Over the years, as I consulted with small businesses, I was often asked if an employee handbook was necessary. The questions usually amounted to:
- the cost of having an employee handbook written,
- the number of employees (I only…

A 2006 study conducted by Cornell University associate professor Christopher Collins, Ph.D., in effect showed that small businesses could grow if they are more effective in managing their employees. As a small business owner and a Human Resource Generalist, I…

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Is this the time to start a new business?
Having been a banker for over 35 years, I can tell you that some of the best companies were started during a recession because they addressed a need…

An important element of a company’s profitability is their payroll expense. It is vital that a business owner realize the full cost of an employee, especially when considering adding to staff. Some examples of these costs, in addition to regular…