Fundamental HR Management Principles and Best Practices for the Small Business Owner

Purpose

To introduce new business owners and support experienced business owners with understanding foundational HR management principles and best practices

Overview

Does your business even need to be thinking about HR? Yes, if:

• You’re the one doing the hiring.
• You pay your team members for their talent and time.
• Your priorities include providing your staff with benefits and a productive work environment.
• You want to help your team develop their skills.
• Assessing and rewarding performance is part of your responsibility as a leader.

HR doesn’t have to be overwhelming—it can be the key to building a workplace where employees thrive and your business grows. This program is designed for small business owners who want to create a team that’s both skilled and also excited to stay and succeed.

You’ll discover how to:

• Craft an environment where employees feel valued and inspired.
• Set up simple yet effective HR processes.
• Create an employee handbook that reflects your mission, values, and culture.

Along the way, we’ll cover the basics of employment laws, share practical tools, and explore strategies to help you manage and grow your team with confidence. With hands-on activities and real-world examples, you’ll leave with actionable insights to make HR approachable, effective, and even fun!