In an ever-changing world of human resources, a “one size fits all” solution doesn’t really exist.

People are unpredictable. Welcome to The HR Team — 'your' HR Team.

People are unpredictable.

And the best HR solutions aren’t always the same, even for two people in the same situation. Your business is unique, as well, and so are your employees. Their skill sets, needs, wants and personalities are diverse. But how do you manage this diversity and utilize it to the benefit of the organization, while creating an environment that attracts and retains your best people, and doing it all the right way?

Don’t worry; You don’t have to walk this path all alone.

— “your” HR Team.

Luckily, you’ve taken a step in the right direction. Welcome to The HR Team

Our completely customized HR services are designed to address your company’s specific needs, implementing those initiatives that will bring you the most peace of mind as well as the greatest return on your investment. By outsourcing your human resource services to our friendly team of seasoned experts, you can free yourself from complex workforce concerns and focus on growing your business.

Just when you think you have it all figured out, things change:

You get a new client and need a deeper bench.

Should you hire a full time, part time or bring in an outside vendor?

Industry regulations change and you’re not sure if you’re compliant.

Where do you turn without raising a red flag?

Two of your employees are at odds and can’t work together.

What’s your role in keeping the peace and productivity?

Several of your top performers have recently left to work for your competitors.

Is it time to evaluate your compensation and benefits programs?

Someone once said,

“People who need people are the luckiest people in the world.”

Applying this to the business world, if you need people, it means your business is growing and that’s a good thing, right? But let’s face it — growth can also have its growing pains.

A compendium of her favorites. Volume #2

Eileen’s HR Lessons

Is HR Outsourcing right for you?

If you’d like to bring order to chaos and experience to unfamiliar terrain, the answer is, “yes!”

For over 20 years, our knowledgeable team of professionals has forged partnerships with companies in a broad range of sizes and industries. We focus on developing strategic solutions that respond to your needs and fit your company culture. When it comes to HR, we’re sure to become one of your greatest resources and right up there as one of your most trusted advisors.

HR: Fact vs. Fiction Dispelling the myths.

HR ISN'T

HR IS

Product

HR isn’t a product, such as health insurance or employee benefits. While these are important components to any business, they are only part of the equation.

Service

Our approach to HR consulting is to provide a service for and about people — for employers who want to attract and retain their best employees so their business can grow and thrive.

Social Coordinator

HR’s role is not that of a party planner or coordinator of social activities to get the team to “play nice” together.

Brand Building Resource

Our HR consultants are friendly, responsive professionals who help the company reach its goals through its people. In turn, employees become your organization’s biggest fans and brand ambassadors.

Paper Pusher

HR’s role is not that of a clerical office worker or “paper pusher” who simply moves forms around from one place to another.

Strategic Advisor

Our HR consultants are among the best and brightest and have extensive HR experience. Our clients consider us as much a strategic partner/advisor as their attorney or CPA.

Policy Police

HR’s role is not to be the gate keeper or to police policies.

Policy Advisor

Our HR consultants work with employers to develop/create appropriate policies based on several factors, involving risk and advantages, that managers are then charged with monitoring and enforcing.

Principal / Arbitrator / Therapist

HR’s role is not that of principal, arbitrator or therapist to counsel individuals.

Teacher / Coach

Our HR consultants are great listeners and are often used as a sounding board to teach/coach people with the goal of learning how to resolve their own problems.

One-Size-Fits-All

HR is not a one-size-fits all solution that you can take a crash course on, or find on the other end of an 800 number.

Tailored Resource

Our approach to HR consulting is to utilize our 20+ years in business and our team’s collective experience to provide consistent, tailored, and cost-effective outsourced professionals to respond to your ever-changing HR needs.

Testimonials

Angie is pretty incredible. Our board chair was very impressed with the support provided during our CEO search and transition. What we appreciate the most is that you would never know that she has more than one client. She is always available when we need her. She’s very helpful, especially during these organizational changes. She thinks about things for the whole picture. It’s worked out well for us because she provides expertise when we need it because we don’t need a full-time HR person but we benefit from Angie’s experience and the people of The HR Team.

We have had a wonderful first few months with your team. You are very responsive, provide crisp, clear, and concise feedback. You let us know if a schedule is different and are very proactive. You stay on top of the latest developments. You have been a great resource and I feel so much better knowing I have this relationship. I never thought I would enjoy HR conversations.

We rely on our provider heavily. She has been a great resource.

We found the HR Team several years ago and they have proven to be one of our best “hires” since starting Behavioral Framework. They’ve guided us through both the operational and strategic aspects of growing from 17 employees to 250+. They take the time to understand our company and our unique way of operating. This allows them to make individualized recommendations that fit both the law/regulations and our internal goals and culture. It’s never a cookie-cutter solution to a unique problem. I’d highly recommend them.

We hired our first employee in 2015. From there we grew quickly and needed a cost-effective and scalable solution that could primarily help us with recruitment, onboarding and general HR. I like how The HR Team is flexible and outsourced. They understand my business and they help with employee relations in a fair and equitable way. I view them as an extension of my team and I like that I have control over the expenses based on how much work I choose to outsource to them. I also appreciate the fact that when the first consultant The HR Team sent to us wasn’t the right fit, I spoke to Eileen about it and she took the feedback and set us up with a new consultant that has been with us for over 2 years (and counting!)

The HR Team has provided us guidance and a roadmap to help us move from a service-based company to a technology company. This transition has increased our company’s value, making us more competitive in the marketplace. We look to Kate as our trusted advisor. She has helped us better inspire our people by putting systems in place for giveback and recognition programs, annual reviews and for obtaining employee feedback that have all paid off in dividends.

Pinnacle has worked with The HR Team for a few years now, and they have always gone well beyond the normal customer/vendor relationship. They have become a working partner with us—always prompt in their responses and knowledgeable about HR law and compliance. When we need an immediate response to an issue, they will go out of their way to contact us back immediately to resolve our issue. We appreciate their commitment and look forward to this partnership for many years.

“The HR Team provides valuable expertise in all aspects of human resources—recruitment and hiring, policy development, and benefits administration. Their guidance in restructuring Reading Is Fundamental’s core departments and job descriptions has enabled us to become a more dynamic, forward-thinking organization.”

The HR Team has been a trusted partner for Plano-Coudon for many years now. They have helped us to document our HR processes, provide professional HR services to our employees and grow the sophistication of our HR program to match the continued growth of our company. We view the HR Team as an extension of our company and look forward to our continued relationship.

I have enjoyed working with The HR Team and especially Mariela over the years. Mariela has been the perfect partner with our company for our HR needs. My respect and admiration for her are immeasurable and I can’t imagine us without her!