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Successful human resources professionals know that having the right benefits broker can benefit the HR department, and the entire company, in so many ways! HR and business leaders should look for a benefits broker who takes the time to listen to and examine their needs, as well as the needs of their employees, before rushing in with recommendations. In addition, benefits brokers who have experience helping design plans for your specific industry are helpful, as there are specific trends within industries and business sectors to consider. - Niki Ramirez, MBA, SHRM-CP, THRPFollow the link for more tips for your decision-making process:https://lnkd.in/e9ebNHne#HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #EmployeeBenefits

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A few days ago we shared tips for conducting employee evaluations. Today, we're offering some additional ideas to help prepare for your coaching sessions. When we go in with a game plan, coaching can become more comfortable and impactful for all involved. Here are four ideas to get you going! Learn more at HRAnswers.org. Always here to help!#HRAnswers #Leadership #SmallBusiness #Coaching

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Employee performance reviews are the most common way managers communicate to employees about their work progress and whether they have met their expectations over the performance period. The performance period is often a year, but even better, it can be semi-annual (better) or quarterly (best) to keep employees informed on their performance and progress. Keep in mind that performance reviews are simply documents that are used to recap performance over a timeframe. They create structure around various programs, goals, and workplace expectations. Key Concept: A performance review will not encourage your employee to “do better.” You will use leadership, management, and coaching techniques to help your employees reach their full potential! Here are 5 tips to help with your next employee eval. ✨ #HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #PerformanceReviews #Leadership #Coaching

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Have you ever wondered how understanding your team’s instinctive problem-solving styles could transform your leadership and enhance collaboration? In this episode, Maureen Werrbach speaks with our founder, Niki Ramirez, MBA, SHRM-CP, THRP about just that. They explored the Kolbe A™ Index and its impact on group practice leadership teams. Join the conversation to learn more about:- The essence of the Kolbe A™ Index and how it identifies our natural instincts for taking action.- An overview of the four action modes defined by the Kolbe A™ Index that influence our problem-solving approaches.- The benefits that group practice owners can reap by acknowledging and valuing the diverse instinctive strengths of their teams.- Niki's expert advice on how to effectively integrate Kolbe assessments into team development for a more inclusive and dynamic work environment.Listen in to the full episode here:https://lnkd.in/egXQtYxBYou're invited to reach out if you'd like to learn more about the Kolbe A™ Index for your team!#HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #KolbeA #Leadership

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For anyone struggling to effectively manage a remote team, keep in mind that remote employees have the same human needs as in-person employees.A great part of success involves focusing on meeting remote workers' needs for human connection and communication. Follow the link below to tap into the collective wisdom of top HR experts as they share tips on fostering successful and productive remote teams.#HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #WorkFromHome #RemoteEmployees

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Stigma around tattoos at work has shifted — but some bias still remains.Niki Ramirez, MBA, SHRM-CP, THRP, founder and principal consultant at HR Answers, a human resources consultancy for small businesses, has consulted clients who still believe tattoos have no place in the workplace, and may have discriminated against candidates with them. Some organizations and industries may have more formal dress codes, though ultimately, tattoos aren’t a protected class under hiring discrimination laws in the U.S. or the U.K. Niki uses those client questions as an opportunity to inform them on how this fits into recent diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and how it could negatively impact their business if they aren’t willing to change their own tune.This WorkLife article, where Niki is featured by Hailey Mensik, explores ideas and research on the topic. What are your thoughts on tattoos in the workplace? Check out the article and share your thoughts in the comments. We'd love to hear them!https://lnkd.in/eVn6M8RK#HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #DEI #Hiring

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Regardless of your industry or the size of the business, an Action Plan can be a key tool in helping you and your team stay organized and accountable. What is an Action Plan? • A roadmap that shows how to reach business objectives. • Concrete steps and activities that are required in order to meet goals. • Each goal is achieved by engaging in several activities that are listed on the Action Plan. Let's take a quick look at the "When" and "Why" for action planning. More tips and information to come!#HRAnswers #SmallBusiness #GoalSetting #ActionPlanning