Cole James Associates, Inc. provides Human Resources support to small businesses in Virginia. We are entrepreneurs and small business owners just like you, so we designed our company to be the kind of partner we always wanted but could never find -- one that delivers uncompromising results while treating your money with respect.
For most small businesses, dealing with HR issues is, at best, an irritating headache. Your natural inclination may be to just ignore the issues, wing it, or assume that your business is small enough to stay under the radar. Unfortunately, too many small businesses see their wallets drain and their dreams vanish with one lawsuit or violation.
We know you started your business to pursue your passion, not deal with HR issues or regulations. So, leave that work to us. For fifteen years, we have taken the headaches out of HR and helped companies of all sizes avoid HR landmines. This is our passion, and we do it extremely well.
5 WAYS COLE JAMES WILL HELP YOU
1. We Can Save You Money--Pay Only For What You Need, Only When You Need It
Are you tired of paying ongoing fees for Human Resources services you never use? Even worse, do you just avoid dealing with HR because of cost or because you don't think you need it? You no longer need to play that game of Russian roulette. Cole James Associates provides unparalleled HR solutions normally reserved for large companies, at a price you can afford.
All businesses need expert HR support, but most small businesses don't need that support all the time. Unlike traditional firms, we provide flexible pricing plans so that you pay only for the support you need, only when you need it.
2. Enjoy Peace of Mind & Avoid Costly Fines
It is estimated that 85% of small businesses are in violation of multiple state or federal employment regulations. Are you?
· Do you have accurate, complete I-9 forms on file? Are you using the new version of the form required as of December 26, 2007?
· Did you know that Virginia now requires leave rights for victims of crime?
· Are your required federal and state posters up-to-date? You didn't pay for them, we hope.
· Do you know which laws apply to you based on your number of employees? Even if you're under the threshold, you can still face a legal suit.
· Can you pay your Office Manager a salary instead of hourly? Don't let the word "Manager" trip you up.
· Can you give your employees comp time instead of overtime?
· Do you know when the concept of “employment-at-will” doesn’t work? It's not the same as being a "right to work" state, and it doesn't mean you can have a termination "free for all".
· Do you know you have benefits obligations to former employees, even if you're not covered under COBRA?
Issues like these are an unavoidable part of doing business whether you have one employee or 10,000.
3. Grow Your Business While We Take Care of HR
You need to spend your time getting new customers, growing sales and increasing profits. Spend your time doing what you love while we take care of HR hassles.
4. Reduce Turnover, Increase Retention
The process of hiring and training employees is extremely time-consuming and costly. Hire right the first time and you won't face the distraction of problem employees. The cost savings from reducing turnover will add significantly to your bottom line.
5. Personal, Quick, Friendly Service
When you have questions, you need answers. Tired of leaving endless messages for some faceless representative across the country? Tired of waiting for hours or days for a response or feeling like you are bothering someone when you do have a question?
Let us exceed your expectations. You will be working directly with a principal in the company who understands the needs of your business. Our knowledge and experience is unsurpassed, and so is our friendliness.
Allow us to provide you with a FREE consultation to review your needs. We’re just a click or a call away. Call Charlotte Jensen, President, directly at (804) 339-5576 or email at cjensen@colejamesassociates.com.
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