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The problem with non-compete agreements
Non-compete agreements have become increasingly common in many industries as a way to protect companies from competition. Employers often use them as a retention strategy to ensure that their employees do not leave to work for a competitor or start their own competing business. However, the enforceability of these agreements varies widely, and they can often do more harm than good.
How’s Florida’s job market?
The super low unemployment figure of 2.2% for South Florida is a sign of a strong and resilient regional economy that has recovered from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and Hurricane Ian. However, it poses some very real challenges for employers looking for talent, as they face a tight labor market with fewer available workers and higher wage expectations.
One way to identify high potential employees
As a manager, identifying high potential employees within your organization can be a daunting task. However, with the help of personality profiling assessments, you can gain valuable insights into your employees' strengths, weaknesses, and potential.
4 HR Tips For Hospitality Businesses Post-Covid-19
The hospitality industry, which includes restaurants, bars, and hotels, has always faced challenges attracting and retaining talent. Low wages, high physical demands, schedule inflexibility, and difficult customers are some of the factors that contribute to high employee turnover rates in this sector. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the hospitality industry had a 78.9% turnover rate in 2019, well above the average of 44.3% for all industries.
Concealed Carry and your Florida Business
We often get asked about an employee's right to keep their firearms in their personal vehicles, and not bring them onto the employer's premises. This is a complex and controversial issue that involves both constitutional rights and workplace safety. In this blog post, I will explain the legal framework that governs this issue, and offer some practical advice for employers and employees.
Stay Interviews Can Help You Retain Talent
Employee retention is one of the biggest challenges facing organizations today. According to a recent survey by Gallup, 51% of U.S. workers are either actively looking for a new job or watching for openings. The cost of turnover can be significant, both in terms of lost productivity, knowledge, and customer relationships, as well as the time and money spent on hiring and training new employees.
Giving negative references can cost you
When an employee decides to leave a company, they may ask for a reference letter from their former employer to help them with their job search; or their next employer may ask them if it is okay for them to contact their previous employer. Sometimes, an employer may be tempted to give a negative reference to an employee who is leaving, especially if they had a bad relationship, poor performance, or a misconduct issue. A negative reference can include criticisms, complaints, or warnings about the employee's attitude, behavior, or work quality.
Why hire fractional HR support?
Running a small business can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to managing employees. As a small business owner, you want to make sure your employees are happy, engaged, and productive. However, you may not have the resources or expertise to handle all of the HR tasks that come with managing a team. This is where fractional HR support can be beneficial.
Avoid hiring toxic leaders
Hiring a toxic leader can be one of the costliest mistakes a company can make. While the short-term benefits of having a charismatic and aggressive leader may appear promising, the long-term costs can be disastrous. Toxic leaders can negatively impact team morale, productivity, and company culture, leading to high turnover rates, legal fees, and damage to the company's reputation and employer brand.
Investigating Sexual Harassment Claims
Sexual harassment allegations in the workplace can have devastating effects on both employees and the employer. We often see small business owners struggle with how to handle these situations. In this blog post, I will provide some guidance on how small business owners can conduct a thorough sexual harassment investigation.
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