The HR Link: Practical, People-First HR Support for Australian Small Businesses
Oct 09, 2025
Practical, People-First HR Support for Australian Small Businesses
Managing HR in a small business can feel overwhelming. Between compliance, team needs, and growth, it’s easy for people management to fall to the bottom of the list—especially when time and resources are limited.
Many small business owners find themselves caught between expensive retainers and impersonal tech platforms that don’t quite fit. That’s where The HR Link, Grounded HR’s signature service, steps in.
In the first episode of The HR Link: People-First Conversations, Amy Christopherson, founder of Grounded HR, shares why she created this flexible HR support model and how it’s helping Australian business owners manage their teams with clarity, care, and confidence.
Why Traditional HR Services Don’t Work for Small Businesses
Most HR solutions were designed with larger organisations in mind. Traditional HR consultancies often require long-term retainers that can cost thousands each month, while tech-based platforms provide only generic advice or automated responses.
As Amy explains, this model doesn’t suit the reality of small business. Many owners can’t justify multi-year contracts, nor do they have the capacity to manage HR software that doesn’t truly understand their business.
“Small business owners were telling me they felt pressured—if they wanted to do things right, they had to pay big for it. That’s not how HR should work.”
Filling the Gap: Introducing The HR Link
Recognising this gap in the market, Grounded HR designed The HR Link as a people-first HR solution that combines professional advice with flexibility and accessibility.
The HR Link gives business owners access to qualified, human HR support—not bots or templates—through a simple monthly membership. It’s about peace of mind without pressure, helping you stay compliant while creating a stronger, more connected workplace.
What’s Included in The HR Link
Every membership includes practical support and real human connection:
1. Monthly One-to-One Consultations
You’ll meet each month with a qualified HR consultant who understands your business. These sessions help you tackle challenges, plan ahead, and stay aligned with best practice.
2. Community Chat Access
Ask HR questions on the go through The HR Link’s private chat group. You’ll receive personalised responses within 24 business hours—no call centres or automated scripts.
3. Resource Library
Members also gain access to a growing collection of HR templates, masterclasses, and tools covering topics such as employee engagement, performance management, and compliance.
This mix of on-demand advice and practical resources gives you confidence to make people decisions quickly and correctly.
Who The HR Link Is For
The HR Link is designed for busy Australian business owners with small but growing teams—typically between five and thirty employees—who want reliable HR guidance without committing to a full retainer.
If you’re still hands-on in your business but ready for expert support to manage your people more effectively, The HR Link is built for you.
What Makes The HR Link Different
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No long-term lock-ins: You can join for six months or pay month-to-month.
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Money-back guarantee: If it’s not the right fit after 30 days of genuine engagement, you’ll receive a full refund.
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Qualified advice: Every response comes from an experienced HR professional—not a chatbot or virtual assistant.
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People-first philosophy: Grounded HR puts relationships and wellbeing at the centre of every solution.
This approach allows small business owners to access HR support that feels human, practical, and empowering.
Moving from Reactive to Proactive HR
One of the biggest benefits of The HR Link is learning to shift from reactive to proactive HR. Instead of waiting for problems to arise, members gain the tools and confidence to lead with intention.
From running regular performance conversations to managing underperformance or updating contracts, The HR Link helps you build strong foundations before issues escalate.
As Amy shares, “We want you to have the confidence to handle challenges and the systems to prevent them in the first place.”
No Pressure, Just the Right Fit
The HR Link is about supporting the right businesses in the right way. There’s no hard sell—just open conversations to explore whether it’s a fit for your stage of growth.
You can book a discovery call with the Grounded HR team to learn more and even get a behind-the-scenes look at how the platform works before joining.
Explore The HR Link here
Final Thoughts
Small business HR doesn’t need to be complicated or costly. With The HR Link, you gain access to trusted professionals who understand your business, your people, and your time constraints.
By taking a people-first, proactive approach, you’ll not only reduce HR stress but also build a more confident, connected, and compliant team.
Free Resources for Small Business Owners
Grounded HR offers a range of free tools to help you get started:
Learn more about how to lead with a people first approach to HR through our The HR Link: People-First Conversations Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
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