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Why Growing Businesses Deserve Better Than “Figure It Out As We Go”
Small teams grow fast and that growth often leads to confusion, conflict, and compliance gaps. In this post, discover how one nonprofit turned chaos into clarity with Salt & Light’s help, and how you can do the same with just-in-time HR support through HR in a Box.
Unlocking Growth: Why Small Businesses Can’t Afford to Ignore Fractional HR Executives
Hiring a full time HR leader is costly, but skipping strategy is riskier. This article explores why fractional HR executives are the smart, scalable solution for small businesses and how Salt & Light Advisors is leading the way with bold, modern HR partnerships.
From Overwhelmed to Confident
When a nonprofit Executive Director realized that outsourced HR and patchwork solutions weren’t cutting it, she turned to Salt & Light Advisors for something deeper. Clarity, strategy, and true partnership. What followed was a transformational shift: optimized systems, data-backed compensation insight, and renewed confidence in leadership. This is what fractional HR done right can look like.
You Don’t Need to Overhaul Everything
You don’t need to overhaul your business. Just fix one thing really well.
Whether it’s compensation, hiring, or performance, our Essentials Projects give you clear, strategic HR support without the complexity. One issue, one solution, real momentum.
Let’s get one thing off your plate, starting today.
How Fractional HR Transformed a Small Business
Struggling to manage it all as a small business owner? Discover how we helped a construction CEO define roles, streamline tasks, and hire the right support to take his business to the next level.
When Should You Hire a Full-Time HR Professional?
Should your organization hire a full-time HR person—or wait? This blog breaks down national HR staffing ratios, common mistakes to avoid, and what to consider before making your first HR hire. Bonus: Learn how to set realistic expectations for hybrid roles and early-stage HR professionals.
Are You Classifying Your Employees Correctly?
Do you know if your employees are correctly classified as exempt or non-exempt? Misclassification can cost your business big—through fines, lawsuits, and reputational damage. In this blog, we unpack the Department of Labor’s rules, walk through the FLSA three-prong test, and highlight how your business can stay compliant and protect your bottom line.