Family members may be ripe for hiring this summer. Rhonda Abrams recommends definitive and proactive rules when hiring family members. These rules also apply should you hire close friends or even third cousins once removed.
When bringing family members into the business, discuss touchy issues like salary, schedule flexibility and reviews upfront. Then put it all in writing.
Source: USA Today, May 18, 2022. Link.
INSIGHTS: Been there, done that . . . twice. Beyond Abrams excellent list, there needs to be some consideration given to current non-family staff and career advancement:
- Avoid polarizing the entire team by treating family members differently
- Establish career advancement opportunities and expectations with the entire team
- Clearly inform how the family hire is aligned within the business to avoid favoritism attitudes