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How to Manage Conflict

On 18 August 2022

It is important to train your managers on how to manage conflict! In a busy or hectic work environment, conflict is inevitable. Unfortunately, conflict between co-workers can also hinder productivity and can create a...

When to Fire an Employee

On 12 August 2022

When is it time to fire, or terminate an employee? A termination is the worst thing that can happen to an employee – and, you better have a good reason to end the employment relationship. Moreover, an HR best...

Referral Partner Highlight – Computer Up

On 4 August 2022

For close to 10 years, ECG has utilized the services of Mr. Keith Jefferies, CEO of ComputerUp. We have found Keith to be extremely knowledgeable with all information system services both with hardware and software. ...

Why is Human Resources Important?

On 21 July 2022

The minute you have an employee, proper human resources management can keep you out of trouble. Regardless of the state your business is in, there are a myriad of laws that apply to you. Your human resources...

Hospitality Industry Professionals Only

On 15 July 2022

If you are seeking Hospitality advisors, or hospitality specific providers for your IT, branding or marketing, cost reduction analysts, sales training professionals, translation services, hospitality taskforce or hotel...

Avoid Discrimination Practices During the Hiring Process

On 12 July 2022

It is illegal to discriminate against any protected category during your interview process. The Equal Employment Opportunity Laws, which include the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disability Act (ADA),...

Referral Partner Highlight – Mindful HR Consulting Services, LLC

On 6 July 2022

Meet Nicole Leier, SPHR – Owner of Mindful HR Consulting Services Graduating from St. Cloud State University (MN) with a bachelor’s degree in Management and Human Resources, Nicole Leier has spent her career in...

Happy 4th of July~

On 1 July 2022

Wishing everyone a fun and safe 4th of July Holiday weekend! Here are a few safety tips from FEMA: BBQ’ing Use your grill well away from your home and deck railings, and out from under branches or overhangs....

Employee Integrity Hotline

On 21 June 2022

ECG offers a toll free “HR Integrity Hotline”. Employees are able to contact our office directly to share any employee relations issue they may have. We listen empathetically and document what the employee tells...

Mileage Reimbursement Increase – Effective July 1, 2022

On 13 June 2022

As adopted by the IRS and announced by HR Watchdog please note that the mileage reimbursement amount will increase as of July 1, 2022…. Here is their announcement: “On June 9, 2022, the Internal Revenue Service...