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The HR Guy on Torsion Talk
20 December 2022
The H.R. Guy discusses onboarding, company culture, and more!
The Big Picture Consulting is known for working with the Trades, especially Heating & Cooling, Plumbers, and Electricians.
But there are many, many other residential contractors who face the same challenges these industries face, and who just don't fit the mold for standard HR consulting companies. Think company truck policies, concerns with how employees represent the brand in customers' homes, hazardous materials handling, and other topics that don't quite
fall into the Construction category, but certainly don't fit the standard office environment.
The Big Picture Consulting works with clients across a broad range of residential contracting categories, including Landscaping, Carpet Cleaning, Window Screens, Chimney Service, Pest Control, Swimming Pool Servicing, and Garage Doors. While the details vary by industry, state, size, and company preferences, the needs and policies across these industries are often very similar.
It's our work with Garage Door companies that connected Ian "The H.R. Guy" to the Torsion Talk Podcast Network, which is designed to educate and motivate the amazing people in the garage door industry.
Here's a replay
of Ian's discussion with Ryan and Tamara on onboarding do's and don'ts, company culture, systems and processes, exit interviews, and severance packages. This information is useful beyond just residential services companies - it's a must-listen for anyone trying to run their business.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives have been all the rage across the government and the business world. President Trump has signaled a step back from this. Here's why the H.R. Guy doesn't think this is as dramatic a backswing as the media wants you to believe.
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Deducting money from employee paychecks is a given (taxes, anyone?). But there are legal nuances, especially when it comes to loan repayments and final paycheck deductions. Here are a few tips to keep you out of trouble.
Team morale and overall performance is driven in part by how you acknowledge team wins. Here are some tips on big (and small) ways to celebrate achievements.
Believe it or not, the intent of HR isn't to make your life harder! While both business owners and employees may think HR is out to get them, there's a legitimate purpose to the role and done correctly, HR can significantly help your organization.
HR processes for the Trades - the H.R. Guy talks about the main things companies need to know about HR to avoid lawsuits and keep your hard-earned revenue!
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