Episode #190: "I Have SOMETHING To Say" with Mandi Waters

I have SOMETHING to say!

Small business owners who don’t have the support of a daddy or mommy who can show them the ropes sometimes don’t realize all the possible issues that can come up when employing people as a means to scale. Aside from dealing with the day-to-day drama that ensues when humans work together, many HR issues arise because we don’t know all of the established regulations to properly run a business under the law – and keeping track of when they change the rules, too!

Chris Majocha and Samí Haiman-Marrero welcome Mandi Waters, a dedicated Account Manager at Merritt Business Solutions to this episode of I HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY to share some of the most common HR-related considerations to keep in mind when navigating the layered world of human resources. While she clarifies that she’s by no means an HR expert, her role as a concierge service or broker for all HR outsourcing needs makes her an invaluable asset to small businesses.

As Mandi shares her passion for assisting businesses with everything from employee administration to 401K management, she emphasizes the critical importance of compliance in the realm of HR. Despite the broad scope of human resources, Mandi's focus on ensuring compliance resonates deeply with business owners who understand the stakes involved. She basically helps small businesses protect themselves.

What makes Mandi's perspective unique is her unconventional journey to HR. With a background as a Production Electrician in the Entertainment Industry spanning 18 years, Mandi made the courageous leap into entrepreneurship 12 years ago. However, a painful lesson learned from a stop order issued by the Department of Labor due to a compliance oversight shook her business to its core. It cost her $35K. Mandi's firsthand experience fuels her determination to empower business owners with the knowledge they need to avoid similar pitfalls.

Throughout the episode, we explore key topics with Mandi such as the complexities of the new white-collar gig economy, managing 1099s, when to transition to W2s, handling interviews and expectations of the new generation, and building HR foundational assets that safeguard businesses against unforeseen challenges.

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Mandi Waters as she shares her wealth of knowledge and practical insights aimed at helping businesses thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. As Mandi aptly puts it, "You're fine until you're not!"

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