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What is an HR partnership?
An HR partnership gives your organization ongoing access to an experienced HR leader without the cost of a full-time hire. Modern works alongside your leadership as part of your team, building structure and guiding people decisions.
Who do you work with?
Founder-led, family-owned businesses, and nonprofits, typically 10 to 75 employees, that are ready to move from informal people management to intentional, sustainable structure.
What happens on the consult call?
It’s a relaxed 60-minute conversation about where your organization is, what’s weighing on you, and what you hope to build. If there’s a fit, we’ll recommend a partnership level. No pressure, no obligation.
How much does a partnership cost?
Every organization is different, so we share pricing after a consult where we learn about your team, your goals and the level of support you need.
Partnerships
How long do partnerships last?
Many of our clients partner with us for years. We walk through partnership terms on your complimentary consult, based on your needs.
Can we change partnership levels?
Yes. Your needs will change as you grow, and you can move to a different partnership level as they do.
Do you meet with our employees directly?
It depends on the level. At Foundation, leaders lead conversations with our guidance. At Leadership Growth, we may participate when appropriate. At Strategic Partnership, we actively facilitate complex employee relations situations.
Are you fully virtual?
Our three partnerships are delivered virtually through video meetings and a shared drive, so we can support organizations nationwide. For organizations in the Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska areas, we also offer fractional HR: the same tiered support, with in-person meetings, trainings and team support.
Scope
Do you handle payroll or benefits administration?
We don’t offer payroll processing at this time. We do guide benefits strategy and broker selection, and help streamline open enrollment.
Do you support multi-state employers?
Yes. We can support employers in multiple states that fit our focus: family-owned businesses and nonprofits with roughly 10 to 75 employees.
Do you offer one-time projects?
Yes. Projects such as a handbook rebuild, compensation review or performance system launch can be engaged on their own.
Are you a law firm?
No. Modern provides HR guidance, not legal advice. When a situation calls for legal counsel, we’ll tell you and can connect you with trusted employment attorneys.
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Book a complimentary consult and we’ll talk through where your organization is today, where you want to go, and which partnership fits.