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How to Succeed as an HR Department of One

Human resources (HR) is a department within an organization that implements strategies within the business to attract and retain key talent, who manages and mitigates risk for long-term success, and improves organizational performance through successful performance management programs throughout the entire life cycle of the employee. They may implement programs that align with the overall … more »

Who is New Focus HR and What Do We Do?

Company Background New Focus HR, LLC was started in August of 2009 by Kristen Deutsch, M.B.A., CCP, and is domiciled in Indiana. Kristen has been the sole managing member of the organization since its inception in 2009.  Currently, there are four employees to include Kristen. The employees work virtually from their homes or from customer … more »

The Future of DEI in the Workplace

If you’ve felt the legal ground shifting under your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives over the past year, you’re not alone. The implementation of DEI initiatives has provoked a large political and cultural backlash. Critics argue that considering identity factors can lead to “reverse discrimination,” where a more “qualified” candidate is passed over for … more »

What is E-Verify?

E-Verify is an internet-based system used by United States employers to confirm the employment eligibility of their new hires. Currently, there are approximately 1.39 million employers enrolled in E-Verify. This system is operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and is designed to help employers maintain compliance with immigration laws. It compares information from a newly hired … more »

The WARN Act: What is it and Why Should Employers Care?

With the latest news stories of both the federal government and private employers laying off employees, which may be considered involuntary terminations, there are certain things that an employer must be aware of prior to making any decisions regarding these layoffs within their organizations. There are both federal and state laws that employers must comply … more »

Do You Work in a Toxic Environment?

How does an employer know if they have a toxic work environment within their organization? How does an employee know if they are working in a toxic work environment? Generally, employees know before employers and most employers are oblivious to the fact that their workplaces have turned toxic. Let’s learn more…… Toxic Work Environment Defined … more »

Did You Post Your Organizations OSHA 300A Summary on 2/1/2025?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to keep track of serious work-related injuries and illnesses.  The information aids employers, workers, and OSHA to: Currently, employers with more than ten employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses. Records should be kept on Occupational Safety and Health Administration … more »

The Importance of Having an Employee Handbook

Many employers ask themselves the age-old question, “Is it important for our organization to create and implement an employee handbook for our employees?”. Some employers believe that if policies and procedures are not written down they are less likely to have any legal issues for their organization because the policies are not written down. However, … more »

Promoting Civility in the Workplace and Problem Resolution

Lately, employers are struggling with keeping the workplace civil. With employees having differing views and opinions on everything from politics to pay, the workplace may be experiencing some semblance of incivility. So, how do employers help promote a civil workplace for all? Civility in the workplace is defined as treating others, meaning colleagues and coworkers, … more »