Embracing Skills-Based Hiring: A Game-Changer for HR
The growing skills gap is reshaping how HR approaches hiring, with a shift toward skills-based assessments over traditional degrees. By 2030, 44% of core skills are expected to change, making adaptability key. (Source) Small businesses can thrive by embracing this...
Celebrate National Wellness Month with 3 Unusual Health Tips!
August is National Wellness Month, a perfect time for us to prioritize employee health and boost morale. Here are 3 health tips that are on the quirkier side to inspire wellness in the body, mind, and spirit! Wear Blue Glasses Prolonged screen time can strain the eyes...
Stay Compliant, Stress Less: HR Regulations for Small Businesses
Running a small business is always an adventure, but HR compliance can feel like a maze! Don’t worry—mastering key regulations keeps your team thriving and penalties at bay. Let’s take a look at some of the big ones you should know! Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)...
Securing the Remote Work Vibe: Tips to Reduce Your Risk
Cybersecurity in the Age of Remote Work At Exectras, our team thrives on the flexibility and work-life balance remote work offers! It sparks productivity and draws top talent, but let’s be real, data breaches can crash the party, with human error contributing to 95%...
Scaling Your Business: Lessons from Successful Entrepreneurs
Scaling a small business requires a strategic approach, resilience, and adaptability. We've rounded up some successful entrepreneurs who offer some tips on navigating this journey effectively. Focus on Systems “You don’t build a business, you build systems, and the...
Equipping HR: Using ADKAR to Support Overwhelmed Managers
The Role of HR Managers in Leadership Development HR managers are pivotal in developing resilient leaders, yet 75% report that managers are overwhelmed (Source). One key factor contributing to this overwhelm is the challenge of navigating rapid workplace changes, such...
The Power of Community: How Associations Strengthen Small Businesses
Associations play a vital role in empowering small businesses by fostering community, collaboration, and access to shared resources. For entrepreneurs navigating competitive markets and growth-oriented small businesses, associations are networks that provide...
Understanding Risk Management: Strategies for Small Businesses
The board game Risk might be fun for some of us to play, but real-life risk management keeps most of us plenty busy! If you own a small business, it is crucial to ensure stability and growth by addressing financial, operational, employee, cybersecurity, and compliance...
The Role of Employee Benefits in Building a Loyal Small Business Team
The Role of Employee Benefits in Building a Loyal Small Business Team Employee benefits are pivotal for fostering loyalty in small businesses, where every team member’s contribution is critical. Thoughtful benefits signal to employees that their well-being is a...
Exectras Quarter Two Highlights: What’s New with the Team
April April was an exciting month as we kicked off a new Referral Partnership Agreement with Billy Sherman at CKMB Enterprises and had a great time attending ETA in Las Vegas! May May brought great news with the formation of new referral partnerships with Imagine It...