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Running a small business in Australia often means wearing many hats. In the early stages, DIY HR —handling contracts, payroll, policies, and employee issues yourself—can feel efficient and cost-effective. But as your business grows, DIY HR quietly becomes a risk . At P&P Consulting , we work with Australian small–medium businesses every day, and one pattern is clear: This article explains why DIY HR stops working as your business scales , the hidden risks involved, and what s

Many small and medium businesses believe that once their HR policies are written, their compliance obligations are covered. Employee handbooks are in place, contracts are signed, and documents sit neatly in folders or shared drives. But here’s the reality: It’s the system behind them that determines whether they actually work. At P&P Consulting, this is one of the most common gaps we see when working with growing businesses — not a lack of effort, but a lack of structure. HR

Buying a business? Read this before you sign anything. Buying a business is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. On the surface, everything can look appealing — tidy financials, steady revenue, loyal customers, and a seemingly stable operation. But the truth is that numbers only tell part of the story. On paper, everything can look perfect — clean books, stable cashflow, loyal customers and a “smooth operation.” But behind the scenes? And this is where so many buyer