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www.hrstrategygroup.comApril 2011

Providing Human Resource Solutions at the Speed of YOUR Business! 
 

 
Greetings!   
Many of us set out goals for our businesses each year... but how many specify improving your HR systems and/or workforce in 2011?  Pay attention to the growth of your company's #1 asset - PEOPLE - it will have huge returns-on-investment for your organization.

At HR Strategy Group, LLC, we provide YOU with resources and information to improve your company.  This month we are focusing on the importance of a simple and powerful tool in your company - the humble job description! It will help you clarify expectations, train your employees, and maintain accountability.  Read below for more information! 


Additionally this month, we learn about another powerful tool:  Total Compensation - How much are your employees really costing you in your business?  We feature an article written by Amy Bradbury of Mosaic Business Solutions, on the TOTAL cost of your employees.

Please let us know how we can help you grow your business through HR advisory services.  We are YOUR on-call HR advisor and we are honored to serve you. 

To Your Growing Business!  
  Amy
Amy Polefrone, President
HR Strategy Group, LLC
[email protected]
410-505-8723
In This Issue
Job Descriptions: A Strong Foundation For Your Business

A Special Invitation - Health Care Reform Panel Discussion

Payroll Spotlight: How Much Do Your Employees Really Cost?

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Job Descriptions:  A Strong Foundation For Your Business 
Amy Polefrone, MPA, SPHR
HR Strategy Group, LLC

Remember the tale of the "Three Little Pigs"?  The trio of brothers each went off to build his own house.  Brother #1 built his house quickly out of straw because he was more interested in playing and the result was an unsteady home.  Brother #2 built his house of out of wood and while it took a bit more time than his first brother, his house was only slightly less wobbly and went off join his brother I goofing off.   The third brother, investing significant time and labor, built his house out of brick so that it would be sturdy and lasting. We all know what happened - the big bad wolf blew the two rickety houses down, but could not blow down the Brother #3's brick house.  

 

Let's apply this analogy to your business and how you employ people to work within your organization.   

 

Read more . . . .

 

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A Special Invitation - Health Care Reform Panel
 

We are pleased to announce a Panel Discussion presented by Entrepreneur's Exchange and Innovative Insurance Solutions featuring an update from Maryland Senator John Astle:

Find Out What Health Care Reform Means to Your Small Business

It is being held on April 26th 8:30 - 10:00 am at the Country Inn & Suites on Housely Rd. in Annapolis, Maryland  For further information and to register, please click here.                                                      

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Sponsored by Innovative Insurance Solutions

Entrepreneur's Exchange - April Events


As a board member of Entrepreneur's Exchange, I have developed many solid business and personal relationships through this incredible business and professional development organization!  If you would like to expand your  networking circle, please consider joining me at one of the events below:

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April 18th Evening Mixer - April's Connections & Conversations sponsored by

HR Strategy Group, LLC - 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Chop House Restaurant in Annapolis Towne Center


 

Joint Chambers Breakfast - for businesses and Chamber members in Anne Arundel County on   April 28th, 7:30 - 9:30 am at Hella's Restaurant on Veteran's Highway in Millersville.

For  further information about these events, to register for them, or to learn more about Entrepreneur's Exchange, please go to their website at www.eebiz.org  .  

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Payroll Spotlight:  How Much Do Your Employees Really Cost?
Amy Bradbury, Mosaic  Business Solutions
Guest Columnist

 

Employees can be the largest expense to a business; they are the lifeblood to your business.  You probably couldn't run your business without them.  But, if you aren't managing their true costs, they can drive you out of business FAST!

Here is an example business - his situation is certainly not unique!

John Smith owns a small painting business.  He has 8 employees (6 of them hourly, and 2 salaried team leaders).  John is very careful when estimating his jobs, careful to include the costs of all the supplies he will need for his job, the time it will take to paint the rooms and even some profit for himself!  Every month, when he reviews his Profit & Loss report, there's just enough profit from his jobs left over to cover his office rent - but forget anything extra, especially a payroll check for John!  John's a typical small business owner - working harder and harder each day, but earning less and less.  He's running out of time.  Without some drastic changes, his business will have to close, his employees will lose their jobs, and he will be left with nothing to show for all of the long hours and hard work he had devoted to his business. 

Read More . . . .

 

Amy Bradbury founded Mosaic Business Solutions to bring business owners 'piece' of mind.  She works with companies across the country, helping them streamline their accounting through her bookkeeping, QuickBooks consulting and payroll services.  You can reach Amy at 301.464.2665 or [email protected] .

About Us

HR Strategy Group, LLC provides management and HR advice to small and mid-size companies.   HR Strategy Group, LLC is led by Amy Polefrone, MPA, SPHR, an experienced leader in management and human resources consulting.   

 

Our expertise includes helping clients with day-to-day HR issues, hiring & termination issues, employment law, non-compete agreements, family leave policies, employment handbooks, performance reviews, HR record audits, workplace initiatives, interviewing guidelines, and employee & corporate communications, including Constant Contact email communications. 

We can help you grow your business with sound and smart attention to the people and issues that drive your growth. 

We are passionate about helping you grow the people side of your business. How can we help you today?  Call us at 410-505-8723 or email [email protected] to get started TODAY! 

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