Employment Issues
This area will grow into a great resource for you to learn about employment issues in the horse industry. It's a process - so pardon the construction dust!
The Holidays and Your Pay, Gifts, and Tips
What Grooms and Employers need to know about holiday pay, gifts, and tips.
Is Your Resume up to Snuff??
Resume tips from an expert to help you get ready to land a dream job!
The Ethics of Being a Groom
Sometimes, Grooms find themselves in a tricky spot, and sometimes, they may find themselves in court because of it. How do you draw the line?
Independent Contractor + Injury + Court = Bad News for the Employer
A very recent court case in which a Groom was injured working with the horses. A mis-classification of her status as an independent contractor led to a landmark court case and epic payout.
What it costs to hire a Groom
An insightful look at the numbers behind hiring a Groom - what it means for Grooms and Employers alike in the horse industry
Hourly VS Salary - what should Grooms be?
An introduction into the differences between hourly and salaried employees, and what this has to do with Grooms!
Workman's Compensation Insurance
An in depth look at workman's compensation insurance and what is does for Grooms and Employers, alike.
How to Dress for an Interview
The tips and guidelines for Grooms to look their best for a Grooming job interview.
Harassment in the Workplace
A primer course on what harassment is, and the very many types of it!
Employee VS Independent Contractor
Are you and employee? Or are you an independent contractor?
