Sabrina Baker

The HR Connection Podcast with Sabrina Baker

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The HR Connection Podcast with Sabrina Baker is your go-to resource for all things HR in the small business world. This podcast is designed especially for those wearing multiple hats—whether you’re the only HR person at your company, a business owner figuring out HR as you go, or someone who just got handed the HR file and a wish for good luck. Typically designed for those managing HR in a 1-500 headcount firm, although we often talk about navigating life in the less than 100 space because we know that is the space where the most nuance, and most chaos, exists. Each episode will bring real ta...

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Sabrina Baker

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What Are the Most Common HR Gaps in Small Employers (And How Can You Fix Them)? 02.06.2025 43:00

In this episode of The HR Connection, we explore the HR "messes" that most small employers encounter—and the underlying gaps that lead to them. From compliance violations and inconsistent workflows to the total absence of HR strategy, we break down what’s going wrong and how to make it right. Whether you’re dealing with outdated handbooks, reactive leadership, or wondering if your business is even...

HR As A Business Partner, Not Just As An Admin 12.05.2025 27:17

If you're an HR professional in a small business—or someone wearing multiple hats including HR—this episode of The HR Connection is for you. Host Sabrina Baker unpacks one of the most common frustrations in small companies: HR is often seen as just administrative support, not a key driver of business growth. In this episode, you'll learn: Why HR is frequently viewed as a cost center in small busin...

What does good HR look like in a Small Employer? 10.05.2025 34:42

Join Sabrina Baker, HR expert and founder of Acacia HR Solutions, as she dives into the essential HR principles for small businesses. In this podcast, Sabrina shares actionable insights on how to adapt HR practices to fit unique team dynamics, foster employee engagement, and build loyalty—all while working with limited resources. Learn why personalization, generalist knowledge, and the ability to...

Small vs Large Employers in HR 09.05.2025 21:47

Welcome back to The HR Connection Podcast! In this episode, host Sabrina Baker—CEO and founder of Acacia HR Solutions—dives into what makes managing HR in a small business (think 1 to 500 employees) so vastly different from doing it in a large organization. From the “wild, wild west” of HR structures in startups to the deeply personal, small-town feel of close-knit teams, Sabrina shares why small...

HR Connection Pilot Episode - 09.05.2025 8:54

Welcome to The HR Connection! In this first episode, Sabrina shares why managing HR in small businesses is a whole different world—and why this podcast is here to help. Whether you're HR, a CEO wearing all the hats, or someone who just “fell into” HR, you're not alone. Let’s talk real challenges, soft skills, and building the support you’ve been missing.