Changing the Narrative,

Making HR Human

Modern HR support for small businesses that want to grow with heart while staying compliant in an ever-changing world.



Say goodbye to rigid policies—& hello to people-first strategies that work.


Because people don’t work for systems—they thrive in cultures.


Services

Admin & Consulting Services

Enhancing Business Efficiency & Performance

Thistle HR Consulting provides expertise in HR functions like recruitment, employee relations, performance management, policy development, training, and conflict resolution to enhance workplace culture and productivity. This can be on a monthly retainer or a month-to-month basis as your needs arise!

Roots & Rules

HR foundations & Compliance Essentials

Conducting an HR Audit allows us to carefully assess your company's HR practices and policies, identifying areas for improvement to ensure better compliance and employee satisfaction.

People First Playbook

Custom Handbook & Onboarding Forms

Crafting a personalized employee handbook that authentically embodies your company’s culture is essential. Weave together your mission and vision with all the crucial onboarding materials, enabling new hires to immerse themselves fully and succeed!

HRIS Implementation

 Enhance Data Accuracy & Empower Your Team with Intuitive Tools to Simplify HR Tasks.

We have partnered with Gusto to elevate your HR experience. Their platform streamlines payroll, benefits, performance management, and a host of additional functions...MAKING IT EASIER. I manage the implementation process and refine all procedures on your behalf!

Talent Fit Studio

Onboarding & Retention Strategies, Candidate & Employee Experience Roadmaps, Interview Design

Thistle brings expertise in recruitment, retention, and collaboration with AcuMax Surveys to help you assemble your ideal team. Our support encompasses job descriptions, writing engaging job advertisements, interview templates, coaching, and onboarding. Allow us to be a part of your journey!

The Growth Blueprint

Strategic Planning, Performance Design

Training, Manager Coaching, & Team Development

By implementing tailored performance management strategies and motivating initiatives, we boost team performance! These strategies enhance individual productivity and foster a collaborative environment that encourages growth and innovation. Consequently, team members feel empowered and invested, leading to a more dynamic organization.

Testimonials

Emily is great to work with! Thistle helps put together custom HR solutions for small businesses. Local to SE Michigan, she is involved in the community and available to connect with even to just grab a coffee and chat, making life so much easier if you have questions or need to reach out. She is also a mom and family-oriented so understands the nuance of day to day life outside of business as well. Consider Thistle HR for your needs!

Jessica Parsons

Stroll Magazine, MI

Emily is AMAZING! She has helped us with everything from creating an updated onboarding process and job descriptions to performance reviews and many other HR policies/documents. The HR world is confusing, but Emily is able to explain it in a way that makes complete sense. We're so glad to have her as a resource for our small business.

KaiLee Meisner

Brighton, MI

Emily is providing HR management consultancy to KGO Solution. I have seen her a highly passionate about her services. She is expert in HR processes, providing services, guidelines and documents for employee hiring, onboarding, performance measurements and a lot to help staff management related stuff. I strongly recommend HR LLC for your HR related needs.

Syed Ali

KGO Solutions, FL

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