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​Hiring your first employee is exciting… and risky if the basics aren’t set up. Common “first hire” mistakes we help you avoid:

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• Misclassifying employees vs. contractors

• Missing required U.S./ California policies/notices

• No consistent offer letter and onboarding process

• No documentation system (performance, discipline, terminations)

• Confusion around leave, accommodations, sick time, workers’ comp, and final pay

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You don’t need a full HR department. You need a clean, compliant foundation.

 

What you get (the deliverables) First U.S. Hire HR Setup Package (U.S.&California-ready)

 

We’ll build (or clean up) your essentials so you can hire and operate confidently:

 

Hiring & Onboarding

• Offer letter + required disclosures (tailored to your role and location)

• Onboarding checklist + manager onboarding script

• New hire forms workflow (what to collect, when, and how to store)

• Probation / introductory period guidance (if you use one)

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Core Policies (Small Business-Friendly)

• Workplace conduct + anti-harassment basics

• Time off + paid sick leave baseline guidance

• Remote work / confidentiality / IT acceptable use (as needed)

• Simple “people rules” that match your culture

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HR Infrastructure

• Personnel file set-up (what goes where, what never goes where)

• Record keeping and documentation templates

• Basic performance + feedback cadence

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Founder & Manager Support

• “What to say / what not to say” guidance for sensitive moments

• Quick training: hiring decisions, documentation, and respectful management

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Optional add-ons

• Employee handbook build-out (CA or multi-state)

• Workers’ comp set-up coordination + return-to-work process

• Termination documentation + separation checklist

• Bilingual onboarding materials (English/中文)

 

Set up compliant HR foundations, hire confidently, and avoid expensive missteps. L.A. Confidential HR Solutions helps startups and small businesses build HR systems that scale without overcomplicating it.

 

This Package is Perfect for:

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• First-time U.S. employers

• International companies expanding into the U.S. (especially China → U.S.)

• California-based startups hiring their first 1–20 employees

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Mini FAQ:

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Q: Can you help if I’m hiring remotely in another state? 

A: Yes—multi-state setups are available. California has unique rules; we’ll build a foundation that scales.

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Q: Do I need a full handbook before my first hire?

A: Not always. Many founders do best with a “minimum viable handbook” plus key policies first, then expand as headcount grows.

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Q: Do you provide legal advice?

A: I provide HR compliance guidance and best practices. When legal counsel is needed, I coordinate with your employment attorney.

Reach out to us Or message “FIRST HIRE” and we’ll send a hiring readiness checklist.