by focushr-team | Apr 13, 2026 | People
We recently welcomed three new team members to Focus HR. Like most organisations, our onboarding includes introducing our new colleagues to our systems, processes, and the work we do. But we also like to do something a little different – spending time talking...
by focushr-team | Mar 10, 2026 | People
Starting a new role is exciting. There’s fresh energy, new relationships and the sense of possibility that comes with a new opportunity. But what many employers don’t realise is that the first 6–8 weeks of a new job can feel like an emotional rollercoaster for the...
by focushr-team | Feb 9, 2026 | Leadership
In the midst of all the discussion about AI, a recent client email offered a timely reminder. After Jess had supported a client through a tricky issue, the client replied with a simple line: “Thank you Jess. It’s fairly evident that Google and ChatGPT are definitely...
by focushr-team | Feb 9, 2026 | People
Workplace culture isn’t defined by values on a wall or policies on a shared drive. It’s shaped by how people actually experience work – day to day, team to team, leader to leader. Those lived experiences are also where psychosocial risks either emerge early or...
by focushr-team | Jan 13, 2026 | People
Probation periods often get treated as a box to tick: contracts signed, forms completed, review done. But when handled well, probation can be one of the most powerful tools you have to build strong performance and a positive workplace culture. Those first few months...
