Ignite HR

08/27/2026

Management training has its place. But a class can only go so far.

It doesn’t help much on Tuesday morning when a manager is dealing with an employee who is repeatedly late, avoiding a difficult conversation, or asking to terminate someone after months of undocumented problems.

That’s why I created The Manager’s Coach.

This isn’t a one-time training program. Managers receive ongoing, individual coaching based on the real situations happening within their teams. We help them prepare for difficult conversations, address performance concerns, document appropriately, set clear expectations and follow through.

Each manager has a Success Plan, ongoing accountability and someone experienced to turn to as they build confidence and good judgment. Business owners also receive regular updates, so they know where progress is being made and where additional attention may be needed.

Training teaches managers what to do. The Manager’s Coach puts the lesson into practice until effective management becomes a habit.

Wondering whether your management team could benefit from this kind of support? Take the assessment:

Are your managers addressing employee issues with confidence and consistency—or are problems repeatedly making their way back to you? Take this free five-minute assessment to discover where your management team is strong, where gaps may be creating problems, and where additional support may be nee...

08/26/2026

Are your managers truly leading or just putting out fires? Strong management is about more than handling the daily grind. It’s about setting clear expectations, addressing problems early, and supporting your company’s mission even when it’s tough. If you’re curious to see how your management team measures up, take the quick assessment here

Are your managers addressing employee issues with confidence and consistency—or are problems repeatedly making their way back to you? Take this free five-minute assessment to discover where your management team is strong, where gaps may be creating problems, and where additional support may be nee...

08/21/2026

Most new managers are not struggling because they do not care.

They are struggling because they were promoted for being great at their jobs—and then expected to suddenly know how to manage people.

That is why I created The Manager’s Coach, a practical monthly coaching program that helps frontline managers handle real employee challenges with greater confidence and consistency.

Managers get a trusted coach. Business owners get fewer employee problems landing back on their desks. And difficult situations get addressed before they become disruptive.

If you own a small business and would like to learn more, comment “COACH” or send me a direct message.

07/23/2026

You have the payroll platform. You have the benefit broker. But who handles the employer-side HR work? 🤔

Many small businesses have established resources: a trusted payroll platform, a benefit broker to manage employee benefits, or possibly a PEO that provides payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, HR tools, and compliance resources.

However, even with these resources, employer-side tasks still need attention.

- Who processes weekly payroll?
- Who enters employee pay changes?
- Who assists with onboarding steps?
- Who talks with the employee going through a difficult life event?
- Who updates job descriptions, employee files, and HR documents?
- Who trains managers on expectations, documentation, communication, and consistent follow-through?

This is where Ignite HR comes in. Ignite HR collaborates with payroll providers, benefit brokers, PEOs, and internal teams to help small businesses manage the essential HR work that keeps operations running smoothly.

You don’t always need to replace your existing providers; sometimes, all you need is the right HR partner to help coordinate the work, utilize the tools, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

06/29/2026

A lot of small business owners do not call me because something huge has happened. They call because something has been going on too long.

😠 An employee keeps being late.

🙈 A manager keeps looking the other way.

🤨 Someone’s attitude is affecting the team.

😫 A performance issue has been discussed casually several times, but never really addressed.

By the time I get the call, the owner usually says something like, “I probably should have dealt with this sooner.” And honestly, they are usually right, but I also understand why it happens.

Most owners and managers are not trying to ignore problems. They are busy. They are trying to keep the peace. They are worried about saying the wrong thing. And sometimes, they are hoping the issue will just work itself out, but rarely does.

What usually helps is not some complicated HR process. It is slowing down long enough to answer a few basic questions:

❓ What exactly is the issue?

❓ What has already been communicated?

❓ What does the employee need to do differently?

❓ What happens if it does not improve?

❓ And how do we document that in a way that is clear and fair?

Once those pieces are in place, the conversation becomes much easier.

Not always comfortable. But clearer.

That is the kind of HR support small businesses need most often. Not a binder full of policies that never gets opened. Practical guidance for the real situations that come up with real employees, real managers, and real business pressures. That's what we do.

01/14/2026

HR audits usually aren’t random.

They’re often triggered by things like:
• employee complaints
• misclassification of employees or contractors
• payroll or overtime errors
• inconsistent discipline or terminations

What most employers miss isn’t the handbook — it’s what’s happening day to day.

Informal manager decisions, missing documentation, outdated policies, and I-9 or wage record gaps are some of the most common issues uncovered.

The biggest misconception?
“We’ve never had a problem before, so we must be fine.”

Proactive HR support helps reduce audit risk long before an agency ever gets involved.

01/12/2026

Lots of REQUIRED paid leave changes for 2026. If your policy needs an update, contact us now!
Delaware: Paid Family & Medical Leave benefits begin under the Healthy Delaware Families Act (PFML).

Minnesota: State Paid Leave program begins (up to 12 weeks; up to 20 if both medical + family in a benefit year).

Also: meal + rest break requirements become more specific (30-minute meal break + 15-minute paid rest break for shifts of 6+ hours).

Colorado: FAMLI expansion—additional paid leave for parents with a newborn needing NICU care (and premium adjustment for 2026).

Connecticut: Paid sick leave expands to smaller employers (threshold drops to employers with 11+ employees).

Washington: Significant expansions to PFML take effect.

02/24/2025

Every attendee receives 30 days FREE HR Support from a certified, experienced HR pro after they attend class. Classes April 10 & 17th in Dallas, TX. Register here: https://bit.ly/IHRTRAIN

02/21/2025

Every attendee receives 30 DAYS FREE SUPPORT from a certified HR Professional to ensure they apply what they learn! Register now: https://bit.ly/IHRTRAIN

02/18/2025

Everything sounds easy in class, but what happens when managers get back to the office? We include access for 30 days to a certified HR professional to every manager who attends our classes. REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/IHRTRAIN