While We Were Working: Human Resources Advice and Workplace Tech Insights for The HR Practitioner Community

With the recent proliferation of cyber attacks, businesses need to act proactively to protect their data. But what is the best way to achieve this? Today, Sommer and Joey discuss why small businesses are an ideal target for ransomware attacks, how to detect them, and the action steps organizations need to take in order to protect their information. Joey and Sommer also share their views on pay tra...

We have a very special episode for you today! To recognize Women's History Month, we thought it would be fun to give Joey the day off and have an all-women hosts episode. Maria Thorpe, an HR Consultant at Jumpstart HR, joins Sommer today to discuss the new IRS guidelines for family leave under the FFCRA. You'll learn how these updates might apply to you and the importance for small businesses to b...

What is the solution for reversing the post-pandemic women's labor shortage? This week, Joey and Summer dig into the Fortune article titled 'Women are Driving the Labor Shortage, and Experts Have Identified a Crucial Solution.' They discuss where the root of the women's labor shortage stems from and whether companies are taking enough action to solve it. In this episode's 'Consultant's Corner,' Jo...

In today's social media-driven world, it's crucial for organizations to monitor their online activity proactively and empower their team members to use social media positively. So, what is the best way for small businesses to achieve this? In this week's episode of While We Were Working, Joey and Summer discuss why an organization's online reputation can make the difference between retaining or lo...

What can organizations do to improve the employee experience without neglecting regulatory obligations? In the wake of 'The Great Resignation,' organizations are starting to understand the importance of optimizing the employee experience. However, keeping the workforce engaged without creating risk for the organization can be challenging for HR teams. In today's episode, Joey and Sommer discuss wh...

After two years of being in a pandemic, burnout hits everybody in different ways, shapes and forms. Burnout affects not only your efficiency at work but your physical and mental health. So, what can we do to avoid it? Today, we're joined by a special guest: Devin Fruzyna, a part of our team, to discuss how to prevent and combat burnout from personal and professional perspectives. From the personal...

Are job applications still relevant? In the digital age, many small business owners consider job applications a thing of the past and rely on job board submissions or resumes instead. However, doing away with job applications can negatively impact your business, and in this episode, Joey and Sommer explore why. Tune in to learn the importance of job applications and the benefits of using them as a...

On this episode: Joey and Sommer give you HR updates for 2022 and tell you why searching Google might land your business in the hot seat. In While We Were Working, they discuss new HR laws which include new non-disclosure agreement and leave law. Consultant's Corner is full of interesting Google searches that employers are searching. High, Low, Buffalo (1:40) While We Were Working: New HR Laws You...

On this episode: Joey and Sommer dedicate an entire episode for workplace Covid-19 Q&A. In While We Were Working, they discuss the recent OHSA reversal on vaccine mandates. Consultant's Corner is full of even more Covid-19 vaccine questions you've probably been asking. High, Low, Buffalo (1:26) While We Were Working: Carhartt says vaccine mandate stays despite Supreme Court ruling (6:02) Consu...

Have you left a review for our show on Apple Podcast or Spotify yet? On this episode: Joey and Sommer help you stop cybersecurity threats from disrupting business operations. Should HR be involved in that? Absolutely! Also, we talk about why so many workers are choosing entrepreneurship over being an employee. High, Low, Buffalo (2:20) WWWW: The Rise of The Independent Workplace via Recruiting Dai...

Have you left a review for our show on Apple Podcast or Spotify yet? On this episode: Joey and Sommer give advice on how to fire gracefully. They also take time to discuss the specifics on how to categorize your workers in your business and, more importantly, how to not get fined for filing someone wrongly. This podcast is part 2 on classifying your employees correctly and we discuss exempt vs non...

On this episode: Joey and Sommer talk about how the HR field has seen a significant increase in technology spending. They also take time to discuss the specifics on how to categorize your workers in your business and, more importantly, how to not get fined for filing someone wrongly. This podcast is part 1 on classifying your employees correctly as 1099 or W-2, so come back next week to hear more...

On this episode: Joey and Sommer tackle some provisions that employers should know about before the end of the year and also take time to talk about the causes of employee burnout. As the last episode of 2021, all of us in the Jumpstart-HR family would like to wish you a happy New Year!! - High, Low, Buffalo (1:30) - WWWW: 5 'common-sense' pandemic provisions workers lose at year's end (5:00) - Co...

On this episode: - High, Low, Buffalo (3:30) - WWWW: 8 Tips To Create Company Culture (8:00) - Consultant's corner: Whose Afraid Of The Big Bad Boss? (25:00) Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC

On this episode: - High, Low, Buffalo (30 sceonds) - WWWW: Is The Cover Letter Dead? What Is The Purpose Of A Cover Letter? (14:55) - Consultant's corner: Should I Join The Great Resignation Or Not (28:50) Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC

On this episode: - High, Low, Buffalo - While We Were Working: Should Companies Have In Person Gatherings? A.K.A. Holiday Parties, Return To Office Parties, Etc. - Consultant’s Corner: “My Employee Doesn't Have PTO And Wants Time Off...What Should I Do?” Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC

On this episode: - High, Low, Buffalo - While We Were Working: Employers Use Benefits and Perks to Counter Great Resignation - Consultant’s Corner: “If an employee moves out of state, should we adjust their salary based on the location?” Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC

On this episode: - High, Low, Buffalo - Should Cameras Be A Requirement on Zoom Calls? - My Boss Makes Me Uncomfortable... What Should I Do? Hosts: Joey Price and Sommer Ketron This show is powered by Jumpstart:HR, LLC