Running a small business today isn't easy, especially if you're in a blue-collar industry. Between keeping up with daily operations and worrying about potential risks, it can feel like you're constantly putting out fires instead of growing your business.
That's why PRO Resources teamed up with our friends at PREMIER Business Services to host a webinar packed with real-world advice on how to do more with less while keeping your business protected.
We brought together experts from the financial and HR worlds to share practical tips you can actually use (no fancy theory, just straight talk about what works).
Missed the webinar? No problem! We've included the full recording below so you can watch whenever it fits your schedule.
What you missed
During our chat, the folks from PREMIER Business Services and our team at PRO Resources discussed how smart financial and HR strategies work together to help your business run smoother and safer. We focused on real solutions that small, blue-collar businesses can start using right away — things that help you do more with what you have while avoiding unnecessary headaches down the road.
The money side: PREMIER talks financial capacity and risk
The team from PREMIER Business Services shared some eye-opening insights about managing your money better while avoiding costly mistakes.
Getting more from your money
Good financial data isn't just for tax time. It's how you improve your cash flow every day. The PREMIER team shared some straightforward advice:
- Get your numbers right: Make sure transactions are properly coded and classified so you know where your money's really going
- No financial secrets: Keep everything transparent so you can spot problems and opportunities quickly
- Look ahead, not behind: Use forecasting to plan your growth instead of just reacting to whatever happens
Avoiding headaches
The PREMIER team didn't hold back when talking about common money mistakes that put businesses at risk:
- The training gap: Not making sure your team knows proper financial procedures
- The cruise control problem: Setting up financial systems and then forgetting about them
- The "set it and forget it" trap: Not regularly reviewing your financial strategies and partnerships
Want to get a pulse check on your business's financial health? Download PREMIER's 10-Point Financial Health Checklist
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The people side: PRO Resources on making HR work better
Our team at PRO Resources followed up with insights about managing your workforce more efficiently while staying out of hot water with regulations.
Do more with the team you have
We broke down how working with a PEO (that's us!) can free up valuable time and resources:
- Let someone else handle the HR paperwork so you can focus on what you do best
- Get better benefits for your team without the massive price tag
- Tap into HR expertise without hiring a full-time HR director
It's like adding a whole HR department without actually adding to your payroll. Pretty neat, right?
Keeping your business protected
We also talked about how a PEO helps keep your business safer from employment-related problems:
- Staying on top of wage laws (which seem to change every time you blink)
- Making sure your benefits and workplace safety measures are up to code
- Getting expert help with tricky employee situations before they become legal nightmares
Want to see how much you could save on administrative overhead? Download PRO Resources' Administrative Cost Calculator.
Real stories from real businesses
During the webinar, we shared some examples of businesses just like yours that:
- Got their finances in better shape using PREMIER's approaches
- Reduced their risk of compliance issues by working with PRO Resources
- Found that when you combine good financial AND HR practices, the whole business runs better
Who is PREMIER Business Services?
PREMIER Business Services works with small businesses like yours to get your finances in order and keep them that way. They handle everything from planning your financial future to managing your day-to-day books, preparing taxes, and giving solid business advice that helps you grow without unnecessary risks.
Who is PRO Resources?
That's us! We're a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) that takes HR hassles off your plate. We work alongside you as a co-employer, which means we can help with everything from payroll to benefits to compliance issues, freeing up your time to focus on growing your business.
The bottom line
Our webinar with PREMIER Business Services was all about practical ways to help your small business do more with less while staying protected from unnecessary risks. The strategies we discussed are especially relevant for blue-collar businesses looking to improve efficiency, stay compliant, and build financial stability.
Want to see how these approaches might work specifically for your business? Let's talk! We're offering free consultations to help you understand your options.