You've likely heard the adage, “people don’t leave companies, they leave managers", and it holds true. The role of a manager has become more important than ever and yet a persistent challenge remains: the lack of adequate training for managers. This can be setting organizations up for disastrous consequences. Here, we look at how companies can avoid this with the right training and care.

As the new year begins, organizations face a pivotal opportunity: the revitalization of their HR departments through a comprehensive clean-up. The impact of refining HR processes on overall business success can’t be overstated, and what better time to begin than now?

As we gear up for the new year, it’s the perfect time for businesses to give their HR strategies a once-over. We get it—an HR Compliance Audit might sound like a snooze, but here at Grey Owl HR, we believe in taking a proactive stance by conducting regular Human Resources (HR) audits.

In recent years, the concept of remote work has taken the world by storm, becoming a central component of the modern workforce and profoundly impacting how businesses operate. The COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses to adapt quickly to remote work, and for some, it was an eye-opener. However, work from home (WFH) is not just a temporary solution; it represents a sustainable and efficient way to work.

HR management in the world of small business operations can often feel like navigating a maze. Regardless of your company's size, staying compliant with evolving regulations is of the utmost importance. This is where fractional HR services step in to simplify your HR challenges. Here we take a look at why it just makes sense for small businesses without any of the hyperbole.

Running a business can be as exhilarating as it is tiring, but don’t let your guard down—one thing that can make or break you is your Human Resources practices. From the art of recruiting the right talent to the science of managing a productive workforce, HR occupies a pivotal role in steering business success and expansion, but the mistakes can prove costly. Let’s review the 6 most prevalent HR missteps that small businesses make, along with their solutions.

Workplace violence has become a growing concern in the United States, with a disturbing rise in a specific type of incident known as active shooter incidents. Although predicting an active shooter event remains impossible, organizations can take proactive measures to prepare for such incidents and minimize risks to their employees.

As the world perseveres through a post-pandemic era where remote work has made a significant impact on workers, and where we, as a society, continue to strive for a more inclusive environment, one thing has become apparent: the traditional dress code has to go. Now is the time for embracing a variety of thoughts, cultures, and experiences.

Mother’s Day serves as a great reminder of how important it is for Employers to reflect on how to acknowledge and support working mothers in the workplace. Balancing the demands of a career and a family can be an arduous and complex task for working mothers, and it is crucial to ensure these employees feel appreciated and supported.

Discussing an employee’s hygiene will always be uncomfortable but having a script and a couple helpful tips will give you some confidence should you need to ever address this with one of your employees.

Writing or at the very least, updating your company’s employee handbook can seem unimportant when you have a small team or if you just do not have the time. However, an employee handbook is a company’s most important communication tool for employees.

Employee retention is more difficult than ever in 2022.

Remote working has become exponentially more popular and the general consensus is that employees want to continue the work-from-home trend.

Just over 50% of small businesses handle HR on their own. They can’t afford to hire an HR manager yet, so as a result, their to-do list is a mile long with tasks and responsibilities that take up precious time, energy and if done wrong…could cost them their business.

Anyone who manages employees will need to, at some point, coach or discipline an employee for attendance. Most managers that I talk to are looking for a hard and fast rule as to when and how to discipline an employee for attendance.