If you’re like most business leaders, you probably feel you have a general sense of how well your HR function is working. But a “general sense” isn’t the same as knowing for sure. Are your policies keeping you compliant with the latest employment laws? Does your HR team support where your business is headed or… Read more »
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Onboarding Is Not Paperwork. It’s an Experience.
When organizations think about onboarding, they often think of forms, compliance, and a first-day orientation. That’s part of it, but it misses the bigger picture. Onboarding is not an administrative task. It is a structured, intentional experience that begins well before a new hire walks through the door and continues beyond their first week. The… Read more »
(Not) Reinventing the Wheel: How to Write an Employee Handbook that Matters
Writing an employee handbook can trigger a range of feelings: Overwhelm: Where do we even begin? Whose handbook can we copy? When will we find the time to review 50+ pages and copy-edit all of it? And why is the formatting always so annoying? Anxiety: Is our handbook compliant with the latest laws? Do I need separate… Read more »
Administrative Professionals Day: Appreciation, History, and the Risk of Getting It Wrong
Recently, the Executive Director of one of my clients called me to talk through how to approach Administrative Professionals Day on April 22. I appreciated the question because it was thoughtful and honest. She was not just asking, “Should we do something?” She was really asking, “What does this day mean now, and how do… Read more »
Meet the Team: HR Consultant, David Grant
With nearly two decades of experience in HR leadership, David Grant wasn’t actively looking to make a career change—until the pandemic shifted his perspective. Now an HR Consultant at Insource, David brings a wealth of knowledge, a strong sense of purpose, and a genuine passion for people to his role. We caught up with him… Read more »
Navigating ICE and the Workplace: The Importance of Compliant I9s
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has ramped up its focus on worksite enforcement, putting employers across the country, particularly in industries like manufacturing, logistics, and agriculture on high alert. With increased scrutiny, it’s more important than ever for employers to understand their responsibilities and take proactive steps to stay compliant. ICE investigations often begin with… Read more »

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