SMART Session #12 | When "People Stuff" Becomes HR | Knowing When to Call in an Expert

8/26/2026

Every business has people issues eventually. Do you know when it's time to call in the pros?

Join Robin Chapekis of SvelteHR for a straight-talking hour about managing the people side of your business, spotting the warning signs before they become real problems, and knowing exactly when you need expert help. Even very small businesses need HR support sometimes, and this is your chance to meet someone you can actually trust before you ever need to call her.

You'll walk away knowing:

  • How to identify the pain points that are calling for an HR professional
  • The crucial employee count thresholds that trigger real regulatory and legal responsibilities
  • How to put preventive HR practices in place before something goes sideways

Ask your own questions live, get real answers, and leave feeling a whole lot more confident about the people side of running your business.

And here's the cherry on top. SBSH may be able to cover the cost of a confidential one-on-one session with Robin so you can dig into whatever is keeping you up at night, privately and with an expert in your corner.

Don't wait until it's urgent. Come meet Robin first!

About our expert

Robin Chapekis

SeveltHR

Chapekis, SHRM-SCP and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, is the founder of SVELTE HR, specializing in HR efficiency and effectiveness.

With a passion for transforming HR into a competitive advantage, she collaborates with organizations to enhance education, networking, and global HR standards.

Based in Escanaba, MI, Robin is also working with ISO/TC 260 on the development of international standards for Human Resource Management.

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