HR consultant vs recruitment consultant: what’s the difference?
https://epicpeople.co.nz/recruitment-support/When a business needs to hire, the default reaction is often “I don’t have time for this, “Let’s call a recruitment agency.” In New Zealand, that’s common, but it’s not
How to develop leadership skills at work
Leadership skills can be learned. Here’s how to develop them at work — practically, humanly, and in ways that drive real performance and engagement.
Employment Relations (Termination by Agreement) bill broken down
This Termination by Agreement (also called mutual separation or mutual termination) bill is ready to have its second reading after significant changes recommended by the select committee. The new bill
How to squeeze the most value out of your workplace training – 6 tips
So, you’ve just finished a workplace training course. You probably turned up bright-eyed, coffee in hand, ready to absorb all the wisdom being shared. Maybe it was on communication skills,
Why managing poor performance should be your top priority
Managing poor performance is one of the most critical responsibilities of any leader. Yet many managers avoid difficult performance conversations, hoping the situation will improve on its own. Unfortunately, poor
What are great communication skills? 8 skills of an expert communicator
What really is great communication? We give 8 things to consider. Our communication skills course helps you connect, listen, and lead more effectively at work.
Supporting new team leaders: why hope isn’t a development strategy
Help your new team leaders succeed with practical, ongoing leadership development that builds confidence, capability, and long-term business success.
10 ways to stretch your staff training budget when money is tight
2025 has been a(nother) tough year. Remember last year, when everyone was saying “survive to 25”, because they thought that this year was going to be amazing? For many, it
5 signs that you may need team leader training
Whether you’re brand new to team leadership or you’ve been managing people for years, there’s always value in pausing to reflect on how things are going. Team dynamics, people challenges,
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Why high performing teams aren’t built the way you think
If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me how to build a high performing team, I’d probably be writing this from a beach somewhere. It’s one of ...
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The seven biggest restructuring mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Restructuring a business can be one of the most effective ways to respond to changing commercial needs. It can also be one of the easiest employment processes to get wrong. ...
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Some things I recently learned about the Privacy Act
I’m always learning. Even after more than 30 years in HR, there are still parts of employment law that surprise me. Recently (following requests on from TikTok followers and clients) ...
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Combining employee wellbeing and professional development: two birds, one stone
Employee wellbeing has become one of the biggest priorities for organisations over the past few years. At the same time, businesses are under pressure to improve productivity, develop leaders and ...
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Burnout, Instagram posts and an unjustified dismissal: a cautionary tale for employers
This Employment Relations Authority unjustified dismissal case is a useful reminder for employers about three interconnected workplace risks: excessive working hours and fatigue, health and safety obligations relating to psychological ...
