As noted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the key to a successful organization is to have a culture based on a strongly held and widely shared set of beliefs that are supported […]

In the past year, crisis management has soared to a global level. The Covid-19 pandemic started out as a rumble and quickly became a tsunami. Virtually overnight, businesses everywhere found themselves dealing with a sweeping […]

When it comes to your small business, it’s all about growth, innovation, and protecting your assets. And when it comes to those assets, the most valuable of all is your people. Chances are, HR management […]

The myriad employment laws and regulations that apply to small businesses can be mind boggling. They’ve increased by more than 400 percent since 1980. The different acronyms that refer to them are often referred to […]

Every company needs to stay compliant with all the laws and standards set by the government, as well as various industries. And every department within a company is likewise responsible for adhering to these legal […]

As a business owner, you face potential risk on numerous fronts. That may sound a bit dramatic at first, but it’s reality. Depending on your industry, product or service, you have a certain level of […]

Your company’s profitability depends on its people – and you want your team to be comprised of the brightest and the best. But it can be tough to compete against larger players, who can typically […]

As a small business owner, do you dread facing that growing to do list of administrative tasks that you can’t afford to overlook, yet can’t find enough hours in the day to address? It’s a […]

To keep your growing company profitable, you need a robust, affordable HR strategy to ensure you can attract and retain the best and brightest talent. It has to be competitive – and yet, affordable. How […]

Every day, you strive to make your business better and more successful, and to improve your bottom line through peak levels of employee performance. But, how do you actually get there – to achieve and […]

Having the right insurance for your small business is just as important as having the right facilities, equipment, processes, systems and employees. They all work together like the finely-tuned operation that your company is – […]

There are many descriptions of “employer brand” but in essence, it’s your company’s reputation as a place to work. It is shaped by your employee value proposition (EVP), which defines what team members value most […]

November marks eight months since the massive impact of the global shutdown as a result of Covid-19. Who knew it would last this long?? But here we are. Effective performance management at this surreal time […]

The Covid-19 pandemic presents a unique scenario where many jobs not typically considered hazardous have suddenly become so.

The Covid-19 pandemic has posed unique challenges for businesses around the world. As your company recovers, how might you need to pivot to stay profitable, competitive, and ready for the new normal?  As you revamp operations […]

Every dollar and every hour count when it comes to running your company. And HR and related insurance and recruitment matters can quickly devour both. Partnering with a professional employer organization (PEO) can be the ideal solution for many a […]

In today’s business climate, landing the right employees for your company means keeping up with the latest online and social media trends. While personal networking will always be important, unless you also compete on the virtual front, you don’t stand […]

The professional employer organization (PEO) industry is thriving nationwide, providing services to 175,000 small and mid-sized businesses employing 3.7 million people from coast to coast.   The ability to offer competitive employee benefits while staying compliant […]

Is your talent pool deep enough?  Your talent pool is your bench strength: those “go-to” potential hires that are interested in working for you if and when the opportunity arises. So it should be more […]

Choosing the right business insurance is one of most important decisions you make as owner of your company. You need business insurance, also known as commercial insurance, to help cover the costs of any property damage […]

How do you manage it all and ensure that you stay compliant while keeping your business and employees protected?

A co-employment relationship with a professional employer organization (PEO) may be the answer you’ve been searching for.

Choosing the right business insurance is one of most important decisions you make as owner of your company. You need business insurance, also known as commercial insurance, to help cover the costs of any property damage […]

There are always challenges when it comes to maintaining your company’s competitive edge.  But no one could have predicted the unique and unprecedented issues that have emerged during the first seven months of 2020. As you prepare […]

Long-term business survival has taken on a whole new meaning since the onset of the coronavirus crisis. Remote work, the need to economize as never before and above all, keeping employees, customers and other stakeholders […]

When you’re running a business, every dollar – and every hour –counts.   Think of all the ways a team of specialized HR experts, readily available to help you fine-tune and economize your talent management responsibilities, could help. […]

Competition is part of doing business. And competition has never been more intense. The key to growth and success is differentiating your company from that competition – finding the unique niche that will set you apart, and […]

For a growing number of small to mid-sized companies, working with a professional employer organization (PEO), has opened doors to significant HR cost savings. For many, this can mean the difference between staying in business for the long run […]

In the alphabet soup of professional acronyms, are you wondering what “PEO” stands for – and whether or not it’s an option you might consider for your company?   PEO is short for “professional employer organization.” PEOs provide a range of HR services for […]

Have you thought about working with a professional employer organization (PEO) to handle some or all of your HR tasks and duties?

For Immediate Release January 21, 2020 For additional information: David Glass, Aligned Insurance 256-312-8862 dglass@alignedinsuranceagency.com ALIGNED HOLDINGS, INC., (A MEMBER OF THE LYONS & COMPANY, INC. GROUP OF COMPANIES) AND CALHOUN COUNTY INSURANCE CENTER, INC. […]

What can you truly gain by working with a Professional Employer Organization? An independent analytics and research firm, McBassi & Company, recently conducted a study for The National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO). – […]

While it continues to be heavily debated in political circles, the federal Affordable Care Act isn’t going anywhere in the near future. And you can’t afford to let your guard down when it comes to ACA compliance.

Human resources is probably not your specialty area – and yet, it’s one of the most complicated and critical aspects of running your business. Your employees are your most important asset, and salaries and benefits […]