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Mastering HR for Small Companies Builds High-Performing Teams That Scale

Great HR for small companies isn't about more templates, it's about having a high-performing team that drives results to hit your goals.

Tom breaks down HR services for small business leaders and shares how to build high-performing systems that deliver results. 

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Foundations

HR Systems and Processes: How Founders Break Free at 20 People

Castle HR's average client has 29.2 people when they first call — nine more than they should. Here's what those nine hires cost, and what it takes to hand HR off for good.
Tom Nickalls
October 8, 2026
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6 min read
Hiring

You See A Talent Shortage, But Your Job Posting Is the Real Challenge.

If top talent is not applying to your open roles, start with the signal your job posting sends. A strong job posting makes five things obvious quickly: pay, location, role outcomes, culture, hiring process, and the hiring process.
Tom Nickalls
September 9, 2026
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5 min read
Partnerships

When an Engineering Firm Crosses 20 People, the Old Playbook Stops Working

Tom Nickalls
September 9, 2026
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5 min read
Partnerships

When a Software Company Crosses 20 People, the Old Playbook Stops Working

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Tom Nickalls
September 6, 2026
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5 min read

No Results

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