Iona HR Consulting

I absolutely LOVE this image from Pejman Milani. It applies to so many situations. For me, it’s a perfect example of how easily issues could be resolved - often with just a simple conversation. Something as straightforward as saying: “Can we grab ten minutes? I just wanted to let you know that what you [said/did] isn’t okay. Going forward, this is how we handle it [give example]. Do you have any questions?” But here’s the thing: managers often shy away from these conversations. Whether it’s fear of confrontation or uncertainty about what to say, they avoid it. And the problem doesn’t go away. It grows. So, what happens? The employee keeps doing what they didn’t know was wrong, the manager gets more frustrated, and the team loses respect for both. It typically ends one of two ways: ?? A formal disciplinary investigation for “repeated misconduct” (that, let’s remember, the employee didn’t even know was misconduct). ?? The manager finally snaps, raises the issue in a heated, inappropriate way, and either a grievance is raised or one (if not both) of them ends up off sick with “work-related stress.” Sound familiar? And to think, all of it could have been avoided with a simple, honest conversation. So, which knot would you rather tackle? The tangled mess of avoidance, or the simple act of addressing it early? Next time your gut tells you something needs to be dealt with, listen. Or ring me for help, and I’ll coach you through it. Let’s stop the avoidance.

"3 reasons you should work with me. (And one reason why you shouldn’t.)" Let’s be honest - there are plenty of HR service providers out there. But here’s the thing: we all bring something different to the table. Here are 3 reasons why I might just be the right fit for your business: ? You’re done with HR jargon. You need straight-talking, no-nonsense solutions that actually work. Forget templated advice - what you get from me is tailored to your business, with real-world practicality. ? You care about more than just ticking boxes. You’re invested in creating a workplace where people thrive, not just a company that stays compliant. You want a healthier, more productive environment, and you need someone who shares that vision. ? You want to stop putting out fires. Reacting to HR crises is exhausting, right? Let’s get ahead of the game. I’m all about being proactive and helping you spot potential problems before they become headaches, saving you time, stress, and sleepless nights. But here’s why you *shouldn’t* work with me: ? You prefer formality over personality. If you’re looking for a super corporate, straight-laced approach, we probably won’t click. I believe in being down-to-earth, approachable, and—yes—a little bit of humour doesn’t hurt. If this sounds like your cup of tea, drop me a message and let’s have a chat about how I can help.