02/18/2026
It's true. Your employee Handbook can hurt you if not done well.
The purpose of your Employee Handbook is to communiate policies and exectations to your employees, as well as to share your purpose, mission, benefits, and other components of your business.
However, there are several reasons why your employee handbook may actually hurt you:
1. You have well written policies, but do not follow them, or do not follow them consistently. Your handbook is not supporting the reality of your business, and inconsistent application of your written policies can cost you in the long run. This turns into reduced productivity due to employee complaints, employee turnover, and in extreme cases, legal action.
2. Your policies are not compliant with local, state or federal law or regulations. If your policies do not comply, your are in violation of the law.
Comment "Handbook" if you need help with your Employee Handbook.