Six tips for turning difficult discussions into healthy conversations
25 Aug 2026Difficult workplace conversations can feel daunting, but handled well, they can lead to stronger working relationships. Here are six tips for turning challending discussions into positive, productive conversations.
Medical incapacity inquiries surge 150% among New Zealand SMEs
25 Aug 2026MyHR data shows medical incapacity inquiries among New Zealand SMEs have surged 150% in four years. MyHR's Sylvie Thrush Marsh shares her insights on the trend, the challenges it creates for small businesses and what employers need to consider.
More restructures reported as businesses reach a 'crunch point' - MyHR
23 Jun 2026Cost-of-living pressures are putting the squeeze on New Zealand hospitality. MyHR data shows restructures surged 191% in the first quarter, as small businesses look for ways to cut costs while protecting jobs. MyHR’s Sylvie Thrush Marsh shares what’s driving the trend.
All you need to know about restructuring your business
24 Apr 2024Recent high-profile examples of company-wide redundancies underline the importance of managing restructurings correctly. MyHR’s Sylvie Thrush Marsh says businesses need to act in good faith, consult clearly and effectively, and ensure they don’t expose themselves to legal risks later on.
23 Jan 2024Sean O’Brien and Jason Ennor are North Shore entrepreneurs with global ambitions for their hybrid HR service. Having established a strong presence across New Zealand and Australia, they’re now working hard to take MyHR even further afield.
My HR survey reveals small and medium sized businesses expect improvement
28 Jul 2023My HR data reveals almost two thirds of companies expect revenue to improve in next year and 60 percent of businesses expect to raise salaries in the coming months.
27 Jul 2023New employment data shows business confidence among small and medium businesses is optimistic despite ongoing economic and employment challenges.
