Handbook for Small Business

[Guest Melanie]

Any suggestions for content of a handbook for a company of 23 employees? I have done a handbook with such items as mission statement, equal employment opportunity, new employees, harrassment statement/policy, insurance, software licensing, and holiday schedule. Any suggestions on topics I've missed?

[Guest Peg H]

Melanie...

Usually your attorney will have a list of items to include in your handbook. Also, there are software packages that have "canned " handbooks with most information to include. For example, in Calif, the Calif. Chamber of Commerce has a package available for a basic handbook.

Of course, there are always HR consultants who are QUITE reasonable for this type of thing, and are quite knowledgeable in the area of handbooks.

Peg

[Guest Dan Cassidy]

Inc. Magazine recently had an article on this topic. They profiled the handbook of Motley Fool - the internet site. In the article, I think they mentionned you can get some samples on their web site or by emailing Motley Fool.

Good luck.

[Guest Marie S Minton]

You can also try the "Council on Education in Management" Phone # (510) 934-8333. I have ordered standardized personnel documents from them, including a "Model Personnel Policy Manual".

I also recommend evaluating Professional Employer Organizations (such as "Administaff") that provide payroll and benefits for a fee.

[Guest Nick]

Was the Health Maintenance Organization Act or the regulations under it amended during 1998? If so, can you point me to what area of it that was amended. Thanks.