Houston HR HR Insights | Achilles Group

11/13/2024

Why Texas is the Business Hub: 8th Largest Economy and Counting

Texas is leading the way as a thriving business destination. Our state’s economic footprint rivals entire nations—as the 8th largest economy worldwide, Texas has become a powerhouse on the global stage….

10/07/2024

What is Fractional HR and Why You Need It

Fractional HR with Achilles Group provides tailored, cost-effective HR consulting, offering expert support across all HR functions with the depth and range of a full team, rather than relying on a single individual….

08/22/2024

Technique to Train Front-Line Leaders

Effectively training your front-line leaders is crucial because they are the first point of contact between your business’s strategic vision and the employees who execute it, making their leadership abilities directly impactful on team performance…

07/01/2024

Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Doctrine: Impact on Employers

Although the underlying cases were not workplace-related, this decision significantly affects employers. Federal agencies like the EEOC, DOL, OSHA, and NLRB issue many regulations impacting daily workplace operations. With the Chevron doctrine overturned, these agencies…

02/12/2024

The Strategic Imperative of a Job Description

The ability to craft precise and comprehensive job descriptions isn’t just a routine HR exercise; it is a strategic imperative that lays the foundation for your organizational excellence….

11/12/2023

Navigating Change in Your Business

Change is an essential part of life and our ability to see it coming and then to navigate it with a positive mindset is a powerful competency that creates profitable outcomes for our business….

11/10/2023

Calculating Travel Time Pay for Workers

The topic of compensation for a worker that travels is complex. It’s important for employers and employees to be aware of the specific laws and regulations governing overtime pay in the relevant jurisdiction, as these…

11/10/2023

Sweeping AI Executive Order Impacts Employers

Of particular interest to employers are the increased regulations concerning employer monitoring outlined in Section 6 of the Executive Order. This section instructs the Secretary of Labor to develop and publish principles and best practices…

11/09/2023

Veterans Day 2023

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, an armistice was signed, the formal agreement that marked the official end of World War I. The day became known as…

10/25/2023

5 Opportunities to Counter Predicted Increase of Employer Benefits Costs

Despite the challenging landscape, employers are actively considering strategies to control benefits costs while minimizing the impact on their workforce….

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