HR Voices Podcast

A podcast for independent HR and people professionals, and the businesses they support.

Episode 52

Title: Conversations That Move HR Forward: Highlights from Episodes 47–51

Host: Mary Asante | HR Independents Ltd

Release Date: 23 June 2025

In this special recap edition of the HR Voices Podcast, host Mary Asante reflects on the standout insights, frameworks, and tools shared over the past five episodes. From navigating difficult conversations to smart marketing, ethical investigations, outplacement support, and scaling your business with virtual assistants—this recap brings together the best of recent guest wisdom to help you grow your HR practice with clarity and purpose.

Whether you're a long-time listener or just joining us, this episode is your quick-start guide to some of the most valuable conversations we've hosted this season.

🔍 Episode Highlights:

🎤 Ep. 47 – Facilitating Difficult Conversations with Sarah Harvey

Discover the STREET CREDS framework and learn how to balance candour and sensitivity. Psychological safety, timing, and emotional intelligence are key to getting tough conversations right.

🎤 Ep. 48 – Marketing Beyond Referrals with James Lyon

James challenges HR consultants to stop relying on referrals and embrace strategic, repeatable marketing systems. Get practical tips on using LinkedIn, email, websites, and automation to grow visibility and stability.

🎤 Ep. 49 – Investigations and the PEACE Model with Kate Marston

Explore the PEACE model for evidence-based investigations. Learn the importance of planning, impartiality, and clear terms of reference to conduct fair and legally sound investigations.

🎤 Ep. 50 – Outplacement Support with June Hogan

Redundancy doesn't have to mean disengagement. June shares how outplacement services can protect morale, support leavers compassionately, and maintain your employer brand.

🎤 Ep. 51 – How Virtual Assistants Help HR Consultants Scale and Succeed with Kelly Matcham

Kelly explains how virtual assistants can be your “25th hour in the day,” helping HR consultants outsource admin, marketing, and more—so you can focus on the work that matters.

🧠 Key Themes Across Episodes:

• ✅ Structure supports success – Frameworks like STREET CREDS and PEACE give you tools to handle complexity.
  
  
  
  

• ✅ Marketing is risk management – Consistency builds trust and pipeline stability.
  
  
  
  

• ✅ Delegation is strategic – From VAs to outplacement, smart support enables growth.
  
  
  
  

• ✅ Compassion is not optional – Whether navigating redundancies or hard conversations, how you show up matters.

🎧 Listen & Engage

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