Think you can fire anyone at any time because you're in an at-will state? Think again. In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal, CEO of People Processes, breaks down the truth behind at-will employment — and how to avoid the lawsuits that come with getting it wrong.

What you’ll learn:

• What “at-will” actually means

• Legal exceptions that can ruin your case

• The discipline strategy that helps you prove good faith

• How to terminate while protecting your company

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Are you an employer with 50 or more W-2s? You could be at risk for massive IRS penalties under the Affordable Care Act. In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal breaks down everything you need to know to stay compliant with ACA regulations in 2025 — and avoid receiving the dreaded IRS Letter 226-J.

You’ll learn:

✅ How to calculate your Applicable Large Employer (ALE) status

✅ What triggers ACA penalties A and B — and how to prevent them

✅ How to ensure your health plan meets Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) and Affordability requirements

✅ The right way to track employee hours, classifications, and safe harbors

✅ What to do immediately if you receive an ACA penalty notice

Free Resource: Employer Guide to ACA Play or Pay Rules

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Hiring is one of the biggest — and riskiest — expenses for any small business. In this episode of the Don’t HR Alone podcast, host Rhamy Alejeal sits down with Michelle Scribner, CEO of Sum of All Numbers and Master Certified Profit First Professional, to unpack when to hire, how much to spend on labor, and how to protect your business from cash flow disasters.

Whether you’re thinking about your first hire or trying to scale a team, Michelle and Rhamy deliver real-world benchmarks, simple frameworks, and financial guardrails that every entrepreneur should use to build a sustainable team.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to calculate whether you can afford to hire

✅ The Profit First method applied to labor costs

✅ How much of your budget should go to payroll (and why it’s probably wrong)

✅ What percentage of real revenue should be operating expenses

✅ When it’s OK to dip into your owner’s profit to invest in staff

✅ What to do if your unicorn employees are burning out

💬 What’s your biggest hiring mistake—or the best one you ever made?

👇 Let us know in the comments!

💻 Visit Michelle Scribner’s Website:

Explore financial clarity and support at https://sumofallnumbers.com/

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Instagram & Facebook: @sumofallnumbers

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michelle-scribner-94ab881aa

📧 Get in Touch:

Email Michelle directly at mscribner@sumofallnumbers.com

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In just 2 minutes, gain personalized insights into your business’s financial health. Start here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Ws4gLB

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ACA Reporting just got a major overhaul — and for once, it's GOOD news!

In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal (CEO of People Processes) breaks down the 5 Big ACA changes for 2025, including:

• Less paperwork

• Flexible deadlines

• Easier electronic distribution

• Reduced IRS penalties

Learn how to take full advantage of these updates to simplify your ACA reporting, stay compliant, and avoid costly mistakes.

🎯 FREE ACA Resource: Get the ACA Changes Checklist + Sample Notice

✅ Book a FREE 30-Minute Consultation with Rhamy (for U.S. businesses with 10+ employees)

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How can you tell if your top employees are experiencing burn out? Is your entire identity wrapped up in your work? In this episode of Don't HR Alone, our host Rhamy Alejeal interviews clinical psychologist Dr. Janna Koretz, founder of Azimuth Psychological, to explore the hidden dangers of career enmeshment—when your job becomes your sole identity.

You'll learn:

• Why career enmeshment often leads to burnout, mental health crises, and even professional collapse.

• How to recognize the signs in yourself and your employees.

• Actionable strategies to build a healthier, more resilient workforce.

Book a Free HR Strategy Consultation with Rhamy Alejeal (U.S. businesses, 10+ employees)

Explore Dr. Janna Koretz’s website at https://azimuthpsych.com/ for expert insights and free resources, including a burnout calculator and values navigator.

💬 What’s your take? Have you ever struggled with separating your identity from your job? Drop a comment below—we read and respond to every one!

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In this episode of Don't HR Alone, host Rhamy Alejeal welcomes Tracy LaLonde, author of The Joychiever Journey, to break down how trust works in the workplace. Should employees earn trust, or should leaders give it freely?

Discover how trust affects employee engagement, retention, and productivity—and why some companies thrive while others struggle with micromanagement and turnover. Plus, Tracy shares her top strategies for creating a workplace built on mutual trust and psychological safety.

🔹 In this episode, you'll learn:

✔️ The science of trust and how it impacts team performance

✔️ The right way to handle employee accountability (without micromanagement)

✔️ The role of intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation in leadership

✔️ A 5-step process to building trust in your company

✔️ The biggest mistakes leaders make when trying to create engagement

📌 Want expert HR solutions? If your US-based business has 10+ employees, book a free consultation with Rhamy Alejeal today!

Visit Tracy's website at https://www.joychiever.com/ to learn

more about her keynote speaking experience, programs she can deliver to your company, and to order her books. You may also follow her at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracylalonde/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/joychiever

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📝 Have a trust dilemma in your workplace? Drop your question in the comments!

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Gossip is destroying your workplace culture—here’s how to stop it!

Ever walked into a meeting and felt the tension in the air? Workplace gossip can turn into a silent productivity killer, creating division, distrust, and low morale. In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal, CEO of People Processes, breaks down:

✅ The difference between harmful and positive gossip

✅ 5 proven strategies to eliminate toxic workplace gossip

✅ How to use positive gossip to strengthen your team

FREE DOWNLOAD: Get our No Gossip Policy Template to establish a workplace built on trust!

Struggling with workplace gossip? Let’s fix it. If you're a US-based business with 10+ employees, book a FREE 30-minute consultation with Rhamy Alejeal now!

💬 Got a question about workplace gossip? Drop it in the comments—we read and respond to every one!

https://youtu.be/I9pjSw8SSD0

Employers, Are You Ready for the New Workers' Comp Law? New York just changed the game—employees can now file for workers' comp due to workplace stress, and other states may follow soon. This could mean more claims, higher insurance premiums, and major HR headaches. So how can you protect your business? In this episode, Rhamy Alejeal breaks down:

✅ What this new law means for employers

✅ The risks of rising mental health claims

✅ How to update your HR policies and insurance NOW

✅ Actionable steps to protect your business

Book a FREE 30-minute consultation with Rhamy Alejeal (US businesses with 10+ employees)

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