HR Headaches: The SME Owner’s Survival Guide helps New Zealand SME owners tackle everyday HR challenges without needing a full HR team. It offers practical advice on hiring smarter, onboarding properly, and managing performance early to avoid costly mistakes.
The guide highlights legal basics—like written contracts and fair dismissal processes—to help businesses stay compliant. It also shows how to build a strong workplace culture through open communication, recognition, and clear values.
Other key topics include supporting mental health, offering flexible work options, resolving team conflicts quickly, and using low-cost training to grow talent. It encourages using HR tech to streamline admin and improve employee experience.