You’ve been told HR is just for big companies. That’s a lie. And it’s one that could quietly kill your business.
In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Shannon Carriere, founder of Carriere HR, to confront the leadership blind spot that too many small business owners ignore—people systems.
They unpack real stories from the trenches—companies who waited too long and paid for it, and one that said “yes” just in time. Shannon shares why HR isn’t about red tape or checklists. It’s about protecting people, profit, and momentum. And why not invest in people support early, which could cost you more than you think.
Whether you’re scaling a team, navigating ownership transitions, or trying to retain talent in a volatile market, this episode is your wake-up call. Don’t wait.
🔹 What You’ll Learn:
- The lie of “We’re too small for HR” and how it backfires
- The ROI of building people-first systems before the fire drill
- How HR becomes your biggest asset in M&A, culture clashes, and retention
- What smart, lean HR support actually looks like (hint: it’s not corporate bloat)
- Why Shannon’s Direct Line model is changing how modern businesses handle people
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