Credit: Total HRM

Managing people comes with responsibilities that can be difficult to navigate, particularly when you’re running a small business and HR isn’t you day job.

This practical one-hour workshop will give small business owners and managers a straightforward introduction to some of the HR fundamentals that help create a well-managed and compliant workplace.

You’ll gain a better understanding of key employment obligations and the everyday HR practices that can help prevent problems before they arise. The session is designed to provide practical guidance you can take back to your own workplace and use with greater confidence.

You’ll learn about:

• key HR responsibilities when employing and managing people

• employment basics every small business owner should understand

• the importance of clear employment documentation, policies and processes

• practical ways to manage common workplace issues

• where to seek advice when you’re unsure of your obligations.

Presented by Lucie Wallis, an experienced HR practitioner and facilitator. Lucie helps business owners and managers navigate the people challenges of running a workplace and brings a practical, down-to-earth approach, making complex HR and workplace issues easier to understand and apply.

Attendance is complimentary and provided by Total HRM as part of 2026 NSW Small Business Month.