HR Strategy Program for ABC Members
A 6-week guided HR consulting program designed to help AIM Business Connect (ABC) members strengthen HR practices, reduce compliance risk, and build the people infrastructure needed to grow.
Small Business HR Strategies Program
This six-week program pairs your company with an experienced HR consultant to help build the HR foundation your business needs as you grow.
During the program you’ll:
- Strengthen hiring and onboarding practices
- Build core HR policies and documentation
- Improve employee management processes
- Reduce HR compliance risk
During the program, you’ll work directly with an HR expert to develop key HR systems that support your growing business, including:
- Hiring documentation and offer letters
- Job descriptions and recruiting practices
- Employee onboarding and documentation systems
- Personnel file setup and recordkeeping
- Foundational employee policies and handbook structure
Each company receives 12 hours of personalized HR consulting over six weeks to help address real HR challenges and strengthen internal systems.
Program value: $3,000 per company
Cost to ABC Members: FREE – made possible by the Cummings Foundation
Not an ABC member yet? That’s okay. We’re happy to have you apply for the program, fill out the form below and our team will connect with you about both the program and AIM Business Connect (ABC).
Express Interest in the Program
ABC members are invited to express interest in the Small Business HR Strategies Program, a six-week guided program designed to help growing businesses strengthen their HR practices.
Participating companies get personalized HR consulting to tackle real business challenges and strengthen internal systems.
Participating businesses receive:
- 6-week guided HR strategies program
- 12 hours of personalized HR consulting
- Practical HR tools and templates
- A roadmap for strengthening HR practices
Total program value: $3,000
Cost to ABC members: $0
Space is limited to ensure each business receives personalized support.
Not part of ABC yet? You’re still invited to apply.
Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch to discuss the program and ABC membership.
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Hear from Businesses That Have Strengthened Their HR with AIM
“As I scaled my business, AIM HR Solutions provided the essential HR consulting needed to successfully hire my first full-time employee. They expertly guided me through creating multiple job descriptions, refining my interview and screening processes, and developing a comprehensive employee handbook and offer letters.”
Shana Bryant – CEO & Founder, Manifested Events
Fully Funded HR Strategy Program for ABC Members
Through AIM Business Connect’s Economic Inclusion initiative, eligible ABC members can participate in this program at no cost.
Each company receives 12 hours of personalized HR consulting support over six weeks.
Total program value: $3,000
What We’ll Build Together During the Program
Week 1 – Pre-Employment Activities
- Identify requirements of fair employment laws
- Develop the organization’s EEO policy
- Evaluate job applicants based on compliant job-related criteria
- Conduct all phases of the hiring process to avoid discrimination
Week 2 – Hiring Employees
- Draft a comprehensive offer letter
- Set up and maintain compliant employee files
- Understand the step-by-step process of completing Form I-9
- Design and implement a structured onboarding process
Week 3 – Compensation and Benefits
- Identify and understand the key legal requirements for compensation practices in Massachusetts
- Discover employee benefits best practices
- Properly manage and issue final paychecks
- Determine overtime eligibility in accordance with FLSA standards
Week 4 – Performance Management
- Identify best practices and pitfalls in writing performance evaluations
- How to create and utilize a performance evaluation form
- Write clear and achievable performance objectives
- Learn strategies for conducting comprehensive reviews
Week 5 – Documentation and Termination
- Manage the critical aspects of the termination process
- Effectively manage and maintain employee files
- Understand the legal requirements for administering COBRA, if applicable
- Prepare company guidelines for providing references
Week 6 – Establishing your HR Plan
- Understand the recommended handbook policies based on employer size
- Prepare to communicate policies to employees
- Assess HR areas that are at risk and require immediate attention
- Develop an action plan with timelines and resources
By the end of the program, you’ll have the knowledge, tools, and action plan needed to confidently manage HR in your organization.
Quotes from Past Participants
The course was world class. My instructor was phenomenal, a perfect mix of business and grace. Each session was packed with a wealth of knowledge and valuable resources packaged ever so neatly and delivered with precise simplicity. I am still digesting!
- Nicola Holness, M.B.A., Chief Executive Officer, Caribbean Foundation of Boston |