Mental health is now one of the most common reasons employees ask for support or take time off, and it’s a positive sign that people feel more comfortable speaking up. But many small business owners still feel unsure how to respond when someone’s wellbeing starts affecti...
How to Handle Employee Misconduct Without Ending Up in the ERA
November 23, 2025
Dealing with misconduct can feel like walking through a minefield. Whether it’s lateness, rudeness, safety breaches, or a serious incident, many employers panic and want to act quickly. That urgency is understandable, especially in small and medium sized businesses where o...
Probation vs Trial Period: What NZ Employers Need to Know
November 19, 2025
Many New Zealand employers get confused about the difference between a probationary period and a trial period. While both relate to the early stages of employment, they serve very different purposes and come with very different legal rights and risks.With the law being stric...
What to Pay Employees for Stat Days Over Christmas: A Simple Guide for NZ Employers
November 19, 2025
Christmas is fast approaching, which means employers across Aotearoa are preparing for one of the busiest periods of the year. Alongside managing leave requests, reduced hours, and shutdowns, one common question always pops up:“What do I need to pay my employees for public...
Managing Sick Leave: A Practical Guide for Small Business Employers
November 17, 2025
Sick leave is one of the most common issues employers face, and it can quickly become confusing when different situations arise across your team. Understanding the rules and having a consistent, fair approach helps protect your business, supports your people, and reduces the...
Building a Strong Team and Culture in a Small Business
November 16, 2025
In today’s business environment, small businesses are competing not only for customers but for great people. The way you lead, support and develop your team has a direct impact on productivity, retention and how well your business can adapt to change. With technology evolv...
Can I Cut an Employee’s Hours or Pay? A Simple Guide for NZ Employers
November 13, 2025
Reducing an employee’s hours or pay is a common concern for New Zealand employers, particularly during periods of financial pressure, shifting customer demand or operational change. While these situations can create a genuine need to adjust staffing levels, any change to h...
Recruiting the Right Way: How Businesses Can Hire with Confidence
November 12, 2025
Recruiting the right person can make or break a small business. Get it right, and you gain someone who adds value, fits your culture, and helps you grow. Get it wrong, and you can spend months managing performance issues or starting the process all over again.At proHR, we of...
10 HR Tasks Small Businesses Often Outsource (and Why It Makes Sense)
November 11, 2025
Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats — sometimes too many. When you’re juggling operations, customers, and cash flow, HR can easily slip down the list. The trouble is, when people issues are left too long, they often become expensive problems.That’s why...
The Rise of Flexible and Hybrid Work in New Zealand
November 10, 2025
Why It’s Now a Must Have, Not a Nice to HaveOver the past few years, the way New Zealanders work has changed dramatically. What started as a short-term pandemic response has evolved into a long-term shift, with flexibility and hybrid work now becoming permanent expectation...
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