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Each article delivers practical insights, leadership tools, and real-world HR wisdom from our CEO, Kerri M. Roberts - helping you lead your team with clarity and confidence.
Whether you’re hiring your first employee or scaling a growing company, you’ll find step-by-step guidance designed to help you push the HR Easy Button and build systems that last.
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Holiday and Year-End Bonuses
As HR consultants, we frequently work with business owners who want to reward their employees during the holiday season or at year-end but aren’t sure where to begin. Holiday and year-end bonuses are an excellent way to show appreciation, boost morale, and strengthen company culture. However, they also come with important strategic and financial considerations that require careful planning to ensure they align with the company’s goals and budget.
2025 Compensation Strategy: Why Pay Increases Matter More Than Ever
In 2025, competitive pay and advancement opportunities are top retention drivers. Discover why pay increases matter more than ever - and how HR in a Box helps employers build compensation strategies that work.