Human Resources Blog

As we enter the season of gratitude, November gives us a chance to pause, reflect, and strengthen the foundation our workplaces rely on — our people. This month’s edition focuses on year-end planning, supporting employees through the holidays, and keeping your business compliant, steady, and ready for 2026.

A Season of Gratitude: Thankful for Our Clients & Community

Thanksgiving is the perfect reminder that strong workplaces are built through trust, consistency, and connection.

At Delta Administrative Services with Gotcha Covered HR, we’re grateful for:

• Louisiana businesses who care deeply about their teams
• Leaders who invest in training, compliance, and culture
• HR professionals shaping better workplaces every day

Your commitment inspires us — and we’re proud to support you through every season of growth.

HR Tip of the Month: Prevent Holiday Burnout Before It Starts

Holiday stress is real — especially for small and mid-sized teams balancing deadlines, staffing shortages, and PTO overlaps. A few proactive steps now can prevent bigger issues later:

✔ Send early reminders on PTO request deadlines
✔ Encourage managers to distribute workload fairly
✔ Offer flexible scheduling where possible
✔ Reinforce expectations around holiday pay and attendance policies

A supportive approach reduces stress, strengthens morale, and helps teams stay focused and resilient as they move into the final, fast-moving weeks of the year. If you need help preparing your team for the holidays, our HR consultants are here to support you.

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Training Spotlight: Strengthening Teams Before the New Year

As November comes to a close, now is the perfect moment to invest in training that strengthens your team, builds confidence, and sets everyone up for a strong and focused start in January.

Our most requested end-of-year programs include:

✓ Performance Review Coaching
Equip managers with tools to lead productive, effective year-end conversations.

✓ Conflict Resolution Workshops
Reduce tension and improve communication during the busy holiday months.

✓ Leadership Refresh Sessions
Short, high-impact sessions focused on communication, accountability, and resilience.

✓ Team Alignment Workshops
Clarify goals, reset expectations, and prepare teams for new-year initiatives.

Empowered teams close the year stronger — and step into Q1 with clarity.

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Industry Insight: Holiday Hiring Is More Competitive Than Ever

Seasonal hiring is extending beyond retail. Healthcare, hospitality, logistics, and professional services are all boosting short-term staffing to meet Q4 demand — creating one of the most competitive holiday hiring seasons in years.

What employers are prioritizing:

• Faster onboarding processes
• Clear, simplified job descriptions
• Pay transparency and upfront PTO details
• Training that keeps short-term hires productive quickly

If your team needs help managing recruiting, screening, or onboarding during the holiday rush, we’re here to help.

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Benefits Update: What Employees Are Asking for This Open Enrollment Season

With open enrollment underway, we’re seeing several benefits trends shaping employee decisions for 2026:

✓ More interest in mental health and well-being support
✓ Flexibility-focused benefits (stipends, hybrid support, lifestyle perks)
✓ Higher participation in voluntary plans
✓ More questions around out-of-pocket costs and plan transparency

Employees want clarity. They want options. And they want benefits that reflect the realities of modern life.

As a PEO, we help small businesses offer large-group benefits that stay competitive — even in a tight labor market.

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Need help with workplace training, compliance audits, policy updates, or planning your fall benefits rollout? We’re here to support you every step of the way.