Workforce Wednesdays
Practical HR Guidance for Small Business Owners
Hiring employees is an exciting step in growing a business, but it also brings new responsibilities, requirements, and challenges. Workforce Wednesdays is a three-part HR series designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and owner-operators who want practical guidance for building, managing, and leading a strong team.
Led by HR expert Eden Arthur, MPS, PHR, SHRM-SCP, the series covers the people-management issues small businesses encounter at every stage, from making your first hire and building a responsible hiring process to managing performance, creating a positive workplace, and keeping good employees.
All three events are free virtual webinars. Register for the sessions that best fit your business, or take advantage of the full series to strengthen your HR skills from hiring through retention.
Learn More and Register to Attend:
Session 1:
HR Foundations for the Owner-Operator
Sep. 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Hiring your first employees comes with new responsibilities and risks. Learn the HR fundamentals every owner-operator needs to know, including W-2 vs. 1099 classification, I-9 requirements, recordkeeping, wage and hour basics, and documentation.
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Session 2:
Hiring and Onboarding That Reduces Risk
Sep. 23, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Build a hiring and onboarding process that helps you attract strong candidates, create a better employee experience, and reduce unnecessary legal and operational risk. Ideal for business owners making their first hires—or their next ten.
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Session 3:
Managing, Keeping, and Leading Your People
Sep. 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Step confidently into your role as a leader. Learn practical strategies for setting expectations, giving feedback, managing performance, handling difficult conversations, building a professional workplace culture, and keeping good employees.
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