Season 6 has begun! Small business owners and HR professionals: you do not want to miss this one!

In this episode, Michael Risinger interviews Alicia McDougal, Founder of Legacy Inspired HR Solutions LLC, an HR consultancy specializing in helping small businesses navigate their human resources needs. Alicia discusses the importance of onboarding and training for employee retention, her journey from corporate HR to consulting, and the significant impact small businesses have on their communities. She emphasizes the need for integrating HR strategies into overall business strategies and highlights the value of soft skills in the workplace.

Alicia also shares her vision for simplifying HR processes for small business owners and her plans for future community engagement.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to HR and Small Business Needs

03:12 The Importance of Onboarding and Training

06:10 Alicia's Journey to HR Consulting

09:16 Why Focus on Small Businesses?

12:04 The Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

14:58 Overcoming Challenges in HR Consulting

17:52 The Role of HR in Today's Job Market

20:32 Dispelling Myths About HR

23:21 Supporting Job Seekers in a Tough Market

29:00 The Journey of Recruitment and Community Impact

31:40 The Importance of Soft Skills in the Workplace

34:25 Leadership Development and Employee Relations

36:51 Building Leadership Skills Through Volunteering

40:20 Finding Motivation and Support in Personal Life

44:04 Simplifying HR for Small Business Owners

50:55 Integrating HR Strategy with Business Goals

Learn more about Alicia and LIHRS LLC:

• Website: https://www.lihrsolution.com

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lihr_solutionsllc or @lihr_solutionsllc

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-mcdougal-mba-phr

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This interview was recorded @kcbctv studio, and the guest’s own studio environment.

Music: “Hackers” by Karl Casey / White Bat Audio @whitebataudio on YouTube and Instagram.

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