A Better HR Business

In a recent episode of the HR business marketing podcast, A Better HR Business, Ben and his guest, Val Esway, founder of Work with Val, talk about the challenges of hiring, compliance, and employee management for small and growing businesses across the US and Canada. Val Esway partners with founders and leadership teams to build the recruiting and HR foundations necessary for sustainable growth....

When companies use realistic job simulations, they can finally see beyond CVs and surface true talent, regardless of background.Removing bias from recruitment isn’t theoretical; it’s achievable. Grounding hiring decisions in real-world, data-driven simulations gives every candidate a fair shot and helps teams identify who will actually succeed in the role.Smart hiring isn’t about who interviews...

Hiring for remote roles sounds easy in theory.In reality? It’s noisy, rushed, and increasingly flooded with AI-generated applications.That’s why I enjoyed learning about Isidora Mayer, CEO of FlatWorld and her very human take on global hiring.FlatWorld isn’t just about skills matching.It’s about fit: company culture, personal happiness, and long-term success on both sides.Isidora’s own leadership...

Employee benefits aren’t about money.They’re about how people feel.When leaders offer personalized perks, employees feel seen, valued, and more connected to the company. Genuine care in culture beats bigger paychecks.A strong workplace isn’t built on swag. It’s built on choice, recognition, and everyday experiences employees actually enjoy.On my latest episode of A Better HR Business, I sat down...

After a long break, Disrupt Dublin is returning on Thursday, 26 February 2026, bringing fast talks, sharp thinking, and real conversations about the future of work in Ireland.In this episode, I’m joined by my event co-host Bill Banham, Editor of HR Gazette, host of the HRchat Podcast, and one of the long-standing forces behind Disrupt events across the UK, Ireland, the US, and Canada.We talk...

Whether you run an HR software company or an HR consultancy, one thing is always true: big annual revenue targets only work when you turn them into simple weekly actions that actually bring in demos, sales calls, consulting calls, and new clients.In Episode 299 of the A Better HR Business podcast, Ben outlines a clearer, calmer way to think about sales planning for the year ahead. The ideas apply...

Struggling with low profitability? Here’s the truth most business owners don’t want to hear: it’s rarely about selling more. It’s about tightening operations, focusing on the right clients, and removing the stress that drains your team and your bottom line.Not every customer is a good fit - and that’s okay.When you intentionally serve your most profitable and appreciative clients, your culture...

Success in business isn’t just about working harder.Dr. Eugene K. Choi highlights the importance of recognizing when we’re stuck in survival mode and intentionally shifting to the executive state, where creativity, empathy, and better decisions thrive.Many of us spend about 70% of our adult lives in a stress-driven survival state. Imagine the impact if leaders could operate from the executive...

I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Geraldine Butler-Wright, Founder and Chief People Officer of RorCas and about scaling tech companies. Geraldine is also the host of the excellent "People and Pioneers" podcast, where she explores the human side of innovation and success.Here are other topics from our conversation:The Real Reputation of HR: HR shouldn’t be a cost center stuck pushing...

A strong HR foundation in small business isn’t just about compliance - it’s about retention. When employees feel valued throughout their journey, your business and culture grow.Too often, small businesses hand HR to office managers, leaving critical practices to chance.Real expertise ensures a positive, compliant, and trust-filled workplace.Handled well, tricky situations are de-escalated,...