Author name: Focus HR

Gen Z—those born between 1997 and 2012—are no longer just interns or junior hires. They’ve officially overtaken Baby Boomers in the workforce, and a new wave of graduates is arriving this spring.  If you’re a small business owner or manager struggling to “click” with younger employees, it’s not because they’re lazy, entitled, or disengaged. It’s […]

In today’s competitive business environment, talent is your biggest asset—and your biggest risk. In a recent Small Business Boot Camp session hosted by the Arizona Commerce Authority, Clint Parry, Focus HR’s Business Development Manager, delivered a timely and insightful presentation: “Optimize HR: Your Key to Secure Top Talent & Growth.” The session unpacked the most

Imagine a workplace where energy is high, collaboration flows effortlessly, and challenges are met with united strength.  Now, contrast that with the all-too-common scenario: a team trudging through tasks, morale dipping with every demanding email, and talent quietly slipping out the door.  The difference between these two realities isn’t just strategy or systems—it’s the human

It’s a scenario no business owner wants to think about—a trusted employee slowly siphoning money from the company, manipulating records, and covering their tracks for years. But these aren’t just rare, sensationalized stories. They happen far more often than you might expect, and small businesses are the most vulnerable. What do all these cases have

As a nonprofit leader, you’re no stranger to the challenges of securing funding. You’ve weathered tight budgets, grant cycles, and shifting priorities before. But the recent wave of federal funding cuts, triggered by President Trump’s Executive Order: Reevaluating and Realigning United States, represents a new level of uncertainty. This isn’t just a bump in the

As of 2025, over three-quarters (77%) of businesses are already using artificial intelligence (AI) or exploring its various potential use cases. And despite the fact that robust AI tools are often associated with major corporations, the reality is that any business can benefit from the technology. The question, then, is a matter of knowing how