With a challenging year behind us and a new, hopeful one ahead, there’s no better time to take steps towards becoming a better employer to your helper–especially if you’ll be onboarding one this year. Whether you are hiring a helper for the first time or renewing your work contract with a trusted one, getting off on the right foot with your helper is key to integrating her into your household and creating a healthy working relationship. To get you started, here are three affordable and effective ways you can be a better employer and improve your relationship with your helper.