Standalone roles are typically found in start-ups and smaller organizations where the People team consists of only one member – you! It's a challenging yet rewarding role. In this episode of HR Coffee Time, guests Nicola Head and Georgina Wright talk through the positives and challenges they've encountered in their experience of standalone HR/People roles, along with valuable advice on how to thrive in such a position.If you're considering a standalone role for the first time this episode aims to demystify the role and help you determine if it might be the perfect fit for you.Some of the many things covered include:The autonomy and freedom a standalone role can bring.The importance of prioritisation.The challenges of the role, including a lack of peers to sense check or run ideas past.How to set yourself up for success by building a strong support network, investing in automation and systems, and keeping your employment law knowledge up to date.Useful LinksConnect with Fay on LinkedInFay’s website: Bright Sky Career Coaching Rate and Review the PodcastIf you found this episode of HR Coffee Time helpful, please rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you're kind enough to leave a review, let Fay know so she can say thank you. You can always reach her at: fay@brightskycareercoaching.co.uk. Enjoyed This Episode? Don't Miss the Next One!Be notified each time a new episode of HR Coffee Time is released and get access to other free career tips, tools and resources by signing up to receive the free weekly HR Coffee Time email. How Fay & Bright Sky Career Coaching Can Help YouIf you’ve been enjoying the podcast & would like some support from Fay or her colleagues at Bright Sky, take a look at all their services detailed on the Bright Sky Career Coaching website.Mentioned in this episode:Inspiring HR Group ProgrammeFay's group programme, Inspiring HR, is back! If you'd like to build your confidence, influence, impact and strategic skills, alongside a small group of other dedicated HR/People professionals, here is the link to learn more and sign up: https://brightskycareercoaching.co.uk/group-coaching-hr-professionals/

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