MyHR Blog
Posts by: Sylvie Thrush Marsh, Chief Evangelist
04 Sept 2026
Termination
The complete guide to constructive dismissal in New Zealand
TL;DR - Employment.govt.nz defines constructive dismissal as when “an employee resigns but the law...
06 Aug 2026
Employment law update
Proposed law change to make it easier to dismiss staff
A private member’s bill introduced to parliament in November 2024 aims to change the Employment...
27 May 2026
Recruitment
The complete guide to effective applicant screening
There’s a vacancy in your organisation. You’ve posted a job ad online, told all your networks, and...
20 May 2026
Recruitment
10 common recruitment mistakes employers make (and how to avoid them)
Hiring the wrong employee can cost small businesses significant time, money, and productivity....
23 Apr 2026
Performance & development
8 proven strategies for upskilling employees
You can never guarantee employees are going to be the perfect fit for the job or the company when...
15 Apr 2026
Employee Retention
5 signs for when to promote an employee
Employee satisfaction is a key factor in leading a strong team - regardless of business size or...
14 Apr 2026
Health & Safety
Steps for implementing a workplace drug and alcohol policy in New Zealand
Drugs and alcohol in the workplace can present real problems for employers, exposing your business...
24 Mar 2026
Payroll & Leave Management
Sick leave in NZ: rules, entitlements, and how to manage sick leave abuse
Most people tend to underuse rather than overuse their paid sick leave, which is 10 days a year for...
25 Feb 2026
Remuneration
Remuneration: How to get employee pay right
Money isn’t everything, right? You can read any number of articles on HR or people management...
28 Jan 2026
Workplace wellbeing
Strategies for supporting employees with mental health challenges
Supporting employees experiencing mental health challenges has become an important consideration...