Employers Rx LLC
Second of a three part series
Search Google or Yahoo using the keywords employee leasing or professional employer organization and you will find hundreds of websites offering all variations of employee leasing, HR Outsourcing and PEO services. Many are legitimate websites for companies that actually provide employee leasing and HR services. These sites belong to "Providers", companies that are Professional Employer Organizations like ADP and Oasis Outsourcing.
Never Judge a Book by it's Cover
Another type of website offers “quoting” services that will allow you to receive quotes from multiple companies. Very often these websites are designed to do nothing more than capture leads. These "Lead Generation" sites don’t offer professional services or expertise, but are simply taking your contact information and selling it. Often your company profile is stored in a database, and sold to 10 or more sales organizations that are foolish or desperate enough to pay $25 - $50 for your “lead”.
Still other websites offer employee leasing and PEO consulting services from professionals who will analyze your needs, introduce you to suitable partners, and assist you with the proposal and implementation process. As in any industry, it is sometimes difficult to tell who truly has the expertise and integrity worthy of your business.
The most important website for information about the industry is www.napeo.org, the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations. There you can learn about the co-employer concept, the history of the industry, statistics, and a list of member employee leasing companies, PEOs, as well as PEO brokers and consultants. The primary function of NAPEO is to promote the industry to business owners and government officials. Members pay NAPEO annual association dues based on their size to support these efforts.
Unfortunately, Google and Yahoo often list the NAPEO website on the second page. Usually people will click on the first few "paid" inclusions found at the top and side of the search page. These ads are sold to the highest bidder and it may indicate an organization that is more interested in putting their money into marketing, instead of delivering affordable quality service.
Unfortunately, Google and Yahoo often list the NAPEO website on the second page. Usually people will click on the first few "paid" inclusions found at the top and side of the search page. These ads are sold to the highest bidder and it may indicate an organization that is more interested in putting their money into marketing, instead of delivering affordable quality service.
Look for part three:
What is Behind Door Number 1, 2, or 3?
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