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Amy Christopherson founder of Grounded HR,  making your small business team click.

Amy Christopherson founder of Grounded HR, making your small business team click.

Update: 2025-07-09
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In this conversation, @Michael Kerr and @Amy Christopherson, founder of @Grounded HR, discuss her pathway into small business ownership, the importance of HR in small businesses, and the challenges faced by business owners. 

They explore the significance of leadership in employee engagement, navigating difficult conversations, and building a positive workplace culture. Amy shares insights on #exit planning, #employee ownership, and the impact of #remote work on business operations. The discussion emphasizes the need for a growth mindset and the importance of focusing on people within organizations.

Takeaways;

  • Amy started Grounded HR while traveling Australia.
  • HR should be accessible to small businesses from day one.
  • Disengaged employees can sacrifice profit.
  • Business owners need to learn people management skills.
  • Difficult conversations are acts of kindness.
  • Small gestures can build a positive workplace culture.
  • Remote work has changed employee expectations.
  • Exit planning is crucial for business resilience.
  • Employee ownership can be a viable transition strategy.
  • A growth mindset is essential for business leaders.

 


Thanks for listening.  Visit the Owner To Owner Podcast website to subscribe, listen back, or check out any resources or information mentioned on the show.

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Reach out to Michael Kerr via the website if you need personal assistance or advice for your small business.

michael.kerr@kerrcapital.com.au

www.ownertoownerpodcast.com.au

 

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Amy Christopherson founder of Grounded HR,  making your small business team click.

Amy Christopherson founder of Grounded HR, making your small business team click.

Amy Christopherson, Michael Kerr