Free HR Tools for Startups

StartupHRTools.com provides 15 free interactive HR tools for startups hiring their first 1-100 employees. All tools run in your browser with no signup required.

Our Free Tools

Startup HR Risk Check - Identify compliance and HR risks based on your current setup.
Employee Cost Calculator - Calculate the fully loaded cost of an employee above their base salary.
True Cost of Hiring Calculator - Estimate internal and external costs of filling open roles.
W-2 vs 1099 Contractor Risk Checker - Check misclassification risk when hiring independent contractors.
Offer Letter Generator - Generate a clean, professional employment offer letter.
Job Description Generator - Create standard job descriptions quickly and easily.
New Hire Onboarding Checklist - Generate a structured onboarding plan for new employees.
Startup HR Compliance Checklist - Check your federal and state compliance requirements.
Exempt vs Non-Exempt Checker - Determine if a role should be eligible for overtime pay.
PTO Policy Builder - Draft a clear paid time off policy for your team.
Benefits Cost Calculator - Estimate the monthly and annual cost of offering employee benefits.
Recruiting Cost Calculator - Calculate expected agency fees, job board costs, and internal time.
Salary Range Builder - Create a formal compensation band around your target salary.
Termination Risk Checklist - Evaluate legal and operational risks before letting someone go.
PEO vs Payroll vs HRIS Decision Tool - Decide which HR technology model fits your startup's stage.

All tools are free, work in your browser, and require no signup. Built by HR professionals for founders and small teams. By TalentForge360 LLC.

Missouri HR Compliance for Startups

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Quick answer: What startups need to know about Missouri employment law. Final pay, minimum wage, workers comp, and more for Missouri employers.

At-Will Employment

Missouri is an at-will employment state. Employers may terminate employees for any lawful reason. Missouri recognizes a public policy exception to at-will employment.

Final Pay

Missouri requires final pay immediately for involuntary terminations. For voluntary resignations, final pay is due by the next regular payday.

Minimum Wage

Missouri's minimum wage is higher than the federal rate and increases annually based on inflation. Check the Missouri Department of Labor for current rates.

Workers Compensation

Missouri requires employers with 5 or more employees to carry workers compensation. Construction employers with 1 or more employees must carry coverage. Agricultural and domestic workers are exempt.

Right-to-Work

Missouri is a right-to-work state. Employees cannot be required to join a union or pay union dues as a condition of employment.