You’ve got a business. Do you also ‘got’ family? As in, are they on staff at your place of business?

If not, but you’re considering it, what should the hiring process look like for family members? And once hired, how are they to be treated in comparison to other employees? Make no mistake; every staff member is aware of how family members are dealt with in counterpart to themselves.

So for unity amongst your staff, how can you make sure the experience is a successful one for all concerned?

Recently, a Raleigh News & Observer staff writer checked in with me regarding the pros and cons of hiring family members. I offered the following counsel on these workplace situations.

Full interview at ShopTalk via the Raleigh News & Observer.

For more tips or assistance with employee relations, compliance issues, etc., contact me. I offer an initial complimentary one-hour consultation for businesses desiring HR consulting.