recently proposed a permanent rule to allow employers to remotely review the Employment Eligibility Verification form (Form I-9) identity and employment authorization...
On Aug. 16, 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. While this law is primarily aimed at fighting inflation and reducing carbon emissions, it also contains a number of reforms that will impact health coverage. The health reforms included...
Summer is a fun time of year when people often spend more time outside and with friends. With this increased activity comes the need to reconsider the usual wellness habits you use throughout the rest of the year. There are several ways to ensure you have a healthy,...
Finding the right third-party administrator (TPA) can be challenging, and organizations often underestimate the time and resources required to select the best candidate for their needs. However, understanding the importance of finding the right TPA and exercising due...
New section in your monthly newsletter! Each month will highlight articles and stories from Susan Thomson of ActionCOACH. This month is an excerpt from ActionCOACH, Mike McKay’s upcoming book Business is a Game. 52 Rules to make it easier: Choose a niche and own...
