144. Creating Proactive Policies for Employment, Legal Matters, and HR

Creating policies for employment issues is a critical step for any business owner. I can't stress enough how crucial it is to have policies in writing that your employees sign off on. We'll talk about the importance of establishing clear policies and procedures ahead of time to save you from confusion and potential legal troubles down the road.

But that's not all – we'll also explore legal policies for small businesses. This includes vital topics like paid time off, expense management, and data protection. I'll walk you through the importance of having policies in place in advance to protect both your company and your employees.

Plus, you'll learn about the ins and outs of creating a travel and expense policy that keeps everyone on the same page. We'll delve into best practices for business travel, cell phone and internet reimbursements, remote work, and even the occasional office dog. We'll also touch on paid parental leave policies and other HR essentials that will make your life a whole lot easier!

Trust me; it's essential to have clear guidelines in place for ALL of these scenarios to maintain a harmonious and efficient workplace. Tune in to get all of the details!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:05] Leadership, management, and entrepreneurship

[1:50] Creating policies for employment issues

[5:35] Legal policies for small businesses, including paid time off and expense management

[9:55] Creating policies for business travel, cell phone and internet reimbursements, remote work, and more

[14:00] HR policies for small businesses

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