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𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐑 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 Running a small business means juggling many roles—from technical expert to marketing strategist, IT specialist to HR manager. But let’s be honest: trying to do it all isn’t just exhausting; it’s impractical. Well, here’s a game-changer: outsource HR! When you’re ready to hand over your HR tasks, you’ve got 2 main routes to consider: the big HR houses or independent HR consultants. Let me break it down... 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐇𝐑 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬: They might provide you with generic, off-the-shelf solutions, but these firms often lack a deep understanding of your unique business dynamics. Be prepared to talk with different representatives frequently. 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐑 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: Partnering with someone like me means you get dedicated, customised support. I take the time to truly understand your business and drive your goals forward. I deliver support that fits your needs. Here are some benefits you’ll enjoy from working with me: 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Receive support that fits your specific needs. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Benefit from 30 years of international experience. 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: Get top-tier HR support without breaking the bank. 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠: Focus on what you do best and leave the HR to me. 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰-𝐡𝐨𝐰: Work with someone who learns your business inside out. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Stay on the right side of the law and avoid costly mistakes. 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐌𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Mitigate risks with expert advice. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫: Take it from me; a good laugh always helps! Let’s disrupt traditional HR models and find a solution that truly works for you! Together, we can make great decisions for you, your business, and your team. If you’re looking for an HR partner who is committed to your success and understands your unique challenges, DM me and let's have a coffee. #WINCHR #HRConsulting #HospitalityHR

Running a thriving business is incredibly rewarding, especially when growth leads to the need for additional help. If a company owner has a background in management, they likely have some experience with onboarding, training, and evaluating employees. But for entrepreneurs accustomed to working solo, expanding a team presents new challenges. This is where having human resources (HR) becomes essential. The main question for small businesses is whether to outsource HR or keep it in-house. OUTSOURCING VS. INSOURCING HR Building an internal HR department makes sense for mid to large-sized companies, especially when managing a larger workforce. However, hiring an entire HR department isn’t practical for small businesses with only a few employees. In these cases, outsourcing HR tasks is often quicker, more efficient, and cost-effective. WHY HR MATTERS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES HR is essential for any business that employs staff. However, HR tasks—such as payroll, compliance, and employee relations—are time-consuming and don't directly contribute to the company’s bottom line. If left to the owner or key staff, handling these tasks can drain productivity and lead to costly mistakes. Outsourcing HR provides immediate benefits. By freeing up time, small business owners can focus on activities that directly drive revenue, improving overall operations. TOP 3 BENEFITS OF OUTSOURCING HR 1. **Time Savings**  2. **Cost Efficiency**  3. **Reduced Staff Turnover** A good HR outsourcing partner starts with a consultation to understand the company’s specific needs, especially during expansion. They manage job postings, screen resumes, and handle initial candidate interviews. HR specialists even assist in crafting interview questions and conduct screenings, presenting only the most qualified candidates for final interviews. They also handle rejection emails for applicants not selected, saving the business owner time and effort. Outsourcing HR can save small businesses time and money while reducing turnover by streamlining the hiring and onboarding process. If you’re a small business owner considering outsourcing HR, companies like AZ HR Hub offer excellent concierge services to support your expansion needs. If you would like to learn more about AZ HR Hub, please check them out at AZHRHub.com. #supportingsmallbusinesses #azhrhub

"Hiring and Retention Tips for Small Business Owners" . . . #Hiring and retention are top challenges for small business owners. Learn why employees are leaving and how your business can #recruit and retain candidates! https://ow.ly/v85b50QLQ51 #Recruiting #HR #HumanResources #ApplicantTracking #TalentManagement

We are excited to be partnering with a number of talented 'Fractional HR' professionals! But what is 'Fractional HR'? ......Here are 10 pointers to bring you up to speed. 1. 💛 If you don't believe you have a need for full time HR resource or don't think you have the budget to secure the talent you need? Then maybe 'Fractional HR' is the way to go. 2. 💛 A fractional HR professional is someone with broad and extensive HR expertise, that can support your business on a part-time (often interim) basis. 3. 💛 Skilled enough to credibly navigate and interact with the SLT/founders/CEO 4. 💛 They provide all the HR tools, skills, knowledge and expertise required to ensure that your business has the HR strategy it needs to achieve its goals. 5. 💛 They will continue to add value as the business grows and evolves. 6. 💛 Typically SME's, start up's and scale up's benefit from this model. 7. 💛 Businesses get on-demand access to HR expertise without having to hire a full-time HR leader that they likely can’t afford and may not need. 8. 💛 This model offers flexibility, enabling you/the business to dial up/dial down the resource as required 9. 💛 Its a cost effective way of managing your business resource, with the cost of a fractional HR leader typically costing 50-60% less than a full-time HR leader. 10.💛 In summary, your business gets exactly what it needs for a 'FRACTION' of the cost! There is a gradual increase in the demand for Fractional HR talent and an increase in HR talent interested in working the Fractional model. If you think that you or your business may benefit from Fractional HR talent, then please reach out to gain further insight. #fractionalHR #sme #scaleups #startups

Fractional talent is a strategic approach that offers significant advantages when woven into workforce planning, in particular: ✅ Cost savings ✅ Enhanced productivity ✅ Unmatched flexibility ✅ Improved retention + engagement In our latest article we’re digging into the details, leaning into statistics, like: 👀 All-in, it costs about $475,827 to hire an HR leader full-time. Read the full breakdown and more on the cost-benefit of fractional talent compared to relying exclusively on permanent employees: https://buff.ly/3wyEBXN #fractionaltalent #freelance #contingentworkers #independentworkers

Thinking about opting for staff augmentation for your project? Without further ado, let’s take a look at particular #staffaugmentation benefits. - Fresh View and Great Experience  Staff augmentation allows businesses to bring experts with specialized skills and fresh perspectives. These experts can offer innovative solutions to problems or suggest improvements to current practices.   - Cost Effectiveness Staff augmentation can be a more cost-effective solution than hiring full-time employees, especially for short-term projects. Companies save on benefits, taxes, and other costs associated with full-time employees. Also, when the project is over, the contract ends, avoiding the costs of layoffs or maintaining idle staff.   - Hire on the Go Staff augmentation allows for quick #hiring to meet immediate needs. This is particularly useful for projects with tight timelines or unexpected workload increases.   - Time-Saving Imagine someone taking care of finding, screening, and onboarding candidates, freeing up your company's HR team to focus on other tasks! In addition, it can reduce the time to start a project since the needed skills can be brought on board more quickly.   - No Geographic Limitations One of the significant benefits of staff augmentation is the ability to source talent from anywhere in the world. You are no longer restricted to hiring professionals in their immediate geographical areas. This opens up a much larger talent pool and allows companies to utilize global expertise and diverse perspectives.   - Risk Mitigation Businesses can hire temporary staff based on their projects' exact requirements and adjust as those requirements change. This flexibility helps maintain optimal staffing levels, reducing the risk of overstaffing or understaffing.   - Preserving Organizational Culture  Large-scale hiring can disrupt this culture, as a sudden influx of new employees may bring different work habits, attitudes, and expectations that clash with the existing culture. Staff augmentation, however, allows companies to bring in temporary staff to fulfill specific roles without the long-term commitment of a full-time hire.   - Maintaining Business Control With full #outsourcing, a company hands over control of specific functions or projects to a third-party provider. While this can have benefits, it also means that the company has less direct control over performing those functions. On the other hand, staff #augmentation allows businesses to maintain direct control over all projects and tasks. The augmented staff works under the company's direction and guidelines, ensuring that the work is done in a way that aligns with the company's standards, practices, and objectives.

Are you struggling to create an HR manual that truly supports your unique business needs? Crafting a comprehensive HR manual can be overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling multiple priorities. It’s essential to have clear guidelines in place to maintain a harmonious workplace, but where do you begin? Without the right policies, your company could face legal issues, miscommunication, and valuable time wasted. You don’t want to risk losing top talent or harm your business’s reputation, right? We understand your concerns! These 5 Essential HR Policies Every Company Should Have in Their Manual! We’ve done the groundwork, so you don’t have to. Let us help you streamline your HR processes and ensure compliance with best practices, regardless of your company size, whether you are startups , SMEs or large companies. Ready to take the hassle out of HR manual creation? Let our expert team help you develop a customized HR manual that aligns with your company values and industry standards. Comment YES to book your HR Consultant or DM us and level up your HR game today! Remember, an effective HR manual is the foundation of a successful company. Don’t leave it to chance! Let us support you in building a stronger, happier, and more productive workforce. #hrpolicies #hrmanual #workguidance #startups #smallmediumenterprise #bigcompany #compliance #employeeengagement #hr #hrconsulting #hrconsultant #hrconsultancy #hrconsultants #hradvisor #hrleaders #hregypt #hrservices #hrsupport #businesssupport #cairo #egypt #cairoegypt #cairoegypt #aplushrconsultation

Pain points for a growing business If you are a growing business chances are you might be experiencing some growing pains. It looks different for every business and it depends on the number of people on your team, your industry, and services you provide. Here are some example of growing pains: 1️⃣ you might need to hire additional employees 2️⃣ you might need to hire subject matter experts (SMEs) 3️⃣ you might need to provide additional training 4️⃣ you might need to create new procedures 5️⃣ you might need to revise policies and guidelines 6️⃣ you might need to implement new processes 7️⃣ you might have employee concerns 8️⃣ you might need to offer new incentives 9️⃣ you might be facing potential legal risks #10. you might need an HR consultant 😉 For every stage of growth one thing is for certain There will be growing pains. And no you the growing pains won't just go away. If you are a business owner experiencing growing pains You don't need to experience it alone either. 💫 Hire the HR expert who will help you through growth What growing pain are you facing? = I'm a HR expert for small to mid-size businesses and start-ups. Find my featured section for: - A zoom call to hear about my HR services - A consultation call/text for advice on "all things HR"

95% of our businesses in the UK have fewer than 10 employees. So I don't want to hear that you are "too small" because even with a small team, HR challenges can make or break your success. You didn't start your business to worry about employment law or struggle with retention. You're passionate about your product or service. So why let HR headaches slow you down? Here's how partnering with an HR consultant like me can fuel your growth: ✨ Protect Your Business: Stay compliant and avoid costly legal pitfalls. I'll keep you updated on the latest regulations. ✨ Retain Your Top Talent: In a small team, losing even one key player hurts. I'll help you create an environment where your best want to stay. ✨ Recruit Smartly: Compete for top talent, even against bigger firms. I'll show you how to attract the right people without breaking the bank. ✨ Build a Winning Culture: Create a workplace that reflects your values and drives productivity. Culture is your competitive edge. ✨ Scale with Confidence: Implement HR systems that grow with you. Be ready for 10, 20, or 100 employees without the growing pains. ✨ Don't let HR be the reason you can't focus on what you do best. As your HR partner, I'll handle the people stuff so you can handle the business stuff. Interested in seeing how we could work together? Let's chat. Drop a comment or DM me to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. Your business deserves big-company HR expertise, without the big-company price tag. #SmallBusinessHR #UKEntrepreneurs #HRConsulting #ScaleUpSuccess

Ever heard of Fractional HR? Confused about what that even means? No need to fear! We have an answer! Fractional HR is a flexible, cost-effective solution that provides companies with expert human resources support on a part-time or as-needed basis. Instead of hiring a full-time HR team, businesses can bring in seasoned professionals to handle key tasks such as recruitment, compliance, employee relations, and more. It’s a great way for companies to access high-level HR expertise without the expense and commitment of a full-time hire—perfect for startups or businesses in transition. Exceptional HR is a fractional HR company that can do all of this and more, backed by years of skill and expertise. Contact us today for a free consultation! Neil Katz, SPHR, RBLP-T #FractionalHR #HRSupport #ExceptionalHR #BusinessSolutions #HRConsulting #StartUpSupport #SmallBusinessGrowth #FlexibleWorkforce #HRServices #TalentManagement #fractional #flexible #growth #support #CEO #business