Most of Bryan’s clients have between 3 and 30 employees. However, we can work with any size businesses preparing for growth and larger organizations that need additional support for a specific initiative.

Squirrel Solutions is often the best fit for businesses that have outgrown their current systems but are not yet ready for a full-time HR or Operations leader.

While our systems can be adapted to many industries, we primarily support:

• Residential construction and remodeling companies
• Home service businesses
• Healthcare and therapy practices
• Nonprofit organizations
• Restaurants and hospitality businesses
• Professional service firms

Our focus is less about the industry itself and more about helping organizations build strong teams, effective systems, and healthy cultures.

Not exactly.
 
While coaching is part of what we do, Squirrel Solutions goes beyond advice and accountability. We help business owners implement solutions, not just talk about them.
 
Our work often includes hiring, onboarding, employee handbooks, leadership development, performance management, operational processes, and accountability systems.
 
Think of us as a blend of a Fractional HR Leader, Operations Partner, and trusted advisor. We help growing businesses build stronger teams, create better systems, and gain the clarity needed to scale with confidence.

Yes. Recruiting is one of our most requested services.
 
We help businesses attract, evaluate, and hire the right people by creating job descriptions, developing hiring strategies, screening candidates, conducting interviews, creating scorecards, and improving the overall candidate experience.
 
Our goal is not simply to help you make a hire. Our goal is to help you make the right hire.

Every position is different, but most searches take between 30 and 90 days depending on the role, compensation, location, and market conditions.
 
Entry-level positions may fill more quickly, while leadership, specialized, or technical roles often require additional time.
 
We focus on finding the best long-term fit rather than rushing to fill a seat.

Absolutely.
 
Many businesses operate with outdated handbooks that no longer reflect current laws, company policies, or workplace expectations. We review existing handbooks, identify gaps, update policies, and create customized employee handbooks that align with your business and workforce.
 
A strong handbook helps establish consistency, set expectations, and reduce risk.

Yes. We help business owners navigate employment-related requirements, policies, documentation, and workplace practices. While we are not attorneys and do not provide legal advice, we help businesses identify potential compliance concerns and implement practical HR systems that support compliance efforts.
 
We also can work alongside attorneys and other professionals when specialized legal guidance is needed.

At a minimum, most businesses should have:

• Employee Handbook
• Job Descriptions
• Employment Applications
• Offer Letter Templates
• New Hire Documentation
• Performance Review Forms
• Written Warning Forms
• Separation Documentation
• PTO and Leave Policies
• Workplace Safety Policies

The exact documents needed will vary based on your size, industry, and location.

Yes.

Many growing businesses struggle because important tasks live inside the owner's head rather than in documented systems. We help identify critical processes, document workflows, create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and improve consistency across the organization.

Strong processes reduce confusion, improve accountability, and make training new employees significantly easier.

We commonly help businesses address challenges such as:

• Hiring and staffing issues
• Employee turnover
• Poor communication
• Lack of accountability
• Inconsistent processes
• Leadership development needs
• Performance management concerns
• Onboarding gaps
• Team growth and scaling challenges

Our work focuses on building systems that allow businesses to grow without creating chaos.

Created by Bryan himself, The SCALE Growth Readiness Assessment is a tool designed to help business owners identify the areas creating the most strain inside their organization.

The assessment evaluates key areas related to systems, culture, accountability, leadership, and execution. Upon completion, business owners receive insights into where their organization is strongest and where improvement opportunities exist.

The goal is to create clarity around what is limiting growth and where attention should be focused first.

Yes.
 
Not every business needs ongoing support. We regularly assist clients with one-time projects such as:

• Employee handbook development
• Recruiting and hiring initiatives
• HR audits
• Performance management systems
• SOP creation
• Leadership training
• Organizational assessments

Project engagements are designed to solve a specific challenge and provide clear deliverables.

Many business owners wait too long.
 
Common signs that it's time to bring in HR support include:

• Employee issues are consuming your time
• Hiring has become difficult
• Turnover is increasing
• Managers are struggling with accountability
• Policies are inconsistent
• Growth feels chaotic
• Compliance concerns are keeping you up at night

If people-related challenges are preventing you from focusing on your business, it may be time to seek support.

Businesses are typically ready to scale when they have:

• Consistent demand for their services
• Clear operational processes
• Defined team responsibilities
• Strong leadership accountability
• Reliable hiring and onboarding systems
• Healthy financial performance
• A culture that supports growth

If growth currently creates confusion, burnout, or constant firefighting, your systems may need strengthening before scaling further.

The good news is that these challenges can often be addressed with intentional planning, improved processes, and the right leadership support.