Episode description

Sarah Brooke is an HR expert and Co-Founder at https://freerangeworks.co.nz/

Chapters

00:00 Intro

03:17 Marketing Strategies: From PR to Cold Calls

06:03 Building Relationships: The Role of PR in Business

09:28 Navigating Challenges: The Impact of Recession on HR

12:26 Empathy in Leadership: Handling Tough Conversations

15:15 Crisis Management: Dealing with Workplace Incidents

18:20 Foundations of HR: Importance of Policies and Agreements

21:31 Cost of Neglect: Financial Implications of Poor HR Practices

23:15 Changing Perceptions: The Role of HR in Organizations

23:37 Building a Care Culture in the Workplace

25:28 Effective Communication and Leadership

29:01 Navigating Workplace Challenges

30:44 Evolving Business Models and Pricing Strategies

34:01 Understanding Financials for Business Success

37:17 Challenges Facing SMEs in 2024

39:46 Creating a Supportive Work Environment

43:22 Incentivizing Employee Performance