Blog - Your HR

16Jan

HR in 2026: What Small Business Owners Can’t Afford to Ignore

Every year, there are predictions about the future of work. Most are written for large companies with deep HR teams, legal departments, and the luxury of experimenting before acting. That’s…

02Dec

by Paul Sackett

Consultation

When AI Isn’t Enough: A Story Every Small Business Owner Should Hear

A few weeks ago, a small business owner I know, we’ll call him Mark, sent me a message that sounded equally proud and relieved. “Paul, I finally did it. I…

15Nov

by Paul Sackett

Consultation

Forecasting 2026: Wage Increase Trends and What Businesses Need to Know

As business owners look ahead to 2026, one question keeps coming up in boardrooms, planning meetings, and year-end budget sessions: How much will we need to increase wages next year?…

13Jan

by Paul Sackett

Leadership

Navigating Workplace Investigations: A Guide for Small Business Owners

In the dynamic environment of small businesses, challenges such as employee disputes, allegations of misconduct, or policy violations are inevitable. Addressing these issues promptly and effectively is crucial to maintaining…

20Dec

by Paul Sackett

Consultation

Navigating New Employment Laws in 2025: A Guide for Missouri and Kansas Small Businesses

As 2025 begins, small business owners in Missouri and Kansas face a familiar challenge: staying compliant with ever-changing employment laws. Federal updates and state-specific regulations in Kansas and Missouri demand…

20Nov

by Paul Sackett

Uncategorized

Workforce Planning: Preparing for 2025

As we approach the start of the fourth quarter, it's the perfect time for businesses to reassess their workforce strategies for the year ahead. The final months of the year…

20Oct

by Paul Sackett

Consultation

Forecasting 2025: Wage Increase Trends and What Businesses Need to Know

Wage Increases by Industry As companies prepare for 2025, wage increases are expected to vary significantly across different industries. Notably, sectors like engineering, science, and healthcare are planning for more…

01Aug

by Paul Sackett

Leadership

Developing Emotional Intelligence: A Journey to Better Team Dynamics

As an HR professional, I often find myself in the position of guiding managers through the complexities of team dynamics. One recurring theme that arises is the challenge of dealing…

Mastering the art of asking good questions

29Jul

by Paul Sackett

Leadership

Guiding Leaders to Listen: The Art of Asking Good Questions

A few weeks ago, I had a moment that struck me as both pivotal and reflective of a broader truth about the dynamics within organizations. A business colleague approached me,…

Paul Sackett

With 30 years of experience in HR, my career began in an unexpected place—sales. Armed with a degree in Public Relations, I spent my early years in Advertising Sales, working across radio and newspapers. My journey took a pivotal turn during a sales training program, where I was introduced to the world of HR. Though unfamiliar with it at the time, I quickly found my calling and have been passionate about the field ever since.

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