Module 1: What HR Really Includes (And How to Structure It)
Your starting point for understanding real-world HR — not the corporate version.
In small teams, HR is often scattered, inconsistent, or stuck in someone’s head. This module gives you clarity on what HR actually includes, and how to begin structuring it — without needing a full department.
🎯 Use this module if you’re a founder, office manager, or solo HR figuring things out on the fly.
Summary/Objectives:
HR doesn’t start with policies — it starts with clarity. In this module, we break down what HR actually includes in a small business and how to begin structuring it with confidence. Whether you’re a founder or solo HR, this sets the tone for everything that follows.
What HR Actually Covers in Small Businesses
Hiring and onboarding
Performance feedback and development
HR admin and reporting
Basic compliance (contracts, leave, etc.)
Why Structure Matters (Even in Small Teams)
“If HR responsibilities aren’t defined, they default to whoever’s available — and that creates confusion.”
Building a Basic HR Function Map
Visual explanation or reference to downloadable
Who handles what
When to revise structure
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Thinking HR is just paperwork
Avoiding documentation
Not assigning ownership of people-related tasks
What to Do Next
Download the HR Function Map
Review your current HR activities
Watch Module 2: Recruitment & Selection