Episode 132

132. HR Essentials for Small Business Owners: Employee Handbooks

In this episode, we're tackling a vital topic for small businesses – Employee Handbooks. We'll explore why employee handbooks are a must-have. and uncover common handbook mistakes and the importance of aligning them with your company's culture.

Next, we'll dive into creating a comprehensive handbook. Learn how it can serve as a self-serve resource for your team, covering everything from policies and procedures to company history and mission statements. We'll even discuss policies for remote work, communication, and compensation.

Finally, we'll tackle employee compensation and performance management policies, making those conversations a breeze. By the end of this episode, you'll be armed with the knowledge to create an effective handbook that sets expectations, fosters a strong company culture, and protects your business. Tune in now!


What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:00] Employee handbooks for small businesses.

[2:15] Creating a comprehensive employee handbook.

[7:40] Creating an employee handbook for a diverse workforce.

[12:15] Creating an employee handbook and policies.

[16:50] Creating policies for employee compensation and performance management.


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112. Mastering Remote Work and Culture with Graeme Barlow

116. Creating a Refreshing Company Culture from the Start with Greta Schmid


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Jackie Koch

Hey, I’m Jackie Koch. I have over 15 years of experience prospecting talent and building teams for Fortune 500 companies, startups and small businesses in all types of industries.  Technically, I have an MBA from Concordia University, although I’d argue I learned more about growing and scaling a modern business over the last 5 years in the LA tech start up scene. There I built out recruiting and People Operations teams for high growth tech start ups. I love entrepreneurs and being one at heart, I started my own business during the pandemic. I’m the founder and CEO of People Principles where I help founders scale through fractional recruiting and people operations services.