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We provide practical advice to SME's in all aspects of Employing staff and safety.

Our services range from transactional items such as purchasing enforceable contracts of employment and company handbooks to operational advice on how to handle matters such as recruitment, disciplinary, grievance, redundancy.

We provide advice via the telephone, email and on site for our clients so the right level of support is given to each business individually. Our clients deal directly with their own Consultant - we do not operate with a sales force or call centre so you deal with the same person every time.

As employment legislation can change rapidly and employees are increasingly aware of their rights, we give the reassurance to employers that they are acting fairly and following any required procedures to avoid costly mistakes.

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We provide a helpline service for all HR / People related issues.

Our helpline can be accessed Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with an out of hours service for urgent issues.

Whether you are looking for guidance on a one off issue or would like the peace of mind of having access to expert advice when you need it we have an option for you.

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I'm Sarah and I have built my own successful HR Consultancy business over the last 20 years as well as mentoring and working with other small businesses looking to launch and grow. I know first hand the challenges and frustrations of setting up in business and having to be an expert at everything (Sales, Marketing, Finance, People etc..)

Before working for myself I held a variety of roles within organisations including Sales & Marketing, HR, Training & Recruitment so I bring a range of skills.

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We provide a helpline service for all HR / People related issues.

Our helpline can be accessed Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with an out of hours service for ...

I&apos;m a <a href=&apos;https://danmartinuk.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>freelance content creator and event host</a> who helps small businesses and the organisations that support them. I&apos;m also Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol.
I have 20 years of experience as a small business journalist having interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs from famous names like Sir Richard Branson and Deborah Meaden to the founders behind brand new start-ups.
I&apos;ve worked for a range of leading small business publications and support groups, most recently as head of content at Enterprise Nation where I was responsible for the prolific output of content on the company&apos;s blog and social media. I now freelance for Enterprise Nation as the website&apos;s <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/business-news&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>news reporter</a> and as the host of the <a href=&apos;https://www.enterprisenation.com/podcast&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Small Business sessions podcast</a>.
I&apos;m based in Bristol where I run and host regular events with the local small business community in my role as Enterprise Nation&apos;s Local Leader for Bristol. I also have strong connections with other major business organisations in the south west region.
In total, I&apos;ve hosted over 100 events including conferences with an audience of hundreds for international brands like Xero and Facebook and live web chats from inside 10 Downing Street.
With my partner, I co-run <a href=&apos;https://www.lifestyledistrict.co.uk/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Lifestyle District</a>, a lifestyle blog focused on culture, art, theatre and photography.

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I am the Founder at Quest Consulting Services and I started my business to enable small - medium sized businesses get honest and practical advice in all things HR and people related.
I have built the business with a team that have business experience as well as HR expertise and so we pride ourselves on the fact we won&apos;t sit on the fence!
We support start ups who are employing their first member of staff right up to well established business with over 250 employees. Our message has always been the same - to give an affordable service, straight talking advice and for my team to be an extension of yours.
I also developed our People Plan Programme which gives smaller businesses access to an affordable way to think about their Employee Journey and how to put a people strategy in place to attract and retain the best people and have an engaged workforce behind your business.
To better develop Line Managers, we have created a range of workshops that are only 1/2 days and give very interactive and practical guidance on the types of issues Managers experience day to day - and if handled incorrectly can cause huge issues for businesses.
I love working with businesses that value their people and have a passion for what they do.

Line Manager Training Workshops - Half Day

We have developed a range of training workshops aimed at Line Managers who may have been promtoed but never received formal training.

These are interactive and practical, giving skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace to make them a more effective Manager.

Contact us for a full brochure on our rage of courses which cover topics such as:

- Having difficult conversations
- How to get a positive result from the disciplinary process.
- Absence Management
- How to handle employee c

Since 2005, I have been guiding executives, entrepreneurs, and individuals in developing their mental strength and successfully navigating change. The mental aspect is key for me, as it defines how we perceive and handle challenges. Professional communication forms the foundation of my work as a mentor and coach
Together with Daniela Lovric, I built a fully automated online academy in Switzerland. We are already working on a second academy focused on content creation. I convey successfully practiced knowledge from over 20 years of entrepreneurship, coaching, and mentoring.
My work focuses on empowering people to build resilience, recognize their potential, and unlock it. By combining deep knowledge with practical approaches, I aim to achieve lasting success. Whether in change management, career development, stress management, or entrepreneurial challenges, my goal is to support people on their journey and provide them with the tools they need for both personal and professional success. Every success starts in the mind. And that’s where I focus offering individual consulting, tailored coaching, and a clear emphasis on what matters most: inner strength. Websites from me and my work:
Services Change Management, Communication &amp; Development <a href=&apos;https://www.birolisik.com/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://www.birolisik.com</a>
Consulting &amp; Coaching YouTube Marketing, Strategy, Branding &amp; Content Creation: www.onspire-nation.com
<a href=&apos;https://www.linkedin.com/in/birol-isik-09664b271/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Linkedin </a>
<a href=&apos;https://www.fernstudiumfitness.ch/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Online Academy Switzerland (Nutrition &amp; Health)</a>
Coachpreneur is a program for aspiring coaches, where I provide 1-to-1 consulting and support as an advisor and entrepreneur. The goal is to help the aspiring coach establish their own business and position themselves correctly. <a href=&apos;https://www.coachpreneur.ch&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://www.coachpreneur.ch</a>
Business Masterclass Online
In my Business Masterclass, which will be released in February 2025, the focus is on business skills. The program will initially be available in German, with an English version also planned. If you&apos;re interested, feel free to send me an email. <a href=&apos;https://www.fernstudiumfitness.ch/birol-isik-business-masterclass/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>More Info About Business Masterclass (German)</a>

Projects that I have brought to life:
<a href=&apos;https://mastermindacademy.ch/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://mastermindacademy.ch/</a>
<a href=&apos;https://schweizimfokus.ch/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://schweizimfokus.ch/</a>
<a href=&apos;https://schweizimfokus.ch/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://content-creator-akademie.ch/</a>
More About me und my Life
In my free time, I do sports, meet with friends, read books and engage in art. My previous work related to art: <a href=&apos;https://birolisik.art/&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://birolisik.art/</a>
I also focus intensively on AI, video marketing, and content creation. The following videos were produced using AI
Google Gemini: <a href=&apos;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1BDAkTVwqM&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1BDAkTVwqM</a>
<a href=&apos;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noG9F8zRX4o&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>How to be more influential neuro marketing psychology &amp; techniques</a>
<a href=&apos;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5pTsIntwr8&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Music made with AI by Birol Isik</a>
<a href=&apos;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nod8F98tvhM&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Mental Strength with AI - Producer Birol Isik</a>
Video for our Online Academy - Producer Birol Isik &amp; Daniela Lovric: <a href=&apos;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTnXTkzxVGQ&apos; target=&apos;_self&apos;>Video SNF Academy</a>

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Since 2005, I have been guiding executives, entrepreneurs, and individuals in developing their mental strength and successfully navigating change. The mental aspect is key for me, as it defines how we perceive and handle challenges. Professional communication forms the foundation of my work as a mentor and coach
Together with Daniela Lovric, I built a fully automated online academy in Switzerland. We are already working on a second academy focused on content creation. I convey successf

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