Extensis HR

10/08/2026

Cybersecurity may sound like an IT issue, but has a role to play, too.

Employee records, payroll information, benefits data, and other sensitive details make HR a key part of an organization’s data security strategy.

is a good time for SMB employers to take a closer look at how they’re protecting that information.

Our new guide breaks down 7 steps for creating a cybersecurity plan, from employee training to policies and technology: https://ow.ly/tei750ZUuA6

Wondering where to start with cybersecurity? This 7-step plan helps SMB leaders identify risks, involve the right experts, and strengthen data security all year.

10/06/2026

New job, new team, new tools, new questions. So. Many. Questions. 😅

A structured onboarding experience helps answer those questions early, so new hires feel supported and ready to hit the ground running.

And our onboarding guide is here to help you build that.

Download your copy now for tips and resources to make those first days a little easier: https://ow.ly/InrE50Zy4Jw

10/01/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to think of everyone facing a diagnosis, moving through treatment, or working toward recovery. It's also an opportunity to recognize the families, friends, co-workers, and communities standing alongside them.

For employers, benefits can be an important part of that support.

Kate Mistretta, our Senior Director of Corporate HR, shares a few ways SMBs can help employees understand and make use of the workplace resources available to them: https://ow.ly/ml8950ZT9o1

09/30/2026

Building an onboarding program doesn't have to mean creating every document yourself.

We've bundled some of our favorite resources into one free guide, including:
✔️ Pre-boarding checklist
✔️ First-day agenda
✔️ 30-60-90-day plan
✔️ Manager checklist
✔️ Welcome templates

Customize them, make them your own, and spend less time reinventing the wheel.

Get your toolkit here: https://ow.ly/InrE50Zy4Jw

09/26/2026

Today’s reminder: HR does A LOT.

Hiring? HR’s there. Benefits questions? HR’s there. Employee issues? HR’s there.

“Wait… are we allowed to do this?” HR is definitely there. 😂

For HR Professionals Day, we’re pausing to say, "thank you" and celebrating by sharing 10 reasons to appreciate your HR team (but trust us, there’s so many more!): https://ow.ly/htPe50X0e4t

09/21/2026

It’s not unusual for employees at private schools to wear several hats. Your athletics director might teach, your science teacher might coach, or your administrator might take on responsibilities outside their primary job.

These dual roles help schools make the most of their teams, but they also raise important considerations around areas like benefits and compliance.

In her latest blog, Molly Myer, School Solutions Sales Specialist, shares guidance for schools managing employees with more than one role: https://ow.ly/Xetg50ZPFXF

09/16/2026

For working parents, making it to a school event can mean a lot. But finding the time isn’t always easy when those events happen during the workday.

Some states recognize that, with laws providing eligible employees time off for certain school-related activities.

In honor of National Working Parents Day, this guide breaks down state-mandated school activity leave and how employers can stay compliant: https://ow.ly/SbMb50ZNWKo

09/15/2026

What does the hiring market look like for in 2026? The answer depends on the industry.

Some fields are competing for hard-to-find talent, while others are seeing a larger pool of candidates. But there are opportunities for businesses that know where to find them.

See where your sector stands and what the latest trends could mean for your hiring plans: https://ow.ly/q1jU50ZNVeq

See the latest hiring trends across financial services, fintech, schools, professional services, non-profits, technology, and healthcare, and what they mean for small businesses.

09/14/2026

Life insurance has a bit of a reputation: It’s too expensive. It’s only for parents. It’s something you can worry about later.

But how much of what you’ve heard is actually true? 🤔

For Life Insurance Awareness Month, we're tackling five common life insurance myths and separating fact from fiction along the way: https://ow.ly/tT7Z50ZL1cW

09/11/2026

25 years later, we continue to remember those we lost, honor the heroes who served, and reflect on the strength and resilience that followed.