Blog posts by
Chandler Petty

Your company policies and values are only as good as the leaders implementing them. Get your leadership team on board, make sure they’re living out your company values, and support them to ensure they get the help they need to lead well. “Half of workers who quit their jobs say they left because of their […]

How often do you get the chance to expand beyond your current retention or recruiting strategies? It’s common for managers to get stuck in the daily work routine and overlook the growth opportunities their employees want. That neglect may mean a greater chance of talented employees leaving in the short run. Around 48% of employees […]

Employee engagement is a crucial piece of the recruiting and retaining top talent puzzle, especially in today’s job market. In 2021, an average of 3.98 million workers quit their jobs each month; with virtually no industry spared from the impacts of the Great Resignation, now is an essential time to focus on keeping your people […]

The kiddos of Nextep are at it again, elevating and enriching the lives of those in their community! The Nextep Charitable Foundation started Nextep’s Future Philanthropist program, giving students the opportunity to donate $50 to their school or a nonprofit of their choosing each semester. “We’re so proud of the culture of giving back we’ve […]

In our employee retention series, we’ve talked about flexibility, employee growth, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Now, let’s look at another topic that has a massive impact on attracting and retaining top talent: pay! The Great Resignation and the impacts of an ongoing pandemic have long-lasting effects. As a result, employees are evaluating their […]

Even an employer with the best of intentions can become the subject of a lawsuit. Lawsuits by employees are the biggest source of litigation against US entities (Beazley), making it essential for companies to protect themselves against lawsuits. This is where Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) can offer major financial protection for your company. What […]

Does your company have what it takes to create a remote work policy and manage employees no matter where they’re working? The ability to work remotely full-time or at least in a hybrid capacity will be an expectation from most employees moving forward. Let’s take a look at what a post-pandemic workforce looks like and […]

In the US, cyber-attacks happen as often as every 39 seconds. As technology becomes more integrated into our personal and professional lives, prioritizing cybersecurity measures is critical.  Unfortunately, PrismHR, one of Nextep’s technology partners, was recently targeted by one of these threat actors, leading to a disruption in service for portions of Nextep’s online account. One […]

On Thursday, March 11, President Biden signed a new stimulus relief package, known as the American Rescue Plan, into law. The $1.9 trillion stimulus package is geared to boost the economy and help provide wider access to COVID-19 vaccinations in an effort to curb the effects of the ongoing pandemic.  This is the third stimulus package […]

Nextep Once Again Receives the SOC 1®, Type 2 Certification  We’re excited to announce that Nextep has once again received the coveted SOC 1®, Type 2 certification! The SOC 1®, Type 2 audit process analyzes the controls that affect users’ financial reporting. We once again worked with UHY LLP (UHY), a licensed CPA firm specializing […]

Working toward a more equitable workplace where your employees feel safe, heard, and represented positively impacts your people and community. Let’s take a look at some steps you can take to help build a more equitable workplace.  DOWNLOAD GUIDE Recruiting A recent study found that a company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential for applicants when […]

Here’s a look at updates from the latest COVID-19 stimulus bill Further clarifications were issued on the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), which was signed by former President Donald Trump on December 27, 2020. This $2.3 trillion bill contains $900 billion earmarked to provide COVID-19 economic relief. For a detailed look at what the COVID-relief portion […]