Hi Nala... and welcome to our Community!

You're certainly not alone and these threads cover off many of the challenges - and opportunities - of a standalone HR role.

Others may wish to add their comments below, of course!

 RE: Standalone HR, how do you cope? 

 Standalone HR role and improving company culture 

 RE: HR Standalone role 

In reply to Steve Bridger:

Hi Steve,

Thank you! I wouldv'e liked to have seen what the thread was on the 2nd link but seems the pages for the 1st & 2nd links have been removed/deleted. :(

Hi Nala,

Congratulations on the new position! It sounds like a fun opportunity, no doubt you'll get your hands dirty in lots of different things.

If it's a very small start-up, I'm guessing the CEO essentially owns the company? If so, it may be difficult to get them to be open to some coaching at this stage. Fingers crossed, but unless they understand and agree their behaviour is an issue, there will be no one above them pushing for change.

Data is likely to be your friend here. If X amount are people are leaving because of him (see exit interview results), and the bottom line is hit with X amount in recruitment costs, then that might be a starter to get them to change.

Good luck, and all the best!

In reply to Nala:

Ah, they are in member-only forums, Nala. I'll PM you.