Taking maternity leave as a business owner comes with a lot of moving parts—but what if an HR mistake could cost you BIG while you’re away? In this episode of The Blissful Mompreneur Podcast, I sit down with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, an HR expert who helps small businesses and startups stay compliant, hire smart, and avoid costly legal pitfalls.

✨ Why even the best-intentioned business owners make major HR mistakes—and how to protect yourself before stepping away.

✨ How to set up policies that won’t come back to bite you when hiring employees or offering maternity leave benefits.

✨ The one HR red flag that signals a bad hire (and how to spot it early!).

✨ The most overlooked step that will help your team handle operations smoothly in your absence.

✨ Why letting go of control is essential—and how to trust your systems and team while you’re away.

Lisa-Maree shares her insider HR knowledge and practical strategies to help you avoid costly mistakes and set your business up for a smooth maternity leave.

🎧 Press play now to learn how to step away from your business with confidence!

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✨ Connect with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld:

• 🌐 Website: RetainHR.com
• 📲 Instagram: @retain_hr
• 💼 LinkedIn: Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld

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