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<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59375 avia-img-lazy-loading-59375 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="Image of HR Wheel of Services emphasizing Benefits and Compensation Services from Clark Schaefer Strategic HR" srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Benefits-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

How Can We Address Pay Compression?

Last Updated March 1st, 2024
in Benefits & Compensation

HR Question: To remain competitive in the marketplace, our company’s upper management decided to raise our minimum rate of pay. Unfortunately, HR was not included in this decision that has now led to salary compression and angry seasoned workers. How do you recommend for our human resources team to handle this? HR Answer: This is […]

HR Wheel for Recruitment Services from Clark Schaefer Strategic HR.

<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59380 avia-img-lazy-loading-59380 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="HR Wheel for Recruitment Services from Clark Schaefer Strategic HR." srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

What Features Should I Consider in a New Applicant Tracking System?

Last Updated March 1st, 2024
in Recruitment

HR Question: My company is considering purchasing an Applicant Tracking System to help organize and bolster our recruitment process. There are so many options out there in the market! What Applicant Tracking System features should we keep in mind as we go through our search? HR Answer: As we roll into 2021, companies are beginning […]

Image of Strategic HR Wheel of Services highlighting Communications

<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59376 avia-img-lazy-loading-59376 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="Image of Strategic HR Wheel of Services highlighting Communications" srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

How Can I Prevent Tension Between My Remote Team and On-Site Team?

Last Updated March 1st, 2024
in Communications

HR Question: Due to COVID-19, some of my team members are able to work from home. However, I have other team members that I need to be present in the office. This has understandably caused some frustration for those that need to be on-site, as they may feel that the situation is unfair. How can […]

Image of Strategic HR Wheel of Services highlighting Communications

<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59376 avia-img-lazy-loading-59376 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="Image of Strategic HR Wheel of Services highlighting Communications" srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Communications-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

Creating a Communication Plan

Last Updated March 1st, 2024
in Communications

We are getting ready to roll out a new employee handbook and I’ve been asked to create a Communication Plan. I’m not a marketer, what does such a plan entail?

HR Wheel for Recruitment Services from Clark Schaefer Strategic HR.

<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59380 avia-img-lazy-loading-59380 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="HR Wheel for Recruitment Services from Clark Schaefer Strategic HR." srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Recruitment-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

Should I Use a Pre-Screen Questionnaire For Job Applicants?

Last Updated February 28th, 2024
in Recruitment

Clark Schaefer Strategic HR's wheel of HR Services, including HR Strategy, Recruitment, Training & Development, Benefits & Compensation, Communications, Employee Relations, Recordkeeping, and Health, Safety & Security

<img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59374 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-59374 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="Clark Schaefer Strategic HR's wheel of HR Services, including HR Strategy, Recruitment, Training & Development, Benefits & Compensation, Communications, Employee Relations, Recordkeeping, and Health, Safety & Security" srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Full-Wheel-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

Can an Employee Take FMLA Leave to Care for an Adult Child?

Last Updated February 28th, 2024
in HR Compliance

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<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="450" height="450" src="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png" class="wp-image-59377 avia-img-lazy-loading-59377 attachment-square size-square wp-post-image" alt="Image of our Wheel of HR Services, with a focus on Employee Relations." srcset="https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023.png 450w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-350x350.png 350w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-80x80.png 80w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-200x200.png 200w, https://strategichrinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/WHEEL-IMAGE-Employee-Relations-Clark-Schaefer-Strategic-HR-2023-36x36.png 36w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" />

Top 3 Reasons Why New Hires Leave… And How to Turn Around Your Turnover!

Last Updated February 22nd, 2024
in Employee Relations, Recruitment

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