Compensation Strategy: Every Business Needs a Plan

Your small business is growing. You’ve hired good people. But are you paying them correctly? If you’re like most small and mid-sized business owners, you might be making compensation decisions on the fly, negotiating individually with each employee, or...

What’s Your Why… and Why Does It Matter?

Understanding and articulating your organization’s “why” — its core purpose — is crucial for fostering employee engagement and driving business success.  When employees connect with a meaningful mission beyond profits, they become more engaged,...

Boost Engagement and Retention Through Career Development

In today’s competitive business landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a critical challenge: keeping their talented employees engaged and committed to the organization. One powerful strategy to address this challenge is implementing robust...

Reflect & Renew: A Strategic HR Approach to Year-End

As the calendar year draws to a close, business leaders find themselves at a critical juncture—it’s time for a strategic year-end wrap-up and planning for the New Year.  Business reviews are essential, serving as a pivotal moment to evaluate what has worked...

Yes, Your Small Business Needs a Formal Strategic Plan 

Running a small business is exhilarating, but it can also feel like juggling flaming torches—especially when you’re managing growth, employees, and customer demands all at once.  For many small business owners, strategic planning may seem like something reserved...