While We Were Working: Your Weekly Small Business HR and People Leadership Podcast

What is 'quiet quitting'? This topic has been popular on TikTok lately, in which employees share videos commenting about doing the bare minimum required at work. If you're an HR professional, you might have dealt with low team engagement before - quiet quitting is just a new term for an old concept. But what does this trend tell us about leadership, company culture, and employee engagement in 2022? Srikant Chellappa, CEO of Engagedly, joins Joey and Sommer to discuss all you need to know about quiet quitting: why it happens, identifying potential 'quiet quitters' in the workplace, and a few tips on how to improve employee engagement and company culture.  Sommer and Joey also explain the top ten audits HR departments should know about. While nothing could scare an employer more than the word 'audit,' there are several ways your small business can benefit from conducting internal audits. Tune in to find out more!   Key Takeaways  What is quiet quitting? (00:00)Why quiet quitting might be a bad idea for employees (06:53)How to identify potential 'quiet quitters' in the workplace (10:22)The best strategies to prevent employee disengagement (13:12)Top 10 audits every HR department should do (20:27)The importance of auditing employee files (27:27)One audit that many employers don't know about (30:50)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/employee-relations/pages/viewpoint-quiet-quitting-is-about-bad-bosses-not-bad-employees.aspx -- Download Our FREE Top 10 Audits For HR Teams PDF Find out more about Engagedly at: https://engagedly.com/    Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout   👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout    Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Apple workers recently launched a petition against the company's reported return to office plan. If one of the most influential companies worldwide is getting pushback from its team, what does this mean for small businesses? Today, Sommer and Joey discuss the pros and cons of asking team members to return to the office. Tune in to find out more! You'll learn what to do if your employees don't want to return to the office and how this issue plays out in the context of company culture and the employee experience. In this episode's 'Consultant's Corner,' Joey and Sommer also share all you need to know about employee handbooks; why you need one, what it should include, and some tips on creating the perfect employee handbook. Key Takeaways  Should small businesses ask employees back to the office? (00:00)Why workers in large organizations refuse to return to the office (05:35)Is remote work a sustainable option for small businesses? (06:54)Why not going back to the office could be harmful to company culture (10:17)Why an employee handbook is a crucial part of your HR toolkit (15:08)The dangers of not having an employee handbook (16:48)The number one reason your company needs an employee handbook (19:00)Best practices when creating employee handbooks (22:45)How often should organizations update their employee handbooks? (25:46)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/apple-workers-launch-petition-companys-reported-return-office-plan-rcna44156 -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

A recent federal appeals court decision granted transgender workers broadened legal protections under the ADA. So, it's a good time for small businesses to reevaluate their current anti-discrimination policies and to find ways to provide the best experience possible for their trans workers.  In this week's episode, Sommer and Joey share tips for small businesses on creating a more transgender-friendly workplace. You'll learn to evaluate whether your business meets the new ADA compliance requirements and some examples of reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Joey and Sommer also discuss the importance of training your team. The main reason employees leave organizations is a lack of growth opportunities - a recent survey showed that 74% of surveyed employees feel they aren't reaching their full potential at work due to a lack of proper training and development opportunities.  Tune in to find out how to own your role as a leader, how to influence people, and how you can train your team to perform better, communicate better, and embrace your company's culture better. Key Takeaways  How to create a more trans-friendly workplace (00:00)The implications of the new ADA ruling for small businesses (04:40)Examples of reasonable accommodations in the workplace (07:39)How to evaluate whether you're providing reasonable accommodations (09:50)The importance of training your team (14:25)Tips on becoming a better leader and influencing people (15:07)The main reason people leave organizations (19:09)The best thing you can do as a manager (21:53)The secret to becoming a great leader (25:38)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/transgender-workers-rights-expanded-by-gender-dysphoria-ruling -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Economists recently announced that the 22 million jobs lost due to the pandemic have been recovered - and the job market is still growing. With 528,000 new jobs added to the market in July (significantly surpassing the original estimate of 258,000), what can small businesses do to remain competitive and hire top talent? In this week's episode, Sommer and Joey discuss why it's essential for small businesses to fast-track their interview scheduling and provide some advice on how to optimize your hiring process to get the best candidates. Tune in to find out more! Joey and Sommer also share tips on helping your team ease back into work after summer vacations. You'll learn the importance of improving the employee experience, how companies are doing it, and how you can support working parents in this back-to-school season. Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Why it's essential to fast-track your interview scheduling (03:18)Tips on optimizing your recruiting process (07:21)The one thing hiring managers usually get wrong (10:52)Why the hiring process is not always about the interview (13:11)Simple strategy to make your interview scheduling more efficient (16:44)Helping your team ease back into work after summer vacations (18:40)What companies are doing to improve back-to-work routines (22:39)The importance of improving the employee experience in this season (22:35)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://recruitingdaily.com/11-ways-to-fast-track-interview-scheduling/ -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Balancing work and child care is a challenge countless employees face every day. Large organizations are taking action to combat burnout in working parents, some even building their own daycares. As a small business, offering onsite child care can be too expensive, but fortunately, there are alternative ways to support working parents without breaking the bank.  In this week's episode, Joey and Sommer share four ways small businesses can better support workers with child care needs. Tune in to find out more!  You'll also learn why helping workers navigate child care needs is a strategic investment regarding talent attraction and retention and what companies are doing to take care of their employees' mental health and wellbeing. Sommer and Joey also discuss monkeypox from an HR perspective, its risks, common misconceptions, and some steps you can take to keep your team safe and your organization protected.    Key Takeaways  How small businesses can better support working parents (00:00)What organizations are doing to help parents struggling with child care needs (03:10)Why many women left the workforce during the pandemic (06:43)Offering child care benefits as a talent retention strategy (10:47)Alternative ways small businesses can support working parents (16:17)What HR teams should know about monkeypox (22:04)How monkeypox could negatively impact your business (26:03)Should your business be worried about monkeypox? (29:43)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.hr-brew.com/stories/2022/07/29/in-an-effort-to-keep-working-parents-some-employers-are-building-their-own-daycares -- Download our FREE Monkepox Q&A Sheet here. Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

A.I. technologies have drastically revolutionized and improved how we do business. A.I. tools play a significant role in H.R. processes, yet they can potentially get your business in legal trouble by implementing discriminatory practices during recruitment. In this week's episode, Sommer and Joey discuss A.I. tools in H.R.: how organizations use them, their benefits and risks, and some tips on preventing potential discriminatory practices. Joey and Sommer also explore the culture brewing around false COVID test information in the workplace. Tune in to learn what to do if you suspect an employee is faking a test to take sick time and the pros and cons of requiring tests at work. Key Takeaways  Can A.I. tools get your business in legal trouble? (00:00)How organizations are using these tools for the hiring process (03:53)The risks of using A.I. tools when hiring (07:03)Tips on preventing potential discriminatory practices (10:00)What to do if your employees are faking COVID tests (16:29)The pros and cons of requiring COVID tests at work (19:04)Lessons from real examples of test forgeries in organizations (21:30)What leaders can do to create an environment of honesty (25:22)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/eeoc-issues-guidance-on-use-of-3746307/ -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

The tight labor market the US is currently experiencing has prompted employers to budget big pay raises for 2023. While the average is projected to be about 4.1%, data shows that this would be the most significant pay increase in the past 15 years. So, what does this entail for small businesses? In this week's episode, Sommer and Joey discuss why pay raise should be a part of your executive strategy for 2023, how to identify a fair pay raise, and best practices in communicating pay increases with your employees. Joey and Sommer also explore the benefits and hazards of remote work. While workplace flexibility it's a fantastic employee engagement strategy, letting your employees work from anywhere can also pose severe threats to your business. Tune in to learn how to create a solid work remote policy that benefits your team and protects your business! Key Takeaways  WWWW: What expected pay raises in 2023 mean for small businesses (02:46)Why salary projections are being increased (4:37)How to calculate fair salary increases (12:08)Best practices in communicating pay raise to your team (13:09)'Consultant's Corner': The pros and cons of remote work (18:00)The difference between 'work from home' and 'work from anywhere' policies (18:44)The truth about employees working from abroad (25:20)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://hrexecutive.com/employers-budgeting-big-pay-raises-for-2023/ -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

While most of the jobs lost during the pandemic have been recovered, there's a growing concern for an impending economic recession among economists and organizations. Although the economy's future remains unclear, small businesses must prepare for the worst-case scenario. In this week's episode, Joey and Sommer explore why recessions happen, their implications for small businesses, and a few strategies to successfully navigate an economic downturn. Tune in to find out more! You'll also learn common mistakes small businesses make during recessions and the importance of maintaining perspective in uncertain times - all you need to know to make your business recession-proof. Sommer and Joey also discuss stay interviews - what they are, why many small businesses fail to implement them properly, and best practices to improve retention and your workplace culture.   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)How to protect your small business from a recession (02:06)The one mistake small businesses make during recessions (06:27)Why maintaining perspective is essential (10:16)What is a stay interview? (13:42)The main reason why conducting exit interviews can be so challenging (17:50)Best practices to improve workplace culture and employee satisfaction (21:42)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.inc.com/ali-donaldson/7-tips-on-how-to-recession-proof-your-business-from-leaders-who-have-been-through-it.html -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

In the aftermath of Roe v Wade's overturn, companies are now facing difficult decisions regarding their employee's health plans and medical benefits. So, what is the best strategy small businesses can adopt to navigate this complex environment? Sommer and Joey examine the implications of Roe v Wade's overturn for small businesses, what to expect in the future and some recommendations for proactively supporting your team and avoiding potential legal issues.  Joey and Sommer also discuss the top 4 benefits small businesses on a budget can offer their employees. You'll learn which benefits work best for you and how to create a benefits package plan that will significantly improve employee experience without affecting your business' profitability. Tune in to find out more!   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)The implications of Roe v Wade's demise for small businesses (03:39)Recommendations for small businesses on how to navigate this issue (05:05)How large organizations are tackling the challenges of Roe v Wade's overturn (08:10)Potential legal issues small businesses should know about (11:36)Top 4 employee benefits for small businesses on a budget (17:29)The #1 benefit to offer employees as a small business (18:35)The importance of creating developmental and promotion activities (22:43)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/24/roe-v-wade-abortion-decision-companies-forced-to-weigh-in-on-privacy-health-care.html -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Is office romance inevitable?  In today's episode of 'While We Were Working', Sommer and Joey discuss whether office romance is really an HR nightmare and how to tackle the challenges it entails.  You'll learn why relationships blossom so quickly in a work environment and the importance of setting expectations around workplace dating as a small business HR team. Joey and Sommer also explore the best HR digital transformation strategies and how going digital can significantly help you improve employee and customer experience. Tune in to find out how to quickly optimize your small business by adopting digital tools and streamlining existing processes.    Key Takeaways Intro (00:00)Considerations HR teams should have around office dating (02:00)The main reason workplace romance is on the rise (05:52)When workplace dating could be risky for a small business (08:04)The importance of setting expectations (10:04)Painless HR digital transformation strategy (12:52)The top benefits of going digital (17:45)How a digital transformation can accelerate business growth (19:07)Must-know HR technologies (22:19)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220228-the-inevitability-of-the-office-romance -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

On June 21, the U.S. Department of Labor announced its proposed overtime rule is planned for release in October. So, how does this potential law change impact small businesses? In this week's episode of 'While We Were Working', Joey and Sommer explain all you need to know about the potential overtime law changes. You'll learn the importance of having a system for tracking and authorizing overtime and a few tips on remaining compliant. Joey and Sommer also discuss whether startups really need HR in this episode's 'Consultant's Corner.' Tune in to find out!  Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Potential overtime law changes you need to know (02:13)Why small businesses need to understand potential law changes (05:05)How raising the minimum salary level could impact small businesses (07:27)When you should be paying attention to these new law changes (12:57)'Consultant's Corner': Do startups really need HR? (16:38)The importance of hiring an HR advisor (19:29)How HR can make your business more profitable (23:58)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/legal-and-compliance/employment-law/pages/spring-regulatory-agenda-2022-proposed-overtime-rule.aspx -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

By 2023 Gen Z is expected to make up around 30% of the workforce. However, not unlike the Millennial Generation, Gen Z workers are already reporting high levels of burnout. A recent survey revealed that 46% of Gen Z staff felt that they were constantly stressed out and anxious. So, what is causing Millennial and Gen Z workers to struggle with burnout? Jumpstart HR Consultant Maria Thorpe joins Sommer to discuss the three main contributors to burnout symptoms in the younger generations and a few workplace wellness tips for small business HR. Maria and Sommer also share their views on team accountability. Tune in to learn why so many small business owners fail to hold their team accountable, why it’s detrimental to your business, and the benefits of implementing it properly. Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Why Gen Zs are the mot burnt-out generation (00:53)The main reasons younger generations struggle with stress at work (05:16)The importance of promoting a healthy work-life balance (10:06)Why keeping your team accountable can be so challenging (14:56)Building accountability as part of your workplace culture (19:36)The two categories of accountability issues (23:44)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.hr-brew.com/stories/2022/06/17/gen-z-is-growing-up-and-burning-out -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Maria Thorpe and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

The Great Resignation, also known as The Big Quit, is an ongoing economic trend in which employees quit their jobs in search of higher pay and a promise of better opportunities. But has this actually been the case?  Jumpstart HR consultant Devin Fruzyna joins Sommer to discuss why many employees currently regret quitting their jobs and how small businesses can adjust their recruiting process to remain competitive and hire the best talent in this new environment. Sommer and Devin also share their thoughts on the pros and cons of assessments during the recruitment process. Tune in to learn when employment assessments are appropriate, their impact on the talent acquisition process, and how to set your hiring team up for success.   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Why so many employees regret quitting their jobs (03:13)How to adjust your recruitment process to hire the best candidates (06:07)Talent acquisition strategies for small businesses during The Great Resignation (11:44)The pros and cons of assessments in the recruitment process (19:35)One important thing to consider when doing assessments for candidates (26:30)Potential compliance issues to consider when issuing assessments (29:00)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.theguardian.com/business/2022/mar/20/great-resignation-great-regret-employees-quitting -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Devin Fruzyna and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Since the pandemic, there has been a drastic shift in the number of union petitions - in March of this year, the NLRB union petitions increased to a staggering 57%. While historically, unions have been essential in advocating worker safety and fair treatment, they can bring about significant complications, especially for small businesses. So what can small business HR teams do about it? In today's episode of 'While We Were Working,' Sommer and Joey discuss all you need to know about unions: the main reason companies unionize, how they affect small businesses, and some strategies you can adopt to avoid these situations. Sommer and Joey also share their views on the importance of taking care of your team's mental health. Tune in to learn how to address your team's needs and train your employees on building deeper connections. Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)WWWW: Are labor unions beneficial for small businesses? (01:54)Why many public companies are unionizing (05:24)The main reason employees are leaving their jobs (09:51)What small business HR can do about unions (16:29)'Consultant's Corner': Mental health in the workplace (17:44)What companies can do to support their employees' mental health (19:40)The best strategy to address mental health and wellness at work (24:46)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://fremonttribune.com/business/investment/starbucks-union-are-labor-unions-good-for-public-companies/article_08613877-0c27-5a81-b09b-69b5dab81abc.html?mode=comments -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Should you share how much you make? In today's episode, Joey and Sommer welcome Hannah Williams, a 25-year-old content creator in the DMV area, to share her views on a major issue in the United States: salary transparency.  With her viral series, Salary Transparent Street, Hannah challenges strangers across the country to share what they do and how much they make in order to fight discrimination opportunities in the workforce and further close the gender pay gap.  Hannah discusses how she uses her platform to educate her community and shares ways to strategize your career to reach your professional goals and build generational wealth. Tune in to find out more! Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Why Hannah believes companies should adopt pay transparency (03:01)How Hannah started Salary Transparent Street (05:20)The reason companies have negative perceptions around pay transparency (11:40)The link between pay transparency and talent strategies (14:16)Hannah's advice for business leaders on pay transparency (24:37)   Additional Resources Follow Salary Transparent Street on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@salarytransparentstreet Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

While there are certain advantages to hiring independent contractors, converting those contractors to full-time employees is crucial for business growth. But when is the best time to convert a contractor to an employee? In this week's episode of 'While We Were Working', Joey and Sommer discuss the transition from contractor to employee as you look to build your team. Tune in to learn the pros and cons of hiring contractors and the benefits of having your first full-time hires. Sommer and Joey also share their thoughts on Roe v. Wade and its impact on the workforce. You'll learn how to manage sensitive topics as a small business leader and how this news could impact your workforce.   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)WWWW: Should companies discuss Roe v. Wade at work? (01:57)How did large organizations react to Roe v. Wade? (06:45)How to communicate and manage sensitive topics as a small business leader (11:18)When should I convert independent contractors to employees? (18:19)What to consider before hiring your first employee (22:41)What the IRS states about independent contractors vs. employees (25:37)The advantages of hiring employees vs. contractors (29:57)   Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.forbes.com/sites/edwardsegal/2022/05/09/why-companies-may-not-speak-out-about-the-future-of--roe-v-wade/?sh=637910c127e2 -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

A recent data report by HR platform Gusto shows that the share of fully remote workers has increased by 240% since the pandemic began. There is no doubt that flexibility has become a crucial factor in whether or not people will take a new job - so it's critical for growing businesses to adapt and develop new HR strategies. This week, Joey welcomes Gusto's Liz Wilke and Eric Schuchman to discuss the new trends around remote and hybrid work and how Gusto can help small businesses tackle these HR challenges. Tune in to learn how to boost your hybrid work and talent strategies to attract and retain the right kind of talent into your business.   About the Guests Eric Schuchman, Head of Product, Gusto Eric Schuchman is head of product at Gusto, where he leads product management for their core payroll, benefits, and HR products. During his time at Gusto, Eric has helped scale the company and product from serving thousands of growing businesses to hundreds of thousands, from tens of employees to thousands, and from a payroll product to a full people platform. He is passionate about building products people love.  Prior to Gusto, Eric led product teams at Location Labs and Microsoft. Eric holds a degree in electrical computer engineering and biomedical engineering from Duke University, where he graduated magna cum laude, Phi Betta Kappa, and Tau Beta Pi.   Liz Wilke, Principal Economist, Gusto Liz Wilke is a Principal Economist at Gusto, researching the state of work and business in the modern economy. Prior to Gusto, Liz led Future of Work research at LinkedIn. She is a veteran of both the technology and government sectors, where she directed research programs and public spending that supports dynamic, resilient companies and workers across the globe. Liz holds a dual BA in Economics and Government from the University of Texas at Austin, and an M.Phil and PhD in Public Policy from the Pardee RAND Graduate School.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizwilke/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/eschuchman/    Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)Liz's and Eric's background and role at Gusto (02:16)WWWW: Takeaways from Gusto's new report on remote and hybrid work (05:20)How small businesses can adapt to remote and hybrid work trends (11:03)How Gusto can help you improve your remote work and talent strategies (19:01)Tips on how to create a better onboarding experience (30:41)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  gusto.com/whilewewereworking-datagusto.com/whilewewereworking -- Special Offer! Sign up for Gusto and get $100 after you run payroll at: https://gusto.com/r/joey1080 Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout    Hosts: Joey Price  This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Companies have long used college degrees as a proxy for job competency and career readiness. However, after the COVID-19 pandemic labor shortage and the rise of remote work, numerous companies, especially in tech, are reconsidering their prerequisites for successful hires.  In today’s episode, Joey and Sommer discuss whether college degrees are still relevant when hiring the right talent. You’ll learn how to tackle this challenge as a small business and what to expect from this trend in the future. Joey and Sommer also share their views on the pros and cons of drug testing and background checks. Should they be a part of your standard hiring process? Tune in to find out!   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)High, low, buffalo (01:41)WWWW: Are college degrees still necessary? (06:49)Why companies are eliminating college degree requirements (10:01)What to expect from this trend in the future (12:57)Should drug testing be a part of your hiring process? (19:56)The pros and cons of drug testing (21:27)What to consider before adding drug testing to your hiring process (27:14)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/25/companies-eliminate-college-degree-requirement-to-draw-needed-workers.html -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

When hiring an outsourced HR company, what should we be looking for? In this week's episode, Joey breaks down the four essential keys to successfully identifying and evaluating an HR partner that can work for your company. You'll learn the difference between outsourcing as a small business compared to a large organization and some red flags to watch out for when considering candidates. Joey also discusses the paradigm shift that's been happening recently around office attire. After three years of living and working in a hybrid environment within a pandemic, we've seen some realignment of perceptions around professional clothing. And that begs the question: Does dressing for success still matter?  Tune in to find out!   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)High, low, buffalo (02:30)Does dressing for success still matter? (04:29)The importance of self-discipline (07:11)What to consider when choosing a professional attire (08:41)Why the diversity component is essential for this topic (11:35)What to look for when hiring an outsourced HR company (14:29)The four keys to identifying a good outsourcing partner (17:30)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20220429-does-dressing-for-success-still-matter -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout   Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com

Right off the bat, the idea of snooping through your employees' social media accounts might sound dubious. However, it also makes sense to ensure that what your employees post online isn't harming your business. So, what's the best strategy here? In today's episode, Sommer and Joey share the pros and cons of monitoring your employees' social media, when you should avoid it, and when it could actually benefit your business. Joey and Sommer also discuss whether gift cards are taxable in today's Consultant's Corner' - the answer might surprise you! Tune in to learn common legal misunderstandings regarding gift cards and how to remain compliant with IRS tax rules when awarding gift cards to your employees.   Key Takeaways  Intro (00:00)High, low, buffalo (02:19)The one social media platform employers should monitor (07:23)When is it ok to look through an employee's social media? (08:53)Should you follow or friend colleagues on social media? (14:19)'Consultant's' Corner': Are gift cards taxable? (17:19)How to remain compliant when awarding gift cards (22:03)    Additional Resources 📰 Article in question:  https://www.hcamag.com/asia/specialisation/corporate-wellness/should-hr-monitor-employees-social-media-accounts/402675 -- Do you need HR consulting for YOUR small business? We got you covered! 👉 Learn more at: https://jumpstart-hr.com/ Do you have a question that you want us to tackle on the show?  📧 Email us at: hello@jumpstart-hr.com   Java With Joey (Monthly Small Business CEO Mastermind) - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/mwka2AyB/checkout 👉 Join our Empowered People Leaders Community [FREE Access] - https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/MwchLoyL/checkout 👉 Join our Student and Early Stage HR Pro community -  https://community.jumpstart-hr.com/offers/pWTbD2Ue/checkout Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC  www.Jumpstart-HR.com