<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Integrity People Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are your outsourced HR expert.  From  performance management to retaining top talent, we add integrity & peace of mind to your business.  ]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:20:07 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Salary Transparency Laws Are Expanding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salary transparency laws aren’t just a “big company” issue, and they’re not limited to the state you’re in.
As soon as your workforce crosses state lines, your compliance requirements do too.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/salary-transparency-laws-are-expanding</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52a1dc661479e527e5259f</guid><category><![CDATA[Hire Better]]></category><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:10:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_eed4abe932c8423383b0d0906732bc25~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Shift to Contract Workers Is Accelerating So Is the Risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve been watching hiring trends lately, there’s a clear shift happening.

More companies are moving away from full-time employees and leaning into contractors, freelancers, and project-based work.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/the-shift-to-contract-workers-is-accelerating-so-is-the-risk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a529cab5c421b82021d77f3</guid><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_ce8f4f7ff853483eb121b21933be47e8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Layoffs Are Everywhere Right Now But the Headlines Aren’t Telling the Full Story]]></title><description><![CDATA[Layoffs may dominate the news cycle but they shouldn’t drive your strategy.

Because the real story isn’t that jobs are disappearing.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/layoffs-are-everywhere-right-now-but-the-headlines-aren-t-telling-the-full-story</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a529e2fbf4eff0effd72bae</guid><category><![CDATA[Lead Better]]></category><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_a78314cbb1f241b796f94df8a25d37ee~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_492,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Gig Economy Isn’t “Simple”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Worker classification is under increasing legal scrutiny, and the margin for error is shrinking.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/the-gig-economy-isn-t-simple</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a529fe3661479e527e521a7</guid><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_03e4d32a2d3642689b33fcaacbff3021~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI in Hiring: Where Efficiency Meets Risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[From resume screening to interview scheduling to candidate scoring, these tools promise speed, efficiency, and consistency. For many businesses, especially those without dedicated HR teams, that sounds like a win.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/ai-in-hiring-where-efficiency-meets-risk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52a3ba661479e527e5291d</guid><category><![CDATA[Hire Better]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_8ead313e741c424298710f412908f644~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skills Are Shifting Fast: Most Leaders Aren’t Ready]]></title><description><![CDATA[AI-related skills continue to grow, even as overall hiring slows. At the same time, employers are placing greater emphasis on skills like problem-solving, adaptability, and communication. Capabilities that don’t always show up clearly on a resume. And that’s where many organizations are falling behind.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/skills-are-shifting-fast-most-leaders-aren-t-ready</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52a5cac549c55b35b1c572</guid><category><![CDATA[Hire Better]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_75a9bc6e42564b6cbeeb433812b4414a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_400,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in history, many workplaces are managing four generations at once, each with different expectations, communication styles, and definitions of “how work gets done.”]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/managing-a-multi-generational-workforce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52a7d6bf4eff0effd73ea4</guid><category><![CDATA[Lead Better]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_79af7b797f384d9290b1a1d7ad5ede33~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Employees Are Nervous About AI]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even if AI isn’t immediately changing your business, the perception alone is enough to impact engagement, retention, and trust.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/your-employees-are-nervous-about-ai</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52b05dc549c55b35b1db53</guid><category><![CDATA[Lead Better]]></category><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_fd19dcc57c0e436696c5c61c2db712a6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_600,h_600,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hourly vs Salaried Employees]]></title><description><![CDATA[Choosing between hourly and salaried employees is a significant decision with far-reaching consequences for your organization.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/hourly-vs-salaried-employees</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a526fb6c549c55b35b14ea8</guid><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_8289eb90bb4442e8b5991543f6bb348d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[1099 Contractor vs W2 Employees There is no such thing as a contract employee]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision between hiring 1099 contractors or employees is fundamental for any business.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/1099-contractor-vs-w2-employees-there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-contract-employee</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a526a62cf6bc9ce6ccec2a1</guid><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_98a3c3c16e0f466d885773386fa8d54c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_910,h_396,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How important is a formal onboarding process? And how to create one]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have someone ready to work with the new hire on their first day. Show them around, buy them lunch, and generally make them feel welcome]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/how-important-is-a-formal-onboarding-process-and-how-to-create-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5268f75c421b82021d070a</guid><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_b261efd0eb4e4ab1844d5f65d7ca035c~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defining Company Culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Company culture plays a pivotal role in the success of any business, regardless of its size. However, defining and nurturing a strong company culture is even more critical for small businesses. 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But in other companies, it can be more challenging to define from the outside.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/define-your-differentiator-as-an-employer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5265f4c549c55b35b13a4f</guid><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_085933d4413c4ba1a2b2247b6df28fee~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hire Slow, Fire Fast A recipe for organizational success]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the primary benefits of hiring slowly is to prioritize quality over quantity. ]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/hire-slow-fire-fast-a-recipe-for-organizational-success</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5264535c421b82021cfd6e</guid><category><![CDATA[Hire Better]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_8289eb90bb4442e8b5991543f6bb348d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mission Vision Values and why it is important for HR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your mission, vision, and values drive company culture. If you don’t know what they are, how can you expect your employees to uphold them, and how do you maintain a consistent company culture? ]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/mission-vision-values-and-why-it-is-important-for-hr</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5262ca5c421b82021cfa57</guid><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_33129ebb72544a19b218a3665e3fda87~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Businesses &#38; Handbooks Five Reasons Why You Need One]]></title><description><![CDATA[Communication is key to a great employer/employee relationship, and this is your foundation.]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/small-businesses-handbooks-five-reasons-why-you-need-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5260165c421b82021cf48b</guid><category><![CDATA[Protect the Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_1c67d1132fd24486ba5f547bf0237947~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_200,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative Benefits When you can't compete with larger organizations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Offering creative and unique benefits can help small businesses attract and retain top talent and create a positive workplace culture. ]]></description><link>https://www.integritypeoplegroup.com/post/creative-benefits-when-you-can-t-compete-with-larger-organizations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a525c755c421b82021cecd6</guid><category><![CDATA[Build Better Teams]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1000be_d7cf710407e04ae4b21cdc52ffe6223f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_200,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Krystal Yates</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>