When You're Also the "HR Department"
Are you finding yourself managing human capital? Your company is growing and issues like hiring and employee development are now on your plate. Through CEO coaching, we'll help you create a professional employee handbook.
Download Free Hiring GuideWhy HR Causes You Stress
Human resources is an area that seems to cause most business owners the most stress. Unfortunately, without an HR department, HR issues become your responsibility as the business owner.
If you're like most owners I work with in CEO coaching, human resources and dealing with employee issues are the part of their business they dread the most.
My number one recommendation to all business owners in CEO coaching is to invest time and effort in creating what I believe should be your most essential document: The Employee Handbook.
Why You Need an Employee Handbook
An employee handbook is the foundation of your HR plan, as it works to clarify your business policies and procedures, as well as communicate all your expectations to all employees.
An employee handbook will also serve as protection for your business in case of internal disputes. While the content in the manual can be as complex or simple as you like, I've found that there are some general guidelines you'll need to follow to create an effective handbook for your employees.
Essential Components of Your Employee Handbook
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Since HR policies can be complicated and disorganized, it's important that your handbook is created as comprehensively as possible. Through CEO coaching, we'll teach you to build a professional handbook.
Explanation of the handbook's purpose and a clear statement on equal opportunities for all employees regardless of background, gender, or age.
The onboarding process, probationary period expectations, and initial training every new employee should complete.
Overview of policies to prevent harassment and discrimination in the workplace and the reporting process.
Defining open communication between employees and business owners for problem solving and continuous improvement.
Information sensitivity guidelines, approval processes, and what can and cannot be shared outside the company.
Clear rules for using technology and social media during work hours and on behalf of the company.
Definition of working hours, flexibility, remote work options, and attendance reporting.
Clear policy regarding prohibited substance use in the workplace and consequences of violations.
Expectations for external appearance and appropriate attire for the work environment.
Process for returning company property and private information upon termination of employment.
Timekeeping and Payroll
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Read More →Summary - CEO Coaching & The Importance of Your Employee Handbook
Creating your employee handbook can be critical for your employees to fully understand your business policies and employment terms. This is one of the key topics we teach in CEO coaching.
I recommend having your employees acknowledge and sign the handbook after reading it, and store the signatures and handbook for future reference.
Putting together an effective employee handbook may seem daunting, but it's necessary to outline and communicate all required policies to your employees. Through executive coaching, we'll guide you through the process.
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