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Culture by Design: 6 Ways to Improve the Employee Experience
The employee experience is as important, if not more so, than the customer experience. It directly influences how employees perceive their employer and the work environment. An employee’s level of engagement directly reflects their overall experience at work. Gallup describes engaged employees as those who are involved in, enthusiastic about, and committed to their work and the workplace. An employee who has an excellent employee experience has a higher likelihood of being an

Roberta Edwards
Oct 214 min read


Accountability: The Key to a Strong Workplace Culture
Holding employees accountable is not about being a “compliance cop”—it’s about being a culture architect. By aligning accountability with company values, leaders strengthen performance, protect profits, and create a culture where employees thrive.

Roberta Edwards
Oct 84 min read


Harnessing AI: Power Without Policy Brings Risks
Many organizations are risking issues by using AI without a solid internal plan or policy to guide its implementation. Here’s why your company needs a deliberate AI strategy supported by clear policies.

Roberta Edwards
Aug 273 min read


Paychecks Come First: Why Employers Can’t Withhold Final Paychecks to Recover Company Property
Wage and hour laws require that final wages be paid on time, regardless of whether the employee still has company property in their possession.

Roberta Edwards
Aug 192 min read


Top 7 Mistakes You’re Making on Your Form I-9s (and How to Avoid Them)
The Form I-9 is one of the most deceptively simple documents in HR, and one of the most expensive to get wrong. Even small errors can lead to costly fines and compliance headaches. Here are the top seven mistakes employers make (and how to avoid them):

Roberta Edwards
Aug 122 min read


More Than Rules: How Compliance Shapes Culture
Compliance and culture are not opposing forces. In fact, employment law compliance is one of the strongest foundations you can build for a positive, fair, and thriving workplace.

Roberta Edwards
Aug 63 min read


Regular Updates to Your Employee Handbook are Critical
Regular updates to your company employee handbook are crucial to ensure that it remains relevant.

Roberta Edwards
Aug 9, 20243 min read


Are Your Company Drivers Creating Liability Risks?
Driving is a routine part of many job responsibilities, from sales representatives visiting prospects to delivery drivers transporting...

Roberta Edwards
Jul 17, 20244 min read


HR Pros, Step into the Role of a Strategic HR Business Partner
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, the Human Resources (HR) function has undergone a significant transformation. No longer...

Roberta Edwards
Feb 1, 20242 min read


Documentation Holds the Key to Mitigating Legal Risks in HR Management
This article explores a critical aspect of human resources (HR) management within organizations that is often overlooked yet holds...

Roberta Edwards
Jul 27, 20233 min read


New Mexico Private Employers Required to Provide Paid Sick Leave Effective July 2022
The Healthy Workplaces Act (HWA) signed into law by Governor Lujan Grisham on April 8, 2021, requires all private employers to provide at...

Roberta Edwards
Apr 14, 20225 min read


How to Handle Employees Not Getting Along
At work, as with life in general, there are times when people do not get along, resulting in ongoing conflict. The causes can be...

Roberta Edwards
Jan 27, 20223 min read


Which Labor Law Posters are Required?
Information to help employers make sense of which labor law posters to post and/or provide electronically.

Roberta Edwards
Jun 18, 20214 min read


How to Create a Culture of Employee Engagement
As we move forward addressing workforce changes and challenges, employee engagement belongs in every company’s strategic plan.

Roberta Edwards
Jun 4, 20216 min read


How to Help Your Employees Reduce Stress
Managers can positively influence the well-being of team members by communicating and advocating work-life balance.

Roberta Edwards
Dec 7, 20202 min read


Do Job Descriptions Really Matter?
Second only to an employee handbook, job descriptions are the most important documents for an organization to have in place.

Roberta Edwards
Sep 16, 20204 min read


Hidden Liabilities - Is Your Company at Risk?
An HR department checkup can prevent huge headaches and save your business by addressing areas that may become future liabilities.

Roberta Edwards
Feb 25, 20203 min read


Accrued Unused Vacation Leave is Payable Compensation at Time of Employment Separation in New Mexico and More...
Keeping track of numerous employment laws and applying them correctly can be a daunting task.

Roberta Edwards
Oct 16, 20192 min read


Be Careful When Deducting from a Salaried Employee’s Pay
Must an employer pay a salaried, exempt employee for the full day, even if they only work for an hour?

Roberta Edwards
Aug 2, 20192 min read


Background Checks Without Backfires: Compliance Tips for Employers
It is critical to have written guidelines surrounding your background check process. The guidelines should outline when you will run a...

Roberta Edwards
Sep 9, 20183 min read


