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A recent discussion at the office led to a show about that very conversation.  The guys were involved with a client's request for support on managing and properly compensating a short term workforce increase which included possible stand-by hours.Upon doing a bit more research in support of the client, what we found was both expected and frankly a little surprising.  There are some things one needs to know about what California Labor Law has to say when it comes to placing an employee on stand-by.Before you do, listen to this weeks show on the topic and steer clear of potential wage and hour claims that arise when certain procedures and guidelines are not followed.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg and John sit down with our very own Trade Association's CEO, Mr. Pat Cleary.  NAPEO (National Association of Professional Employer Organizations) is a trade association and lobbying group for the PEO industry.  Of particular interest is the industry white paper discussed during the show.  That document illustrated in stark detail the effect of the Pandemic on small business.  Pull up a seat and listen in while Pat covers the bases and explains the positive impacts PEO companies have made for small business.  From the early phases of PPP to ERTC and more, there is sure to be something of interest.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer

Another "Conversation About" style show, this one is about PEO companies. The guys grab the mics and join Greg in doing some defining around PEO and it's variations known as ASO, (Administrative Services Outsourcing) HRO, (Human Resource Outsourcing) and pure payroll service offerings.The guys get out into the weeds about Workers' Comp, EPLI, shared risk & liability and wage & hour compliance, just to get started!From risk pools to tactical HR compliance and EDD reporting to Benefits administration, your PEO answers are likely going to be found here.If you are an employer looking to ease the burden of ever widening compliance nets, reducing risks and lowering administrative expenses, this is the show for you.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg and John review "Five Pillars" and invite author Keith Wolaridge to the studio to discuss his newly published work.Join Greg, John and Keith to learn about the author, the book and the reasons for it's creation.Keith will take the listeners through the pillars, talk about his "Lodestar" and his life experiences that form the foundation of guiding principles that form the basis for his professional and personal interactions on a daily basis.Integrity,  Perseverance,  Decency, Courage and Faith constitute Keith's Five. Grab a copy, and prepare to be enlightened and entertained as you discover why these things matter.  Spoiler alert!  There is a sixth as well.An exceptionally easy and delightful read, "Five Pillars" will leave you inspired, confident and yes, a bit joyful.For more on Keith, check out his LinkedIn page:  Keith C. Wolaridge | LinkedInCopies may be found where ever books are sold, as well as on the digital platforms, such as Kindle and others.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

On March 11, 2021 the President signed House Resolution 1319,  creating the subject law.  The 1.9 trillion spending bill contains numerous provisions to provide for business relief, unemployment extensions, and a host of other business centric benefits.Join Greg and SME John McFarland, SHRM-CP of WorklogicHR/Vensure as they discuss these benefits.  There is surely something here for nearly everyone of our listeners. Here is a sampling of the topics to pique your interest:Changes to ERTC, extensions of PPP, Industry specific grants for highly impacted businesses, and many, many more.You are sure to learn something!  Charge you pods, and grab a notebook, and be sure to reach out to us if we can be of assistance.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg is joined in studio by Kat Clowes of March Consulting, and Robin Paggi of WorklogicHR to discuss not only managing Generation Z, but their new book by the same title.  John McFarland, SHRM-CP,  the HoRizon Podcast cohort is along as well, keeping the discussion lively and moving along.Generation Z is that group of folks born after 1996.  The life experiences of this newest workforce has shaped, perhaps like never before in US history, this demographic more profoundly than any before it.  Robin and Kat will discuss why this is relevant in today's job market and along the way, offer many insights for hiring managers, business owners and anyone else interested in the topic.Put on your earbuds and join us.  We will discuss the book and its relevance as a reference, and outline some of the more meaningful perspectives as this latest generation begins entering the workforce.  It is a new and fresh perspective, that many more "seasoned" professionals will find helpful.You may reach out to the authors by email:Kat Clowes:       kat@mymarchconsulting.comRobin Paggi:      robin.paggi@worklogichr.comThe book may be purchased wherever books are sold, including Amazon.com and other online and brick & mortar book sellers.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Grab your pods! This week, the guys cover a hot-button topic that nearly all companies talk about. It's also one almost none of them get right. Why is this? Join Greg and crew and gain some perspective as our "experts" hash the topic out and even clash to a degree. In so doing, they unwittingly underscore the difficulties in the exercise. Identification of core values is critical to defining the organizational value system and culture. Once established, they form the spine, the frame if-you-will, for every decision and direction the company takes. In an ideal situation, EVERY associate in the company knows the core values and company mission, and has committed to live them.Pull up a chair and listen in as Greg leads this lively discussion about the importance of defining and establishing core values in your organization, and how those core values then shape both the Mission (the what, why and how), and the Vision (the future state, the overarching higher purpose) of your organizationIt's an important topic for any company to contemplate New companies, established companies with a large number of employees, companies experiencing growing pains - it does not really matter. All can benefit from putting some intelectual capital to work in this area.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Since the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act in December, many employers may be aware of the provisions provided for small and medium sized closely held business'. Paycheck Protection Program extensions were certainly a major component, but what many may have missed or not fully understood is the subject of this weeks show, The ERTC.Greg and John sit down to discuss this little known and understood component of the CAA's COVID relief sections. If you are an employer, you simply must take the time to listen to the podcast and seek the advice of your CPA, and payroll provider to see if this credit may work out to your benefit. It likely will and if eligible, it is nothing to be passed by, we assure you!We dissect the rules, explain how they work and provide a wealth of additional knowledge around the topic. Pull up a chair, it will be time well spent!

Welcome to the HoRizon Podcast! John and Greg manage to corner a really nice guy, Mr. Alex Mozota of Avitus Group to discuss some things in the arena of talent acquisition or corporate recruiting. Sometimes referred to as "Head-Hunters", Alex will change the way one might think about the topic. You may have been approached by one or more, or utilized them in the past, but what exactly do these firms do?Finding the right fit for your company is difficult even in the best of times. Despite the year formerly known as 2020. (Now referred to in many circles as simply WHAT?!?), it is very much a job-seekers market. Alex explains this phenomenon as well as a number of other subjects which shed light on the subject of hiring the best fit for you particular situation.From cultural aspects, personality, compensation - you name it. We cover it. You're sure to have a couple of takeaways.Alex can be reached at amozota@avitusgroup.com. More information can be found at www.avitusgroup.comWe would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

On 12/27/2020, The President signed the CAA or Consolidated Appropriations Act. The Bill was the most lengthy piece of legislature ever signed into law and contained numerous COVID relief Provisions.Greg and John will dive into these provisions, which consist of an expanded second tranche of PPP funding, modifications to the forgiveness process, extension of the ERTC or Employee Retention Tax Credit and other provisions affecting ePSL and eFMLA.Pull up your pods, grab a cup of Joe and get a baseline understanding of just what all of this means if you own your own business, are self-employed or are just interested in how it works.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Host Greg Heiss is joined in Studio with Diane Albano and John McFarland, to discuss the finer points of what an Employer of Record arrangement is, how they work and which types of business' may benefit.If you are, or know of a business thinking of or actually attempting to enter a foreign market, and has a need for feet on the ground, this is the show for you.Diane walks us down the path of how all of this works and explains how her company executes EOR agreements.Company information can be found online of course, at www.globalization-partners.com or by email at dalbano@globalization-partners.com.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It's almost over. Many would say "Thank Goodness", but the reality is the click of the odometer really has no real meaning in the grand scheme of things.Regardless of how one sees and has lived the happenings of 2020, it has been a standout year in about as many ways as can be counted. No need to revisit all of that. Each of us has been impacted, mostly for the worse I would dare say. But....Join Greg and John as they go over some of the brighter spots of 2020, and perhaps more importantly what takeaways they see. One more thing.....2020 disrupted the show to a significant degree, and for those regular listeners, you have likely noticed as we wriggle into a way of producing a quality product in the midst of a lockdown. We have made some technological changes, and are still sorting some of that out. Suffice it to say, the audio quality is substantially better and will improve even more as we move into 2021. We wish each of you our very very best wishes for a Happy New Year and look forward to having you along then as go to resource for some useful business advice and a bit of jocularity for good measure!We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It is scarcely possible just a year ago, to imagine being in the world we find ourselves living in today. But alas, here we are, looking both at the past and to the future, and one thing is for sure, It is shocking. Many have faced loosing friends and family to a novel virus which swept its way around the globe in what seemed like minutes. (our heartfelt condolences for each of you dealing with this part of 2020)Economic damage, lockdowns, and constant uncertainty are our daily companions, forcing nearly everyone alive to face radical changes in everything aspect of daily life!John McFarland explores how this type of change, and managing it is akin to the classical process of grieving. He offers insights and wisdom and some helpful tools for dealing with it, no matter where one finds him or herself on the curve.Join in and give yourself a break. Both literally and figuratively.Loyal listeners take note: We are embarking on some new techniques and technologies which will make the show much more pleasant to listen to, with dramatic improvements in fidelity. Content too, is looking better as we have made some strides in booking headlining guests to the studio. We appreciate you patience as we too, navigate the changing work world around us.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Now that the US is on the cusp of having a viable Corona Virus vaccine, we have been fielding a number of questions about it as well as about the more common and often discussed flu vaccine. Greg and John will answer some of these questions as they pertain to the workplace, and just when and if such vaccination requirements can become a condition of employment.Are there specific types of occupations which can be required? Certain employers? What about religious objections, or those with an ADA protection? These and more will be addressed, so be sure to put on the earbuds and give this short shows topic your consideration.We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comAll the Best!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It hardly seems possible. 2020 has been a year like that. Since the pandemic began, so much has happened. And here we are, looking squarely in the eye of a New Year. Given the time, something else has likely happened if you are a business owner who received PPP financing last spring.That something is the end of your twenty four (or eight) week “covered period”. Not for everyone mind you, but If your funds were made available anytime before June, you are or shortly will be at the end of your window.We have fielded literally hundreds, perhaps thousands of questions regarding the PPP forgiveness application and its variants. We’ll talk about those questions in today’s show. From the possible tax implications, to providing your lender with a properly completed application, it will be covered. The important thing to know is not to get into a panic or rush. The PPP Flexibility Act made the overall forgiveness process much more easy to deal with. Join Greg and John on today’s offering to find out why you should not PPP your Pants over this process!We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Pull up a peg, put on your headphones and get some religion! John and Joe join Greg in a discussion about the display of religious symbols in the office, along with other civil liberties which may or may not come into play in an office setting.The guys change course a bit in the middle of the show and discuss self defense tools in a work setting, again in light of the civil liberties tone we started with.Thought provoking and typically frank and conversational as the series has become, this episode is on the shorter side of things, but is full of information many may have thought to ask but haven't had a chance, or the nerve!When it comes to God and guns, it can be a jungle out there!We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg and John speak with special guest Cole Halpin of Avitus Group IT Security. In the post COVID world many employers have arranged for their staff to work at least partially remotely. This often means IT implications as thousands migrate to home offices and are using company IT resources via remote access from home.In some cases these means access through firewalls using IT assets which the company does not control nor own. This in-and-of itself creates some risks, but there are many others.Cole delves into the these and more as John cites some rather startling statistics regarding both the dramatic increase in cyber crime during the pandemic, and the clever new tools being used.It is an episode for anyone working from home or employing those who do with an interest in protecting sensitive company data and protecting those working from home from becoming victims themselves.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

On September 17th, California Governor Gavin Newsome signed SB 1159 into law. Unlike most legislation, this law is considered "emergency legislation" and takes effect upon its signing.It creates a rebuttable presumption in cases where COVID-19 infections occur in the workplace, creating a compensable injury under current Workers' Compensation insurance policies.Join Greg and John as they discuss the nuances of this legislation and what it means to your small business if you have employees.Record keeping is a must as are reporting requirements. Join the show and learn what these are and how to protect your employees and your company from running afoul of the Governor's new rules.Many other states have similar legislation or have considered putting similar plans in place. John will share his research on this with the audience as well.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join host Greg Heiss along with John McFarland, SHRM-CP and Kaiser Permanente's very own Rudy Hernandez as the guys discuss some mental health considerations for owners, managers and supervisors in todays post COVID-19 (wishful thinking perhaps) world.We will discuss things to watch for, accommodations that can be made, both proactively and reactively with your workforce. There are things which can be done at little of no cost to assure the stresses of our new normal are mitigated as much as possible. It can be a challenge for sure. We are seeing shattered workplaces, where nothing seems to be normal anymore. Some colleagues are gone, some work from home. Some may even have been affected by COVID directly. Moreover, the situation is ever changing as we learn more about the pandemic. This only adds complexity to the situation.While it seems as though there might be no end in sight, Rudy assures us, that there most certainly will be, even if it is a ways off. His behavioral health background allows him to offer novel ideas, tips and tricks, and more importantly, a kind and caring heart.Grab your pods, a chair and a cup of joe, and join us for this enlightening episode. You’ll be glad you did.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

This will be a bit of a follow-up show from last time. We had to juggle a little to make it happen this way, and this resulted in a bit of a late publish date. Sorry about that! It makes sense though, and we hope you will agree.Greg and John are joined today by a young professional mom, who's unwittingly been forced into what many describe as the "Laptop Class". Like many others, juggling life at the home office with two small children and a now non-existent child-care option presents some interesting challenges. Megan Eskew, Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager with RaboAgriFinance joins by phone from her office in California. She serves the financing needs of numerous agricultural business across the state.Megan shares some thoughts on what is great about the situation and what is not so great. She share some ideas with us regarding how employers might take the lead and proactively engage.John shares some fascinating statistics gathered on perceptions and realities regarding remote workers, both from a management and employee perspective. They are truly eye-opening. Join in and find out what learned, both from our own research and from a real world working professional who is living it.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comThe views expressed by the guest are her own and are not necessarily those of RaboAgriFinance, WorklogicHR, Vensure Employer Services or affiliates.The guest is the daughter of the Host.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

After what seems like an eternity, the podcast is back! And we're doing the show fully remotely, so you may notice some tonal differences but overall, I think things are going to work out OK. On behalf of all of us at WorklogicHR we hope things are going as well as they can be be for you and extend our thanks for coming back to the show.Speaking of remotely.... our guest today is Robin Paggi, WorklogicHR corporate trainer extraordinaire. Join in and have a listen to her suggestions around keeping your remote team engaged, productive and happy."New normal" is something we are hearing more and more and it got us thinking about how remote workforces (when possible) have really become just that. We explore this new normal with Robin and touch on a number of things to consider when managing remote employees in the COVID-19 world we find ourselves dealing with.Commitment, team-work, motivation, and communication are just a few of the things we'll delve into. We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

There is much to be said, (and heard) about the differences in compensation between the sexes. So much so, that there has been legislation written and passed into law to mitigate it. And let us not forget about the political nature of the topic which sometimes provides opportunity for ideological bias to enter the discussion. So what do we really know about this gender pay gap? Pull up a peg and join in to find out. Host Greg Heiss cites numerous studies and mines data to drill down a bit on the controversy. What he found was surprising. Besides revealing what a nerd he is about numbers, they actually reveal some unexpected findings. Ever the contrarian, Joseph pipes in and offers some counterpoints. John adds his perspective and considerable knowledge in HR as an experienced and certified HR Pro.The links below are helpful.https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/equalcompensation.cfmhttps://iwpr.org/issue/employment-education-economic-change/pay-equity-discrimination/https://www.epi.org/publication/what-is-the-gender-pay-gap-and-is-it-real/We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comAll the Best!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

First – Our most sincere, heartfelt sympathies to those communities directly impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. Out of respect, following this episode, the HoRizon Podcast Team with be taking a pause from production until the situation has become better understood and contained. We appreciate your understanding and continued support, we will be back!That said, the office is being inundated with HR related questions about what to do and just as importantly what not to do in this unprecedented situation, so John McFarland, SHRM-CP will field a few of those from Greg. Things are still morphing, so the list is likely to grow, and naturally we cannot cover every HR scenario in this setting.During the show, information resources are mentioned multiple times and those links are provided below for your use. We touch on some related topics such as leaves of absence, and Doctor notes in other shows, so check the show history for them if this interests you.Until then be safe, be gentle, be kind. We are all in this together and we will all get through it together.https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.htmlhttps://edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htmhttps://www.foley.com/en/insights/publications/2020/03/coronavirus-faqs-for-employershttps://www.littler.com/publication-press/publication/coronavirus-covid-19-employer-faqshttps://www.seyfarth.com/news-insights/coronavirus-employer-liability-issues.htmlhttps://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/benefits/pages/health-wellness-leave-benefits-help-employees-with-coronavirus.aspxhttps://www.shrm.org/ResourcesAndTools/legal-and-compliance/employment-law/Pages/coronavirus-information-and-FAQs.aspx?utm_source=market%E2%80%A6https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/Coronavirus-info.htmlhttps://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.htmhttps://www.eeoc.gov/facts/pandemic_flu.htmlE-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join Katy Raytis, Employment Attorney as she discusses a myriad of new legislation affecting employers of all sizes in 2020. Greg, Joseph and John quiz Katy in several areas - and there are a metric ton of them! The conversation moves along quickly, and Katy's effervescent personality makes the topic enjoyable.Ignorance of the Law is no defense! Being aware and furthermore, compliant with those laws is the responsibility of the employer. Katy is in studio today to remind listeners of some important laws that have taken effect in California as of January 01, 2020. Topics include but are not limited to: minimum wage changes, AB5.... the list goes on.It's a must listen and a heckuva value for anyone having employees subject to California labor and employment law. You will want to take notes for sure!Further information can be found at: www.beldenblaine.com661-864-7826We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

If you have every wondered what in the wide, wide world of sports is going on in the rapidly evolving universe of digital media, and how the existence of it affects your business (and it does whether you like it or not), this is a good place to get started. Not only that, but the importance of managing ones way through the jungle of public relations, including dealing with the subtleties of local government interactions are just the tip of the iceberg. Join the conversation and gain some valuable insights into the nebulous and utterly fascinating world of managing for success with a well planned PR strategy.Providence Strategic Consulting has grown from a single issue, single person entity to one of the most well respected firms in California. Take advantage of the opportunity to have a chat with Tracy and the guys. Her affable nature and just completely pleasant personality make the experience genuine and comfortable! Tracy and her team can be reached by calling 661-327-1697, emailing to consult@provconsult.com, by visiting the website at https://www.provconsult.com or on the major social media platforms.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Yes, it is..... Quality is indeed free. Most of us have an idea of what it is when we hear the term quality or high-quality. And it's reasonable to assume that most of us have very different ideas about what it is when the notion comes up in conversation.There is an entire professional discipline dedicated to quality. Many have heard about Six Sigma, or Statistical Process Control. Total Quality Management or TQM was all the buzz in some circles a few years ago.If your business provides a product or service and you have not considered quality and ways to improve it, this podcast is a good place to jump-in.The guys discuss quality and how to get at it. Greg is a certified Quality professional and worked many years as a quality engineer across multiple business disciplines. He shares some of his wisdom, experience and training. More episodes are planned for the future, where we get a little more weedy with respect to quality metrics, statistics and process control. The nerd factor will really come into play for those episodes!Join the guys today and find out why quality is a topic we all should be considering in our companies, and how you can get it for free too.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Today's discussion is lead by John McFarland, SHRM-CP as he shares his own experiences, both personal and professional. As a tenured HR manager, director, and now SVP of a growing HR consultancy, his insights here are worth noting.Professional and management roles held by women are often abandoned by them when family plans come into play. The stay-at-home-dad is much rarer a commodity, even when the female partner possesses a higher level of education, experience, and in many cases compensation.Join in and listen as Greg, John, and Joe dive into this matter, and present some interesting ideas. Many firms could take advantage of this highly valuable resource by looking at some alternative employment arrangements. We'll cover these and other ideas during today's show.We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

It is that time of year again. Spring is in the air, and the blossoms are all around us. In more ways than one! Relationships at the office that transcend the traditional social and professional norms are not uncommon. It can be a bit of a touchy subject none-the-less. (Tongue firmly in cheek!)In this episode, the guys sit down and hash out some guidelines regarding this phenomenon. The discussion is frank, to the point, and interesting, You'll get a laugh or two as well we suspect.Join the chat and learn some helpful tips on dealing with the issues in your workplace setting. https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Once again, join Greg, Rich, John and our very own podcast engineer, Joe Anderson as we dive into just what it takes to launch a business from an idea into a real, viable enterprise; part two. In this episode of a three part series, we'll pick up where we left off last week on Joe's Journey. Topics today include selecting and entity or organization (think S vs. C-Corp, LLC etc....) Entity selection can be predicated on a number of things such as number of owners, owner(s) liability, and tax implications to name just a few.Grab your notebook, and get ready to absorb more great information which will be ultra beneficial as you make your trek into entrepreneurship. It's not for the faint of heart!Listen in to this and then the final installment on the topic to see if you have the goods to start and operate a small business, and who knows; maybe by the end of this series, you will be on the road to success like "Joe".All the Best!We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Corporate trainer and coach, Sheri Stringer, PHR, joins Greg and the gang for another insightful episode on managing the people in an organization. This time her topic centers on the ever front-of-mind notion of work-life balance.I have never seen a tombstone which was inscribed with "I should have spent more time at the office!" The constant struggle to balance efforts to build a business or career, and build a rich and meaningful life often lie in stark contrast to one another. Or do they?Sherri offers her thoughts and ideas around finding a balance. Tips and tricks about organization, prioritization and yes, even proper delegation can lead one to a path of righting the ship so-to-speak.Covey is famous for his Seven Habits Series. One of his most meaningful quotes is, (and I'm paraphrasing) "Effective time management is not about getting more done in less time, rather it is about doing less. It is about subordinating the urgent to the important." We'll talk about this and more, as Sherri steers the conversation. We're glad you joined in!We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comAll the Best!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Whether it is a performance issue needing corrective action, or something more subtle, as leaders, having that difficult conversation is inevitable. Listen in today, as the team joins forces again with guest Sherri Stringer as we explore the topic and present real-world tips on how to make difficult conversations more palatable for all parties concerned.We'll focus on keeping things professional, leaving the "taking it personally" aspect of such conversations out among other relevant topics all of which are sure to bring some value to your workplace chats.We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Today has been named "Get to Know your Customers Day". WorklogicHR client Kelly Kemp joins the team today to discuss the WorklogicHR HoRizon process and how it has worked for him and the entire team and board of directors at R-Ranch in the Sequoias. We decided to publish this testimonial today, not because we felt like we needed another plug, but rather to have our audience meet a client and have him explain why getting to know the customer is critical to refining the product or service delivery your business offers.And this is precisely what HoRizon is all about - getting to know the owner of the business in such a way as to truly understand what is on his or her mind as it relates to the current state of the organization, and what lies ahead - the horizon (that's weird eh?) The HoRizon team is grateful to Kelly for offering to share his experiences with the HoRizon strategic development model. We hope you enjoy it as well and find it useful and helpful.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

GreenleafHR returns today, building on the conversation from podcast #8, season 1, "Lawful Cannabis Enterprises...." . JasonThomasy, VP, GreenLeafHR is back in studio with Greg and the Podcast team. Joining in with us is Jason's guest, Rick Lindsay of Seven Points Financial, a financial services company dedicated exclusively to serving this sector.Rick and his organization specialize in dealing with the nuanced world of cash management in the budding cannabis business world. He has created banking relationships and strategic alliances with a number of businesses of this type and shares his knowledge with the team today.From legacy cash, currency transaction reports, financial audits, and so on, the cash management needs of this new business sector brings numerous challenges with it. From managing both operational and reputational risk, to interstate commerce regulation, the big-box nationally chartered banks traditionally run for the hills when they hear the words "cannabis" or "medical marijuana". The reasons for this are plentiful as Rick explains during this informative session. Bringing years of experience in business banking, hedge fund management and military experience as a Navy Vet, now it's your turn to listen in as the team picks the brain of the guy who's company got this figured out.Further information can be had by sending an email to Jason at jthomasy@greenleaf-hr.com or by calling 661.695.5116. All correspondence will be handled in the strictest confidence.We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join Greg, Rich, John and our very own podcast engineer, Joe Anderson as we dive into just what it takes to launch a business from an idea into a real, viable enterprise. Joe will stand-in as a surrogate "Entrepreneur", and walk the talk for us. (And he executes a full-on command performance!)In this episode of a three part series, the guys will discuss the concept itself, overcoming mental obstacles, determining costs, and creating a meaningful preliminary business plan. What about risks? How to mitigate them. Finance? What are some options? Debt vs Equity financing - Angel investors? Crowdfunding? SBA? The options are "out there", as we like to say, and so are other resources that should be tapped.Listen in to this and subsequent podcasts on the topic and see if you have the goods to start and own a small business, and who knows, maybe by the end of this series, you will be on the road to success like "Joe" (It actually is his real name.....)All the Best!We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join the regular suspects in what was not intended to be a podcast at all. The mics were left hot after a previous session when Joe had an unrelated (to that podcast) question about when an employer can insist on a Dr. excuse before allowing an employee to return to work after an absence for illness.During this time of year, when festivities are running at higher levels, let's just say that at times, self-inflicted cases of the "flu" crop up more often than they might at other times. Keep this in mind. That being said...….Per CA law, 3 days of paid sick leave are a state mandated (not federal) benefit for all employees, regardless of status (full-time, part-time, seasonal, etc.). Beyond this legal minimum, time off accrual plans are at the employer's discretion. If an employer requires a bona fide note from a licensed physician for a single sick-day request, they may run afoul of the law. Joe chimes in about the larger issues of attendance problems in general, and company culture matters as it relates to the topic at hand. Pull up a peg and give a listen. We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques to: podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Podcast regular Leo Villanueva returns with what seems to be a recurring subject on the podcast these days: Legislative updates. As WorkogicHR's compliance manager, it is Leo who keeps us and our clients out of trouble with respect to current Federal, State and Local employment and compliance matters. Settle in, grab a coffee and your notepad as Leo, Greg and the guys go over the major labor law changes taking effect in the new year.We would love your feedback, so please feel free to leave us a note and give us your thoughts. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comFor additional information, point your web browser to:https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/whd/whd20190924https://hrwatchdog.calchamber.com/2019/10/new-2020-employment-laws/ https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/2018/12/DFEH_SexualHarassmentPamphlet.pdfhttps://www.freesexualharassmenttraining.com/ https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Do you own a Small Business? Does that business have employees? Then this is a must listen!Join Greg, Joe and John along with special guest Brad Burks of Worklogic Insurance Services. Brad and his team (you may recall a very informative podcast with guest Lina Perez from a few weeks ago) handle a myriad of insurance matters for not only WorklogicHR PEO clients, but for many others as well. With over 20 years experience in the industry, Brad's expertise in Workers' Comp is shared with our audience. The conversation is centered on upcoming changes that will affect of number of classes of businesses and employees. Brad discusses rate changes, new compensation caps, the latest happenings at the WCIRB, and many more topics. Be sure to tune in and get up to speed! 2020 is heading straight at us!We would love to have your feedback. E-mail us your suggestions, ideas, comments and critiques at podcast@worklogichr.comhttps://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Sit down with the team today and gain some useful knowledge from Neyra Thibodeau, Human Resource Manager at WorklogicHR. Neyra offers her significant experience in the world of HR Compliance to discuss the finer points surrounding progressive discipline in a workplace setting. As Neyra and the team explain, the primary purpose of deploying progressive discipline is to help both the employee and employer address and understand an identified performance shortcoming. Once done, an action plan can be put into place which will systematically address the matter at hand. Neyra will discuss this process, how best to implement it, and ways in which to avoid unintended consequences while obtaining the results needed.Join Greg and the team in a conversation about how to get the best results from progressive discipline and get your staff back on track and making progress for your company.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Human Resource compliance is a business critical topic in today's highly regulated and litigious environment. Being aware of constantly changing labor law is critical to ongoing business success. Being compliant with those laws is the responsibility of the employer, and is most generally delegated to the HR department. If you operate a small business today, having the luxury of an internal HR department may not be a resource to which you can turn.Get a primer with today's Podcast, as Greg is joined with the usual suspects, Joe and John, and special guest Leo Villaneuva, HR Compliance Manager as we discuss the topic at large, and discuss ways which smaller employers can stay abreast and out of court.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

On behalf of WorklogicHR, Vensure Employer Services and our Division Partners, we wish you a very blessed Holiday and offer our sincere thanks for being a value listener, client and strategic partner. We are thankful for each and every one of you!

Generational diversity has never been so great in American companies as it is today. Younger generations are entering the workforce in larger numbers than ever before and older workers are remaining in the workforce longer.Each generation defines itself through its experiences and this shows itself in the workplace perhaps like in no other setting. Exploit these differences in your organization by taking the time to understand them.Greg is joined by an up and coming millennial, Savanah Natividad, HR Business Partner with Vensure Employer Services. She offers her perspective and perceptions. Sherri Stringer, corporate trainer joins us once again in this episode and offers balance as a seasoned Gen-X professional. The discussion is lively, fun and informative and covers the often conflicting priorities and work-styles across the demographic.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Alternative workweek schedules provide the opportunity to schedule longer uninterrupted shifts, flexibility in managing a staggered workforce, and increased productivity. When implemented properly, an alternative workweek can provide employees with many benefits, including more flexibility, longer shifts that minimize commuting time, and more. While an employer may desire an alternative workweek schedule, the schedule must be presented to and approved by employees in any identified “work unit” with a majority vote and approval by the Labor Board. (employees covered by a CBA may be exempt from this requirement)What exactly is an alternative workweek schedule, and is it good news for employees and employers? Greg has another conversation with expert John McFarland, SHRM-CP, to answer this question and cover the potential pitfalls associated with adopting an alternative workweek schedule.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join in today as Workers' Compensation Claims Manager, Lina Perez, brings her 5 years of workers' compensation experience to a conversation with Greg and the team about a subject on every business owners' mind. We'll jump in and answer numerous questions most business owners, both fledgling and seasoned, may ask. What is this insurance and why is it needed? (and in most states, required.) What are my responsibilities as an employer? As an employee? What is an x-mod? What effect does an x-mod have on my premiums? How does the process of filing a claim work? What is a sound return-to-work and modified duty policy?These answers and many more will be found here as Lina gets out into the weeds a bit, explaining little known but essential tid-bits of the workers' comp world. It is a must listen episode. Get your earphones warmed up!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join in as the team discusses the nuances of California employment regulations regarding required rest and meal periods. Subject matter expert John McFarland, SHRM-CP, covers the myriad of requirements facing California employers and employers in other states having similar requirements. Employers have the responsibility for implementing a meal and rest policy for all hourly employees, and for making sure the provisions in it are adhered to. Failure to do so can result in fines and penalties. Reliance on internal payroll control may not provide assurance of compliance if training is not current.Grab a notepad, take some notes and get compliant!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

A small business owner’s relationship with his or her banker is an important business relationship to cultivate. Todays banking professionals are among the most valuable assets in small business owners quiver. Understanding business cash flows and balance sheets can make a business owner better, and improve the ability of that business to borrow money when the need arises. If your business finds itself in need of money to grow, carry accounts receivable, finance short term operating costs or to make capital improvements, today's business banks are often your first stop.Kym Hudson, Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager at Comerica Bank sits down with Greg and shares her 34 years of banking experience in commercial lending and relationship management to discuss today's business lending environment. https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Join the team today as regulars Joe and John have a round table with Greg to discuss the ubiquitous company parties which are common this time of year.To serve booze or not to serve? Themes? Avoiding bias and staying out of hot water are but a few of the topics covered. The team keeps it light and lively, offers common and not-so-common talking points on just how to make the upcoming holiday soirées a fun and effective means to celebrate the season and the success of your people, while keeping you out of trouble with the EEOC and others.Take some notes and get the plans made!https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Today, the team discusses the important topic of Leaves of Absence. Policy expert Nicole Cox joins Greg and the team in a conversation about what many of you may consider to be the overwhelming rules and regulations associated with administering leaves of absences and their policies.We'll discuss mandatory leaves such as those regulated by FMLA and ADA, as well as what a sound voluntary leave of absence policy looks like.Do you have to "hold" a position for a mandatory leave? What constitutes a reasonable accommodation under ADA? What types of leaves are considered mandatory under FMLA and other state and/or Federal Regulations?John, Joe and Greg keep the chat lively while Nicole provides needed gravitas. https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Jason Thomasy, VP, Greeleaf HR, joins host Greg and team today to discuss some of the issues facing the industry. As more and more states adopt policies regulating commerce in the space, challenges arise. Jason calls on his years of experience in the PEO industry and incorporates that knowledge into what has become Greenleaf HR; an exclusive PEO/ASO provider to this growing market. He shares his insights with our listeners, identifies some common pitfalls and what things can and must be done to mitigate those issues. With the cannabis industry growing and changing so quickly it can be difficult to keep up with day-to-day business operations while staying abreast of all of the moving pieces in this unique and emerging sector. The material in this podcast will definitely shed some light on many of your questions.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Greg welcomes Director Kelly Bearden and Lead Consultant Jay Thompson of CSU Bakersfield Small Business Development Center to a conversation to discuss how they utilize their valuable training services and technical assistance to the small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs at NO COST! Kelly Bearden uses his 20 plus years of experience in SBDC programs to talk about how the program can benefit those who aspire to build and run a small business. Jay Thompson brings his entrepreneurial expertise and 9 years of SBDC experience into the conversation to talk about how the SBDC program can build a plan to raise funding and develop your business from idea to concept.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

The Latino market is growing and so is its purchasing power. These realities offer businesses an avenue for growth that should not be ignored. Understanding Latino culture, family life, and heritage is important when connecting to this influential and ever-growing demographic. The Latino marketplace continues to gain influence, thus businesses would be wise to develop marketing programs which focus on establishing and showing respect and making customers feel welcome and wanted in your place of business.Rolando Barrientos, Latino Affairs Liaison, joins in on a conversation with Greg and the team to talk about his experience marketing to Latino communities and how he’s discovered that it’s not really a matter of language. By focusing your efforts on Latino cultures, business results can be beneficially impacted.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/

Staffing agencies provide short-term skilled or semi-skilled labor on a situational basis to businesses needing extra help during busy periods. For many small businesses, temporary worker demand may include filling in during vacation, or maternity leave, or to meet the demands of seasonal operations. In these situations, a staffing company can really take pressure off the business owner. Staffing agencies can also be a resource for companies who prefer a temp-to-hire arrangement, where the staffing agency takes on the risk of the new hire process allowing the business to “try before you buy.” P.K. Zander, Director of Business Development for tempServ, MidCal Labor Solutions, Inc. and Rand Employment Solutions, sits down and joins Greg in a conversation to talk about the process associated with small businesses and staffing companies working together. He explains the differences between staffing, labor contracting and recruitment, and joins Greg in a discussion about the overall labor market in several key businesses as well as staffing agency costs to the employer.https://worklogichr.com/resources/podcasts/disclaimer/