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We make people operations simple, strategic, and deeply human.
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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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.