HR Advice For Small Businesses

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with HR Consultant & DEI Specialist, Clea Arrieta.
Clea is a big sister, first-generation Canadian, and queer woman of colour. She’s had the deep privilege of working with incredible teams within the tech, non-profit, and civic organizing spaces that are focused on creating employee experiences that matter. By day, she is an HR Consultant at Bright + Early who works to partner with small to mid-size organizations to create thoughtful and intentional employee experiences. And by night, she sits on the board of QueerTech and Mabuhay House Society.
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Key Takeaways for quick navigation and Timestamp Summary:
[00:16] HR myths stem from historical views but organizations, big or small, benefit from investing in HR early on.
[02:32] HR should be customized based on the size, scale, and stage of the organization, focusing on collaboration and feedback.
[05:36] Small businesses with 2-10 employees should prioritize values, culture, and employee experiences early on.
[06:32] Small businesses can start with free resources, build values, diversify, ensure recruiting alignment with values, and document processes.
[10:39] Failing to set HR foundations can lead to missed goals, stress, and operational challenges as a company grows.
[14:19] Early-stage founders should focus on defining mission, vision, values, compliance, and hiring practices to set a strong foundation.
[18:30] In mid-growth stages, onboarding, feedback surveys, and performance reviews become crucial for organizational stability and alignment.
[22:23] Reviewing roles and responsibilities is crucial as teams grow to avoid confusion.
[24:13] Data tracking and time blocking can help small teams prioritize hiring needs.
[27:02] Bringing fun into HR can be done through weekly check-ins, shoutouts, and celebrating good work.
[30:33] Remember to lean on your community for support and guidance in your HR journey.
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