The Thriving Small Business

10 Keys to Managing a Small Business

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Most entrepreneurs go into business because of a specific passion or skill set that is marketable. There is a lot of excitement that goes with starting a new business. However, there is a downside. And that is all of the business functions that need to be managed.

The way an organization manages itself is critical to the development and growth of that business.  Read the Full Article →

6 Tips For Safeguarding Electronic Data When Employees Leave

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With the advent of the internet, laptops and trends toward work life balance, employees are more often working from home or at an offsite location.

This new method of work creates unique problems for organizations trying to maintain control of their confidential company data.

New technologies make it quick and easy to transfer or copy data electronically. Read the Full Article →

6 Human Resource File Audits You Should Be Making

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Human resource management has become a very complex specialty.

There are many laws that govern how an organization manages its human capital.

Having a well-defined process to audit the human resource function is imperative in safeguarding the organization from legal liability issues.

Organizations are liable for improper human resource record keeping and file maintenance. Read the Full Article →

Articles on Human Resource Management Subjects

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Human resource management is a science that has evolved over the years.  It’s kind of like physicians.  In the old days, there was one kind of doctor who took care of all kinds of ailments.  Today physicians specialize in all areas of medicine.

The same is true for Human Resources Management.   Read the Full Article →

Sample Tuition Reimbursement Request Form

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Part of a tuition reimbursement policy is a corresponding tuition reimbursement request form. The request form should be completed by employees who request tuition reimbursement. Every organization should have a structured process to complete and submit the reimbursement request and should be considered a human resources management function and part of a comprehensive employee benefits package. Read the Full Article →