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  What Employers Should Know:  2026 Paid Family & Medical Leave Updates As we head into 2026, employers across many states are preparing for significant changes to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) — and the time to act is now. Whether you’re leading a small startup or overseeing HR for a large team, staying ahead of these changes is critical to ensuring compliance, protecting your employees, and maintaining trust. ✅ What’s Changing in 2026 According to the “2026 Paid Family and Medical Leave Updates: What Employers Need to Know” overview from Aidora : Several states will launch new PFML programs in 2026 — including states like Minnesota and Delaware — while others will roll out updates to benefit amounts, leave durations, contribution rates, and eligibility requirements. For employers, this means revisiting payroll configurations, revising internal leave policy documents, and ensuring required notices are posted ahead of time. Transparent employee communi...

Let’s be honest. Most companies say “people are our greatest asset,” but then act like HR is a liability. CEOs view HR as a checkbox. CCOs see brand as a consumer facing experience CFOs see it as an expense with no ROI. Culture is too often shaped by who signs the paychecks — not by shared purpose or people-first practices. If we want to build workplaces that truly  work  — for employees and the bottom line — we have to start by telling the truth. Here are just a few of the hard realities leaders face every day: Feedback rarely makes it to the people who need it most. Company values vanish during budget cuts. Engagement surveys often smooth over deeper issues or go performatively addressed. Top talent leaves Exits are often predictable and preventable. Workplace conflicts often start with compensation inequities. And HR wins? They're mostly invisible. These aren't symptoms of bad intent. They’re symptoms of misaligned priorities. So how do we make people  really  mat...

Running a small business isn’t for the faint of heart. From managing day-to-day operations to hiring the right people, keeping up with changing regulations, and staying true to your mission—it’s a constant balancing act. But amidst the chaos, there are three powerful principles that act as a compass:  Clarity, Compliance, and Care . These aren’t just nice-to-haves. They’re the  foundations  that create sustainable businesses, healthy teams, and trusted brands. 1.  Clarity: The Fuel Behind Smart Decisions and Strong Culture Clarity is more than just good communication—it's about defining the  why ,  what , and  how  of your business. Why  you exist and who you serve. What  success looks like for your team and your customers. How  you operate, make decisions, and navigate change. Without clarity, even the most talented teams will drift. Clear expectations, roles, values, and goals allow people to focus, prioritize, and contribute in m...

For nearly two decades, I’ve been building companies, including my own, rooted in wellness and lifestyle—with a mission to help communities and individuals live more optimized, balanced lives. Most recently, I spent six years growing  THE WELL , a leading startup in luxury wellness hospitality. So many believe they have to make time for being well. But wellness shouldn’t be reserved for destination retreats or spa getaways. While those are wonderful, true well-being is most impactful when it’s embedded in our everyday lives —easily accessible within our communities, workplaces, and routines. After a three-year search, I now live in a location that fully embodies this: a place where wellness, longevity, recovery, nutrition, mindfulness, spiritual connection, and community are part of daily life—not an occasional indulgence or escape. And it’s time more developments and workplaces followed suit. Whether you're a: ✅ Residential developer looking to create high-value spaces that a...

How One Smart 401(k) Switch Saved Our Client $11K -$20K and Countless Hours Here's our client success story. In today’s competitive market, every dollar—and every hour—counts. That’s why one of our recent clients audits revealed that their current 401(k) provider was expensive, outdated, and required far too much manual work from their team. After a full plan review, we provided a better solution. The results: 💰  $11K-$20K in annual savings  by switching providers 🖥️  Upgraded to a paperless, fully online platform  for easy employee access 🔁  Integrated 401(k) with payroll , no more manual uploads or errors 📬 Automated employee communications  for onboarding and participation ✅  Automatic enrollment and automatic deferral increases , in compliance with SECURE 2.0 💼  Upgraded, broader institutional investment options —giving employees better opportunities for long-term growth ⏱️  Reduced administrative hours  for finance and HR The t...

  “Real Talk: You Might Think You’re Not Ready for a Fractional Executive... But You Probably Are” Let’s get real for a moment. Hiring a fractional executive sounds like a dream solution—senior-level strategy without the full-time commitment—until all the doubts start creeping in: 🚩 “They’re part-time... why are they priced like full-timers?” 🚩 “Will they really be invested in my business?” 🚩 “Won’t I end up doing more work trying to onboard them?” 🚩 “I just need someone to do the work, not ask me deep questions.” 🚩 “Is my business even big enough for this level of support?” 🚩 “Isn’t this just a temporary fix?” 🚩 “I’m already holding things together with duct tape—I can’t handle anyone rocking the boat.” If any of those hit close to home, trust me—you’re not the only one. But here’s the thing… 👉 These are the exact reasons you need a fractional executive. A seasoned fractional pro brings clarity where you’ve got chaos. We step in with fresh perspective, sen...