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Navigating FMLA, ADA Compliance and State Leave Laws in California, Washington and Alaska
Navigating FMLA, ADA Compliance and State Leave Laws. How Evergreen Solutions can help.
Melissa Elerick
2 days ago5 min read


Embracing Change: Finding Your Fit in Life's Transformations
Change is a constant in life. Learning to roll with the punches and taking the lessons from change is a must.
Melissa Elerick
May 222 min read


Maximizing HR Efficiency: How an HR Consultant Transforms the Role of the Department of One
This blog discusses how an HR consultant can assist an HR department of one.
Melissa Elerick
May 103 min read


Navigating State Regulations for Remote Employees: What Employers Need to Know
Navigating HR for remote employees
Melissa Elerick
May 23 min read


Your Alaska, California & US HR Consultant: Meet Melissa Elerick
Meet Melissa Elerick
Melissa Elerick
Apr 254 min read


Aviation Adventures in Alaska: Sharing Stories from the Helicopter Community
Trading stories with Alaska's helicopter community.
Melissa Elerick
Apr 173 min read


Implementing Corrective Action Plans Through a Just Culture Lens
How to properly create and discuss a corrective action plan.
Melissa Elerick
Apr 103 min read


Hiring Employees: Understanding Pay Structures and Classification for Your Expanding Business
Growing your company is an exciting milestone, but it also brings new challenges. One of the most important is hiring the right employees and managing their pay correctly. Employee pay might seem straightforward at first, but it involves complex rules set by state and federal laws. These rules determine who qualifies as an employee versus an independent contractor, who is exempt from overtime pay, and what benefits you must provide. Getting these details right protects your b
Melissa Elerick
Mar 314 min read


Navigating Rapid Growth: How to Manage Compliance Challenges in Your Thriving Business
Businesses need to be proactive with HR Compliance but they don't need to know everything- using a HR Contractor can assist in compliance.
Melissa Elerick
Mar 253 min read


Practical HR Consulting Strategies for Small Businesses in Alaska: Recruitment to Termination
HR consulting can assist small businesses with all parts of the employee life cycle.
Melissa Elerick
Mar 232 min read


Discovering Alaska's Wilderness: The Best Ways to Experience Bear Viewing This Summer
The best places to view bears in Alaska's south central area
Melissa Elerick
Mar 154 min read


Understanding the Iceberg Model of Communication: How Managers Can Enhance Team Clarity
How manager's need to view communication with employees using the iceberg model of communication.
Melissa Elerick
Mar 94 min read


The Hidden Value of Transferable Skills in Seasonal Hiring Practices
Transferable skills provided by seasonal employees who have a lot of experience with various operators.
Melissa Elerick
Mar 23 min read


Harnessing the Power of Micro-Acknowledgements to Boost Employee Appreciation and Retention
Boosting employee appreciation and retention is easier with micro-acknowledgments.
Melissa Elerick
Feb 233 min read


Maximizing Seasonal Workforce Efficiency with HR Consulting in Alaska with Evergreen Solutions.
How HR consulting can assist small seasonal businesses
Melissa Elerick
Feb 163 min read


Top 5 Spots for Irresistible Homemade Sweets in the Anchorage area
Stop by these great sweet treat spots if you find yourself in the Anchorage, Alaska area.
Melissa Elerick
Feb 123 min read


Understanding the Role of a Human Resources Business Partner and Evergreen Solutions' Approach to HR Collaboration
Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) play a crucial role in connecting a company’s people strategy with its overall business goals. They go beyond traditional HR functions by acting as strategic advisors who understand the unique needs of the business and help shape the employee experience accordingly. Evergreen Solutions exemplifies this approach by partnering closely with organizations to tailor HR practices that reflect their mission, vision, and values. Evergreen Sol
Melissa Elerick
Feb 93 min read


Why an Up-to-Date Employee Handbook is Essential for Your Company Culture and Success
Every company should want to build a strong culture and achieve lasting success. One of the most effective tools to support these goals is an employee handbook. There is a myth that employee handbooks are just a collection of policies created when an employee does something wrong and some companies use them that way. A good employee handbook does more than list rules; it shares your company’s mission, vision, and values while explaining how these principles connect with polic
Melissa Elerick
Feb 43 min read


Understanding FMLA Eligibility and Benefits for Employers and Employees with Insights on PUMP and PWFA
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) plays a crucial role in balancing work and personal life for many employees. It offers job-protected leave for specific family and medical reasons, but it also creates important responsibilities for employers. Alongside FMLA, newer laws like the PUMP Act and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) add layers of requirements that employers must understand and apply. This post explains what FMLA is, who qualifies for its benefits, how it
Melissa Elerick
Jan 314 min read


Understanding Workman's Compensation in Alaska: Laws, Reporting, Payments, and Resolution for Employees and Employers
Workplace injuries can happen unexpectedly, and knowing your rights and responsibilities under Alaska’s workman's compensation system is essential. Whether you are an employee or an employer, understanding how the laws work, what reporting is required, how payments are handled, and how disputes get resolved can protect you from unnecessary stress and financial loss. An Alaska worker completing a workman's compensation claim form What Is Workman's Compensation in Alaska? Workm
Melissa Elerick
Jan 263 min read
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