Human Resource Consulting and Compliance Culture

Revolutionary HR Outsourcing
for Minnesota Businesses

Our vision is to be the leading provider of HR services in Minnesota by delivering exceptional value through innovative solutions and customer service. We provide competitive pricing to fit any organization’s budget.

About Extraordinary Workforce

HR compliance can be stressful. It shouldn’t be.

We provide a comprehensive range of solutions for human resource and culture compliance, addressing challenges such as high turnover and low productivity. We help organizations cultivate a thriving workplace that fosters employee retention, enhances productivity, and ensures alignment with legal standards.

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Years of Small Business HR Consulting
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Client Satisfaction

We Care for Your Team, So You Can Care for Your Business

Keep Your Business in Compliance

Federal & State Mandates

We assist companies in navigating complex federal and state mandates by providing expert guidance on compliance with labor laws and regulations.

1099 vs. Employee Status

We help businesses avoid costly misclassification risks, accurately determining 1099 vs. employee status while staying aligned with federal and state requirements.

Handbooks & Code of Ethics

We create employee handbooks and codes of ethics tailored to your company’s values and policies. These essential documents establish clear expectations and maintain compliance.

Improve Your Company Culture

Training & Development

By offering tailored workshops and resources, we enhance employee skills and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within your organization.

Work-from-Home Solutions

Enable your team to remain productive and engaged, no matter where they are. Our solutions ensure everyone feels valued and satisfied, fostering a unified work environment. 

Conflict Resolution

We work directly with your team to resolve workplace conflicts. Instead of having a great employee leave in frustration, let’s work together to create better communication.

Recruit & Retain Your Staff

Talent Acquisition

From sourcing top talent to streamlining the hiring process, we help you build a strong, capable workforce that drives long-term success.

Employee Onboarding

We create customized onboarding programs that set clear expectations, build company culture, and equip employees for productivity from day one.

Solutions for High Turnover

We reduce high turnover by identifying root causes and implementing targeted retention strategies to help you foster loyalty, engagement, and employee satisfaction.

HR Outsourcing & Benefits

Benefits Administration

We simplify the complexities of managing employee benefits, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency, while helping you offer competitive benefits packages.

Retirement & Health Accounts

We offer expert management of retirement and health care accounts, providing guidance on plan options that align with your employees’ needs and your company’s goals.

Open Enrollment

Our open enrollment services streamline the process, ensuring employees understand their benefit options and make informed choices, selecting the best coverage for their needs.

HR Compliance

1099 vs. Employee Status
Federal and State Mandates
Breakroom Documentation
Employee Handbooks
Employment Forms
Code of Ethics
Harassment and Discrimination
Security and Awareness

HR Consulting

Leadership Development
Employee Training & Development
Performance Management
Conflict Resolution
Work from Home Solutions
Strategic HR Assessments
Culture Consulting & Development

Recruiting & Retention

Recruiting
Retention (High Turnover)
Onboarding
Reboarding Contractors to W2 Status
Employee Engagement
Recognition & Incentives
Work/life balance

Benefits Administration

Benefits Administration
Health Care
Disability
Employee Wellness
Open Enrollment
COBRA Compliance
Retirement Accounts
FSA/HSA Accounts
Time & Attendance

Extraordinary HR Solutions

Building Strong, Compliant & Engaged Teams

An engaged workforce doesn’t just comply with mandates. It drives innovation, productivity and business growth. Let our HR experts help your business build a stronger team.

Fractional HR Services to Help You Thrive

Does Your Business Need Human Resources Help?

No Paperwork Hassles

We handle the administrative tasks and compliance details, so you can focus on what matters most — growing your business and supporting your team.

We Handle 1099s, W-2s, I-9s, etc.
Employee Handbook & Code of Ethics
Regulatory Forms and Documentation

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Less Employee Turnover

Reducing employee turnover is key to building a loyal, engaged workforce. We help you create a positive culture that retains top talent and fosters growth.

Recruit & Retain Top Talent
Train & Develop Leaders
Focus More on Running Your Business

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Better Company Culture

Cultivate a workplace of inclusion and collaboration where your employees feel valued, empowered, and motivated to contribute their best every day.

Reduce Workplace Conflicts
More Productive Workdays
Employee Recognition & Incentives

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Get Started Today in 3 Easy Steps

Book a Free Consultation

Start by scheduling your free 60 minute consultation. You’ll speak directly with Ann, our founder, who will help you determine your needs.

Craft Your Unique Plan

After carefully listening and understanding your needs, we craft a tailored HR strategy customized to meet your unique business goals.

Sit Back and Let Us Work

We take the stress out of HR management. Cultivate your internal culture so your staff loves Sunday nights!

Expert Business & People Solutions

HR Consulting for a Changing World

At Extraordinary Workforce, strategy is paramount — we lead HR initiatives that encompass recruiting, training, employee engagement, team-building, employee incentives and retention to meet the fluid demands of market dynamics and technological shifts.

We champion workforce growth by embracing change and fostering environments where mentorship and recognition thrive. We’re experts in sales target management and identifying new opportunities, enabling us to craft strategies that attract top talent and foster long-term employee retention within dynamic corporate settings.

Ann Dugstad, MBA

Ann Dugstad, MBA

Our Mission:

Cultivating an Extraordinary Workforce for a Remarkable Future

We serve our clients by providing extraordinary levels of professional services to engage every generation and level of management in the workforce.

Culture Starts From Within

We take a holistic, sustainable approach to HR compliance and culture consulting. We focus on business pain points that have an impact on cultural engagement. Our solutions lead to:

Less Turnover
Higher Productivity
No Paperwork Hassles
Better Company Culture

Where We Serve

Human Resources Consulting in Rochester, Minnesota

Rochester Area

Minnesota, USA

Twin Cities Metro

Minnesota, USA

Owatonna Area

Minnesota, USA

Red Wing Area​

Minnesota, USA

Testimonials & Reviews

Hear What Makes Us Different

“(Ann) mentored me, gave me support whenever I had a question, and was always there to share best practices. Ann’s attention to detail, matched with her care and sense of urgency for her clients, makes her an excellent business partner for any organization.”

Brenda N.
Account Manager, Merchology

“Ann has been an incredible partner during my time with HCA and has consistently gone above and beyond for my team. Whenever we have a request, especially time-sensitive ones, Ann always responds right away and is able to provide high level solutions in a timely manner. Her work has made a huge difference in our facility!”

Frank S.
HR Practitioner, HCA Healthcare

“Extraordinary Workforce can work with you and your employees and get you on the same page. It is hard to bring change to a work culture, and bringing in an expert from the outside can pay huge dividends!”

Dan Zimmer
Broadway Laundromat, Rochester, Minnesota

“(Extraordinary Workforce) works with companies to get to the root of their problems with employee issues and turnover to prevent the problems rather than continuing to replace employees, which is more costly! “

Diane Steen
Designz by Diane, La Bella Baskets

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Please reach out to: ann@extraordinaryworkforce.com and we will reach out to you promptly.

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