The whyHR team is excited to welcome Alex West as our newest HR Consultant! With 14 years of HR experience, Alex has extensive expertise in employment regulations, compliance, benefits administration, and talent management. She has held a variety of HR roles, from...
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Four Key Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask
As a business owner, you’re juggling a lot. From day-to-day operations to long-term strategies, it’s easy to overlook some crucial areas — areas that can ultimately determine the success or failure of your business. To help you build a strong, thriving company, it’s...
Time for a Reset: Setting Goals and Rebuilding Focus in 2025
The start of a new year is an ideal time for businesses to reflect, reset, and refocus. After a challenging 2024 filled with distractions — ranging from economic uncertainty to an overwhelming social and political climate — it’s time to look ahead and embrace new...
Creating Effective Remote Work Job Descriptions
As remote work continues to be an appealing option for many employees, it’s crucial that your remote work job descriptions align with the unique needs and expectations of these roles. A well-written job description not only guides potential hires, but also sets your...
Succession Planning: A Whole-Organization Approach
When people think of succession planning, the focus is typically on the top level of leadership — preparing for the transition of CEOs, business owners, or other key executives.
New Employee Spotlight: Brittney Belden
We’re thrilled to introduce Brittney Belden as our new HR Assistant at WhyHR! With a strong background in recruiting and a passion for human resources, Brittney brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the team. She’s excited to dive deeper into HR consulting,...
The Three Types of Currency Between Employers and Employees
In the workplace, currency isn’t just about money. There are three main types of currency that employers and employees exchange: dollars, wisdom, and time. Each holds different value, depending on the individual and stage of life, so it is essential for both employers...
Upskilling and Reskilling for Employee Retention
In today’s competitive labor market, retaining employees is more crucial than ever. One effective way to keep employees is to invest in their future and skillset to show that you value their contribution and are committed to their growth. Thus, upskilling and...
Hiring Based on Potential
Think back to the last time you interviewed a potential employee. Was the candidate fully qualified? Or were you, perhaps, tempted to hire them based on their potential? Hiring a candidate based on potential has a lot of benefits, but only if you are properly prepared...
Employee Conduct at Conferences
Many companies send employees to work-related conferences. Whether it be with the hopes of networking and building clientele or learning at a purely educational conference, managers need to approach these travel plans with eyes wide open. Though conferences and travel...