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HR issue? Where not to get your HR advice from

Mike Clyne

When managing human resources (HR) matters with no or limited internal HR resources, your choice of HR guidance and support can significantly impact your business. Avoiding unreliable sources is important, as the risks of changing employment legislation, compliance issues and workplace conflicts can be high. Working with an experienced HR consultant offers significant advantages, especially for those operating in regulated markets.

 

In this article, Mike Clyne, founder of FeMan Consulting highlights where not to get your HR advice from and the benefits of partnering with a specialist HR provider.


 

Sources to avoid for HR advice

 

Social media platforms

 

While platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter might occasionally offer insights, relying on them for HR advice can be risky. Content can be generic, or often anecdotal, lacking the nuances required for specific cases. In the worst case, misinterpretations or outdated guidance could lead to costly legal complications.

 

Unverified online forums and AI

 

Online forums and AI platforms can be breeding grounds for misinformation. Anonymous contributors on forums often share personal opinions rather than fact-based, legally sound advice, while platforms such as Chat GPT may provide inaccurate information that is not appropriate for more complex or sensitive HR matters.

 

Non-HR professionals in the workplace

 

Seeking advice from managers or colleagues without HR expertise can result in incorrect interpretations of policies or laws as well as other poor outcomes.

 

Outdated blogs and websites

 

Relying on old or unverified online resources could leave you following obsolete frameworks or incorrect advice, particularly as employment laws and regulations evolve.

 

Generic advice columns or news articles

 

These sources rarely consider the intricacies of industry-related or specific circumstances, leading to broad and often impractical recommendations.

 

Influencers or self-proclaimed experts

 

The growing prevalence of "HR influencers" may be tempting, but verifying their credentials is critical. Without proper qualifications, experience and reputation, their advice could do more harm than good.

 

Friends and family

 

Even with the best intentions, personal connections often lack the expertise or understanding of complex HR issues. Their experiences are usually limited and not reflective of the broader employment landscape or legal requirements.


 

So why choose a specialist HR provider?

 

An experienced HR consulting firm, like FeMan Consulting, provides expertise and tailored solutions that far surpass the reliability of other sources. As a team with decades of hands-on HR and background screening experience across various industries and economic conditions, here’s how we support firms with little to no internal HR resources.

 

Trusted business partner

 

FeMan Consulting has been supporting and advising on HR matters since 2005 and is recognised as a specialist outsourced HR partner, offering consulting, support and advice to firms at any stage of the business life cycle. Whether your firm is a start-up, expanding or experiencing a difficult period, our team works as an extension of your business, with an eye always on your bottom line.

 

Comprehensive expertise

 

With experience dating back to 1989, Mike Clyne at FeMan Consulting understands the complexities of employment laws and HR best practices. Whether handling redundancies, managing employee relations or implementing new HR policies, we can ensure on-going employment compliance while addressing the unique HR needs of your business.

 

Specialist services

 

From creating bespoke employee handbooks to managing difficult performance issues and employee conversations, FeMan Consulting offers a full suite of services designed to save time and mitigate risk. We also provide strategic guidance for business growth, such as background screening, onboarding processes and developing in-house HR capabilities.

 

Pragmatic, realistic guidance

 

Rather than just being a third-party, we partner with you to offer and help implement practical solutions. Our collaborative approach ensures that your business benefits from actionable, tailored strategies that reduce administrative burdens and support operational efficiency, allowing you to prioritise your core business operations.

 

Focus on cost-effectiveness

 

Engaging FeMan Consulting is more cost-effective than building an internal HR team, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses. We ensure your access to high-quality support without the overhead costs of a full-time internal HR function.


 

Why choose FeMan Consulting?

 

While it may seem tempting to turn to informal sources for quick and cheap HR advice, doing so can create more problems than it solves. Engaging with a professional HR provider like FeMan Consulting ensures you receive dependable, specialist, legally compliant and tailored support for all your HR and background screening needs – no matter how sensitive or complex.

 

To find out more about how Mike and the team can support your business in navigating different stages of your firm’s HR journey, contact us here. 

 

 

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