HR for Start-Ups: An Investment in Your NEW Business!
Starting a business is a bit like raising a child. You are there for the much-anticipated launch day. You agonize over every little operational detail. You lose sleep wondering if you really should have hit send on that scary email. You are filled with vision, passion, and commitment to make things happen no matter what obstacles come your way, and of course, your hard work pays off. Your start-up begins to grow, and you are ready to hire your first employees. Involving other people in your start-up or small business is a big deal. You do not want to invite just anyone in, because one bad apple in a small team of otherwise dedicated employees can quickly throw your hard-won positive company culture into a downward spiral. While resources are tight and profit margins are slim to none, investing in human resources may not be on your radar. You might tell yourself you just can not afford the expense. However, we would argue that investing in Human Resources will pay for itself time and again.
Here are 3 reasons why:
1. Your start-up's success depends on the talent you recruit
If you've ever played on a sports team, you've probably heard the phrase, "We're only as strong as our weakest player." The same is true for your business. As your small business begins to grow, you want to make sure you have the right people on your team to turn your vision into reality. Human Resources Consulting Services can help you perfect your recruitment and onboarding process to ensure you're hiring people who will get the job done.
2. Clear policies reduce organizational risk
Building your employee dream team is a two-way commitment. In order to keep morale and productivity sky-high, your employees need to know that you value them. This requires you to have clear policies, so they never have to wonder what is expected. One way to communicate policies and benefits of employment to your team is through an employee handbook. Writing one can be a daunting task if you're starting from scratch, but don't worry. You can outsource it. When your employees know exactly what is expected of them and more about your company culture, you can expect a lot less turnover and a lot less money spent on training new talent.
3. Avoid messy legal battles
Laws change all the time, and it can be hard to keep up. Let's face it, you have more important things to think about anyway. When you hire a professional to perform an HR audit, you can be assured that all of your policies, procedures, and practices are up to date with current legal standards. This is an area where you need to be proactive, rather than reactive. Your schedule, budget, and spotless reputation will thank you later.
So... are you convinced?
Learn more about the HR services your growing business needs here. We are here to help you focus on your start-up's true asset... the PEOPLE!
Set up a free consultation or contact us today to learn more about how a partnership with The HR DOC would benefit your business.
