🚩 5 Signs You Might Already Need HR Support
1. You’re hiring from the hip
Posting on Facebook, shooting a few texts, and hoping for the best doesn’t cut it. Sometimes you get lucky, but other times it leads to bad hires, mismatched expectations, and unnecessary headaches. Your hiring process should be more intentional.
Real-Life Example:
A small plumbing company in Vancouver had been hiring through word-of-mouth and posting random job ads. It worked for a while until they started hiring people who didn’t fit the culture of the business. This created tension in the team, affecting morale and performance. With some HR support, we set up a more structured recruitment process that attracted skilled workers who were a better cultural fit.
2. Your turnover is higher than you’d like
You’ve got good people, but they’re not sticking around. Whether it’s poor communication, unclear expectations, or burnout, high turnover is a red flag. HR support can help uncover the real reasons people are leaving and fix them before it becomes a bigger problem.
Case Study:
The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) in British Columbia faced high turnover because their workers felt undervalued and unclear about their roles. After conducting employee feedback sessions and analyzing exit interviews, they introduced better communication practices and revised job descriptions. Within six months, turnover decreased by 30%, and employee engagement improved significantly. (realizesolutions.ca)
3. You’re not 100% sure what’s legally required
From vacation pay to overtime, you can’t afford to wing it. You need to know what you’re legally obligated to provide. Whether it’s compensation, benefits, or the right way to terminate someone, not staying compliant opens you up to risk.
Industry Insight:
According to a 2022 report by the Small Business Association, 60% of small business owners admitted to making costly HR mistakes because they weren’t familiar with employment law. The risk of fines and lawsuits is real, and it only takes one incident to become a major issue.
4. There’s tension in the crew, and it’s affecting the work
A toxic attitude in the crew can drag down the whole team, impacting productivity, morale, and job satisfaction. Ignoring it doesn’t make it go away. HR support can step in to mediate and resolve conflicts, and provide you with strategies to avoid them in the future.
Real-Life Example:
A contracting business in Alberta came to me because of ongoing tension between two key employees. One was constantly criticizing the other’s work, and it was beginning to affect the rest of the crew. After a mediation session and a few team-building activities, the issue was resolved, and the team’s productivity improved.
5. You’ve got policies… in your head
If everything you know about HR is stored in your head, your inbox, or some random notes, it’s time to get organized. Chaos leads to mistakes, confusion, and frustration for both you and your team. Written policies, clear procedures, and set guidelines save time and protect your business.
Case Study:
A small construction firm in Vancouver was relying on verbal agreements and unwritten rules when it came to time off, pay, and performance expectations. This led to confusion and conflict over what employees were entitled to. After creating a basic employee handbook, things became clearer, and disputes dropped significantly.
🔥 What Happens When You Wait Too Long
Let’s keep it real:
- You lose good people—turnover is costly, both in time and money.
- You waste time solving the same problems over and over.
- You end up putting out fires instead of leading your team to success.
- You open yourself up to risk—legal, financial, and reputational.
It’s easy to think HR issues will solve themselves, but by the time you realize they won’t, you could be facing bigger, more expensive problems. Don’t wait until you’re scrambling to catch up—get ahead of these issues before they escalate.
✅ What HR Help Actually Looks Like
You don’t need a full-time HR person.
What you need is someone who can:
- Build a hiring process that helps you attract the right candidates.
- Set up simple, straightforward policies that match your company’s values and vision.
- Coach you through tricky situations, from performance management to employee relations.
- Help your people feel supported and empowered, without adding unnecessary fluff.
A few hours a month can give you peace of mind, smoother operations, and a stronger, more engaged team. Whether you need help with day-to-day HR tasks or need support in navigating complex situations, it doesn’t have to be a huge commitment of time or money.
👊 You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
You’re good at what you do. You know the business. I know the people.
Let’s take that stress off your plate. You don’t have to handle HR on your own or waste valuable time trying to figure out everything yourself.
HR doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s build a stronger workforce, together.
Got questions or not sure where to start? Send me a message. No pressure, no BS—just support that works.
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