Attention California Employers: Your Q4 2026 HR Action Items Checklist

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Close Out 2026 Strong with People Rock HR: End of Year Performance Reviews, Holiday Memos, Open Enrollment Support, and 2026 Harassment Prevention Training for Employers in Sacramento and San Clemente

As we head into the final quarter of the year, now is the perfect time to pause, plan, and prepare for a successful finish to 2026.

Q4 California Employer Checklist

A little preparation now can help ensure a smooth transition into the new year. Review the following items to make sure you’re prepared for a strong finish to the year:

  • Make time for one last performance conversation with each employee before annual performance evaluations come around.
  • Create an End of Year Memo to communicate holiday closures, Vacation/PTO policy reminders, and remind employees to update their personal info, etc.
  • For many employers, Open Enrollment is quickly approaching. Reach out to us if you need a broker referral or a benefits summary.
  • Was your last Harassment Prevention Training in 2024? Get your 2026 Harassment Prevention Training for Employers scheduled today!

If you need any help tackling the items on our Q4 checklist, or if you have other HR tasks on your list, give us a call today!

Our HR Ninjas are located in Northern CA (Sacramento/Folsom) and Southern CA (Orange County/San Clemente area). We are here to make sure that nothing falls through the cracks and that you’re set up for a smooth and successful end to the year.

📞 916.576.1976 (Folsom) & 949.424.8175 (Orange County)
📧 hrninja@peoplerockhr.com

Offices in Folsom and San Clemente, Orange County, CA