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5 Most Common HR Mistakes Made by Start Ups
Copyright © August 2012 – The HR Matrix, llc – All Rights Reserved by Brenda Gilchrist, CoFounder/Partner, The HR Matrix, llc 1) Giving away equity. The lure of giving away equity in exchange for services may not be the best … Continue reading
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Talent Shortage or Shortage of Creative Talent Strategies?
Talent Shortage or Shortage of Creative Talent Strategies? By Brenda Gilchrist A lot of people are blaming the lack of talent on the “shortage of critical skills in the U.S.” I think most of the perceived shortage is based on … Continue reading
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2012 – Employment Laws; things to know and what to do
It is that time of year again – new employment laws for 2012 are here. Here is a highlight of the new laws and things that employers should start doing to comply. If you have questions regarding compliance, we are … Continue reading
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What to Expect from your Health Insurance Broker
What to Expect from your Health Insurance Broker By Brenda Gilchrist, Principal of The HR Matrix, llc Top 10 things to expect from your company health insurance broker. Yes, it is important to have a broker of record if you … Continue reading
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5 Most Common Mistakes Made by Employers by Brenda Gilchrist
Are you doing business in California? Based on our experience, California is one of the most complicated places to manage employees. In some cases, the laws are not only complicated, they’re just plain annoying. Many laws have taken away flexibility … Continue reading
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Exempt vs. Non-Exempt…It Pays to Know the Difference! by Brenda Gilchrist
If you employ people, you need to know the difference between exempt and non-exempt jobs, or face the risk of potential hefty penalties, legal fees, and payment of unpaid overtime and missed meal periods. Most employers think of jobs as … Continue reading
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5 Recommended Reading Suggestions
1. Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies, by Jim Collins and Jerry Porras. Their blueprint for sustainable organizations includes stable core values and purpose, while strategies and practices must continually adapt to an ever-changing world. 2. The Answer … Continue reading
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5 Elements of Successful Meetings by Gary Hochman
As a consultant to managers and executives in a variety of organizations, I’ve participated in every sort of meeting imaginable. Upon reflection, there are just a few factors that seem to separate the great meetings from the average ones. 1. … Continue reading
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5 Keys to Successful Talent Acquisition
Copyright © June 2011 – The HR Matrix, llc – All Rights Reserved by Brenda Gilchrist, CoFounder/Managing Partner, The HR Matrix, llc 1. Culture: Know your company culture; be able to articulate it in writing. Validate your perceptions by asking … Continue reading
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2011 HR Professional of the Year Award
The HR Matrix and co-sponsors PASCO and the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce are now accepting nominations for the 2011 HR Professional of the Year Award. This annual award recognizes outstanding HR professionals and their innovative or strategic accomplishments. To … Continue reading
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