PEOPLE-FIRST HR SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL BUSINESS
PEOPLE-FIRST HR SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL BUSINESS
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Suzanne Carpino
Suzanne Carpino
Experienced HR Business Partner & Employee Relations Consultant
Experienced HR Business Partner & Employee Relations Consultant
I know how challenging it can be for small businesses to balance growth with managing people effectively. With over 30 years of experience in education and Human Resources, I’ve built my career around helping people grow, learn, and lead with confidence. At heart, I’m a teacher, and that passion shapes the way I guide both employees and leaders through complex workplace challenges. Most small business owners I talk to spend too much time handling people issues — hiring, onboarding, performance problems, or conflict — instead of focusing on growing their business. And if they do have Human Resources, it’s usually just one person who’s stretched too thin.
That’s where I come in. My company, Your Next Move Consulting, provides Human Resources with a people-first approach. I don’t just focus on policies — I help you strengthen leadership, resolve conflicts, build culture, and give managers the tools they need to succeed.
Getting started is simple — every move begins with a conversation.
Getting started is simple — every move begins with a conversation.
SELECT THE HR PACKAGE THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU
SELECT THE HR PACKAGE THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU
Month-to-month or 3 month minimum
8 am–5 pm access to HR Q&A support
One 30 minute HR consultation per month
General guidance on policies, compliance, and employee relations
Answers to manager and employee HR questions
Quick questions and advice
3 month minimum
8 am–5 pm HR support access
Templates and guides for:
Hiring & Interviewing (job descriptions, interview scorecards)
Onboarding (checklists and 90-day plan)
Performance Management (SMART goal templates, feedback forms)
Conflict Resolution (SBI feedback model guide)
One coaching session per month
One 30 minute support session
6 month minimum
8 am–5 pm HR support access
Templates and coaching for:
Hiring & Interviewing (role definition, sourcing tools, structured interviews)
Onboarding (customized checklist and coaching on integration plans)
Performance Management (goal-setting frameworks, ongoing feedback coaching)
Conflict Resolution (coaching and SBI model application)
Frameworks and templates (performance cycles, coaching models, training outlines)
Strategy and coaching customized per client
Two coaching sessions per month
Quarterly check-ins with managers
3 month minimum
8 am–5 pm HR support access
Templates and guides for:
Hiring & Interviewing (job descriptions, interview scorecards)
Onboarding (checklists and 90-day plan)
Performance Management (SMART goal templates, feedback forms)
Conflict Resolution (SBI feedback model guide)
One coaching session per month
One 30 minute support session
Month-to-month or 3 month minimum
8 am–5 pm access to HR Q&A support
One 30 minute HR consultation per month
General guidance on policies, compliance, and employee relations
Answers to manager and employee HR questions
Quick questions and advice
Choose the level of support that fits your situation — available for individuals or businesses.
Options:
Standard / Per Hour: Scheduled HR consulting sessions billed at your hourly rate.
Rush / After Hours: Priority access for urgent or time-sensitive situations.
Investigations: Independent HR investigations for employee relations or compliance issues.
Prepaid Packages (5 hours and up): Buy a block of hours at a discounted rate for ongoing or flexible support.
ONE-ON-ONE HR COACHING OPTIONS
ONE-ON-ONE HR COACHING OPTIONS
1:1 Employee Advocacy Coaching
Work shouldn’t feel like a battleground. If you’re dealing with a difficult manager, unclear expectations, or a conflict that’s impacting your job, this 1:1 coaching gives you a calm, experienced HR partner to help you respond — not react.
What it is:
Private, one-on-one coaching for employees and leaders who need to navigate a workplace issue and don’t know what to say, how to document it, or how to advocate for themselves professionally.
This is perfect if you’re:
Preparing for a tough conversation with your manager or HR
Being coached or written up and want to respond the right way
Experiencing tension or conflict with a coworker
Unsure how to document what’s happening
Worried about protecting your role and reputation
What you get:
60-minute Zoom coaching session
Review of related emails or notes (so we’re not starting cold)
A talk-track/script for your conversation
One follow-up email for tweaks after your meeting
Investment:
Priced per session
3-session package available
Outcome: You walk in prepared, professional, and clear on your next move.
On-Demand Trainings
Choose only what your team needs. No long-term commitment.
Pricing structure:
Core Training (Standard topic, 60 minutes): $325
Customized/Applied Version (With your policies/examples): $425
Add a 2nd training in the same month: +$250
Training Menu:
Hiring & Interviewing for Fit
Build consistency in how your team interviews, what they can/can’t ask, and how to choose the right candidate.
Onboarding & Engagement That Sticks
30/60/90 structure, manager touchpoints, and how to welcome people so they stay.
Performance Management Made Simple
How to set expectations, coach early, document properly, and avoid surprises.
Conflict Resolution & Mediation for Managers
Practical steps to address tension, run a two-party conversation, and protect the business.
Manager Essentials /New Leader Training
What you’re actually responsible for as a people leader, and how to partner with HR.
Leadership Integration (Premium)
Great for new leaders joining an existing team — alignment, communication, and expectation setting.
Training & Development Foundations
How to identify skill gaps and build simple development plans your team will actually follow.
Interviewing & Hiring Support
Onboarding Program Design
Employee Handbooks
Performance Management
Check-ins & Feedback Frameworks
Conflict Resolution & Coaching
Conflict Mediation
Manager Training
Leadership Integration
Leadership & Manager Development
Team Communication Workshops
Harassment Prevention Training
Employee Engagement & Culture Strategy
Culture & Engagement Programs
Training & Development (all levels)
Advanced Leadership & Team Development Programs
MISSION
MISSION
At Your Next Move Consulting, our mission is to provide people-first HR solutions that help small businesses attract and retain talent, build stronger teams, and reduce risk. We partner with leaders to streamline hiring and onboarding, resolve workplace conflicts, strengthen manager and leadership capabilities, ensure compliance, and provide practical guidance on employee relations and legal matters.
VISION
VISION
Our vision is to transform how small businesses approach HR — creating workplaces where leaders are confident, teams thrive, and people feel valued, while reducing risk and turnover.
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
"Suzanne is the epitome of a consummate professional, possessing not only the requisite skills and knowledge but also the integrity and dedication that define true excellence in the field of human resources.”
Dr. Kristen L.
Principal, J.M. Alexander Middle School
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Suzanne for over 15 years in a variety of roles, and she has been one of the most trusted and insightful professionals I’ve ever known. Her expertise in HR, leadership development, and organizational strategy has shaped the way I lead teams and support people. Suzanne has an incredible ability to balance empathy with accountability, offering practical, actionable guidance that truly makes a difference. I can honestly say I would not be the leader I am today without her influence.”
Renee Golz
“No matter what I presented to her, Suzanne always did an excellent job in looking through a lens that allowed her to come up with a clear and concise resolution. Suzanne has been able to articulate those resolutions to me so I could take actionable steps necessary to support my teachers and staff effectively.”
Stephanie H.
Principal, North Mecklenburg High School
“Working with Suzanne Carpino was a game-changer for me. I was stuck in a toxic work situation with my previous employer and didn’t know how to handle it. Suzanne’s HR expertise helped me navigate the challenges with confidence. She gave me clear, actionable advice that made all the difference. Thanks to her support, I was able to address the issues at work and regain control of the situation. I’m so grateful for her help.”
Todd Paniguitti
Fill out the form for your free 20 minute call!
Fill out the form for your free 20 minute call!
Before committing to any HR support, it’s important to make sure we’re the right match. That’s why I offer a complimentary 20 minute call designed to:
Learn more about your business, team, and current challenges.
Give you a sense of how I work and the value I bring.
Answer your questions about services, pricing, and next steps.
Explore whether my approach aligns with what your organization needs right now.
This isn’t a sales pitch, it’s a conversation. By the end of the call, you’ll know if working together makes sense for your company, and you’ll walk away with clarity on what kind of HR support could benefit your business most.
Because finding the right HR partner isn’t about pressure, it’s about fit.
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