Have you ever lost employees because they did not understand your company culture?

I have listed some ideas below that will help you get your new team members on board and moving in the right direction.

1. Friendly Welcome: Thank them for joining your team or company. Be sure they feel valued from day one!

2. HR Items: Cover HR policies, vacation policies, sick days, hours of work, pay periods, holiday pay, pension, medical benefits, lateness, safety rules, any unique company policies, etc. (more…)

Are you thinking about starting your own business? Do you have an idea for a new business but are unsure about how to proceed? If you have answered yes to either of these questions, this article could be of benefit to you. I am going to write about how to plan and create a successful small business.

Many people are looking at ways in which they can become self-employed. Leaving a full time career can be quite a scary prospect however for some. The security of having a regular income and other benefits such as a pension can seem hard to let go.

Before you invest a single dollar, talk to a few experts. Go to the library (ok, maybe no one does that anymore ) or get on the internet and research. (more…)

An ideal attorney will not just have a set of impressive credentials. He or she should be caring, concerned, and devoted to their work. You need to think carefully before putting your trust in an attorney…after all in some cases your life, future, money or property will be in his hands.

Apart from doing extensive research to short-list possible attorneys, you must ensure that there is not conflict of interest, that you understand everything the retainer agreement states, and that you have checked the references and details regarding the practice. (more…)