Who said starting a small business was easy? When it comes to human resources and small business, the role and value of human resources is often questioned. Over the past 10 years, the role of HR has been evolving beyond just hiring and firing. Many CEO’s feel hiring and firing is simple, so why have the added cost of engaging a Human Resources Professional?
Today’s HR is very complex and time consuming. HR professional’s wear many hats and need to have expertise in employment law, human rights, health and safety, behavior and culture, compensation, benefits, and recruiting to name a few.
Efficiency and Knowledge
The do-it-yourself approach often leads small business owners into legal trouble with the lack of necessary HR knowledge, legal updates, and people-related requirements. When partnering with a HR professional, you will receive appropriate guidance on important legislative updates such as wage increases, overtime compliance, health and safety, employment agreements, and mandatory leaves.
Scalability
No matter what the size of your organization, continual investment in your staff via culture development and growth opportunities is key to being competitive and staying ahead of the competition are key. An HR professional can provide key consultation and assist in attaining, retaining, and developing your staff. By investing in HR you are telling your staff that they are important and you will make sure they have the resources they need to achieve the necessary goals to move forward together.
Bottom line, if you want a successful and profitable business in the long run, there comes a time when your management-related tasks should be handed off to a knowledgeable and talented HR professional. Ensuring the necessary human resources support is important for all businesses; it will guarantee your best assets are well taken care of, and it is a step towards building success. If you were facing a legal challenge you would call a lawyer. Why take the chance with do-it-yourself HR? Make the investment and call today.
