When the GPS Sends You on a Detour: Why Simplicity in HR Matters More Than Ever

May 12, 2025

Ever had your GPS send you on the most convoluted route to your destination?

The other day, mine tried to take me through a maze of turns and side streets when all I needed was a simple right. If I hadn’t looked up, questioned it, and trusted my gut, I would’ve spent a whole lot longer getting where I needed to go.

It got me thinking—this happens in business all the time.

Especially in HR.

So many of the small business owners I work with feel like they’re being sent down a winding road of compliance rules, policies, documentation, and people issues. It’s overwhelming. And like that GPS, the “standard” way can sometimes overcomplicate things that don’t need to be.

That’s where I come in.

My superpower is cutting through the noise. I help business owners lift their heads, look around, and take a smarter, simpler path forward. Whether we’re setting up hiring processes, clarifying employment standards, building policies, or navigating people issues—I make things make sense.

Not just legally. But practically.
Not just on paper. But in real life.

Here’s what that looks like in action:

  • Choosing plain language over legal jargon

  • Building policies that people actually understand and follow

  • Offering consistent, fair practices that align with your business reality

  • Helping you lead confidently, without second-guessing every move

  • Avoiding costly detours by setting up the right foundations up front

I believe HR shouldn’t feel like an endless manual or a tangled route. It should feel like a well-marked path that leads you—and your team—where you want to go.

So if you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or just tired of feeling like your HR is more complicated than it needs to be, I’d love to chat. Let’s find the simple route that works for you.

Interested in simplifying your HR?
Let’s talk. I offer fractional HR support for growing small businesses that need a trusted partner—without the full-time cost. You can reach me at emarriott@iris-hr.com, I look forward to hearing from you!