4 Metrics (Plus A Bonus Tactic) To Help Weather The Great Recession

December 15, 2022

Has HR ever had more on its plate than the past couple of years?  From a worldwide pandemic to a shift in where you do your work every day, your head is probably spinning from trying to keep up. Many businesses are still grappling with the impact, especially trying to keep their employees during The… Read More »

Why is Succession Planning Important? Preparing for Your Company’s Future

December 6, 2022

As a business owner or leader, you must always think ahead to prepare your company and team for the future. And while you may not want to think about your top-performing employees leaving, people will inevitably move on, retire, or pass away. So, how can you ensure smooth transitions, minimize downtime, and reduce costs? By… Read More »

The What, Why & How of Floating Holidays

November 15, 2022
The What, Why & How of Floating Holidays

Floating holidays are a great way to give your employees more time off. They’re also a way to attract new talent by offering something unique and different from other employers. These flexible days allow you to schedule days off based on employees’ schedules and needs, which can be especially helpful for remote workers or those… Read More »

How NOT to Onboard New Employees: 9 Mistakes to Avoid

November 8, 2022

We often hear about how to onboard new employees, but what costly mistakes should employers avoid? The lengths you go to welcome, train, and integrate new hires in their first days, weeks, and year has a lasting impact on morale and performance. Hence, a solid onboarding program should be the first line of defense in… Read More »

17 Employee Appreciation Ideas from Simple to Next Level

November 1, 2022

We talk a lot about employee engagement and workplace culture here at BlueLion. And we practice what we preach, taking our team on memorable outings and implementing new employee appreciation ideas regularly.  Why? Because we know that even small gestures of employee recognition make a difference and motivate our talented team! And we’re not the… Read More »

6 Tips to Conduct Effective Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training

September 6, 2022

Although diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is becoming a much higher priority for many organizations, all kinds of inadequate DEI training remain. While missing the mark in this sensitive area can subject your company to risk, it’s also easy to avoid making mistakes by following some simple rules.  First, your entire team—from C-level leaders to… Read More »

Roe v. Wade Reversal: What Can Employers Do About Abortion Coverage?

July 20, 2022

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that protected the right to obtain an abortion. Simply put, the Supreme Court said abortion is not a constitutional right, and it is up to the states to regulate. There continues to be significant uncertainty as states roll out new… Read More »

5 Ways Outsourced HR Puts Your Employees First

June 28, 2022

As your small business grows, one of your primary concerns is how you can continue providing the support and resources for your people. This can become challenging as your workload and team increase and the days get busier (and probably a tad more hectic).  If this sounds familiar, you may be weighing the pros and… Read More »

Complete Guide to Generational Diversity in the Workplace + 4 Ways to Embrace It

April 21, 2022
Complete Guide to Generational Diversity in the Workplace + 4 Ways to Embrace It

Many employers think of ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation when it comes to diversity. They forget to recruit people from various age groups. But generational diversity is another key to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in your workplace — especially now that we have five generations working alongside one another! Many employers think that… Read More »

Workplace Conflicts: 9 Steps for Handling Employees Who Don’t Get Along

April 13, 2022
Workplace Conflicts: 9 Steps for Handling Employees Who Don’t Get Along

Do you have employees? Then you’re bound to experience workplace conflicts at some point. The question is, how will you handle them to maintain company morale and productivity?  All managers must understand the delicate art of conflict resolution in the workplace. You’ll need to take certain steps to understand both sides and the heart of… Read More »