Meetings That Help vs. Meetings That Waste Time
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Not every conversation needs a meeting. Here's how to tell which ones deserve the calendar invite — and which ones waste your team's time.
Manuela Nario
HR and Financial Administrator
With 10 years of HR adventures under my belt, I’m on a mission to make the workplace a positive and happy place to be. I’m the go-to person for solving problems, cracking jokes, and ensuring that everyone feels like they belong. Whether it’s lending an ear or spreading good vibes, I’m all about creating an environment where people feel heard, supported, and ready to tackle the day with a smile!
Tech Arsenal
Google Sheets, Teamdeck, Bee, Waveapps, Financial tools
Known For
Calm, kind, and serene, Manuela is meticulous, methodical, and warm. She’s always ready to listen, assist, and resolve whatever comes her way with empathy and care.
Canonical Moment
"One day, I realized that listening could be rewarding."
Things She Loves
Must-Have Apps
Google Calendar, Radio
If Manuela Were a Meme
How to Build a Remote Team That Actually Works
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Build a remote team that works with clear communication rules, documented decisions, focused meetings, and workflows people can trust.
"We're Small, We All Know Each Other": Is That Enough?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Being close-knit doesn't guarantee good communication. Common myths, and why misunderstandings happen even among people who've worked together for years.
Remote Work Policy: What US Employers Need to Know
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
No federal remote work law means the compliance burden falls on you. What to know about multi-state taxes, workers' comp, and policy.
The Signs Your Workplace Culture Needs Attention
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Rumors, the same complaints on repeat, people who stop speaking up: the warning signs that your workplace culture is slipping before it shows up in results.
Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office: How to Choose the Right Model for Your Business
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Remote, hybrid, or in-office? Here's what actually determines the right work model for your business — plus the risk most hybrid policies miss.
Promote From Within or Hire an Outside Manager?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Deciding between promoting a team member or hiring a manager from outside? Here's a concrete framework for small businesses before your next opening.
Employee Onboarding Checklist: 5 Keys to Welcoming a New Hire
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
A practical employee onboarding checklist to welcome new hires right, whether they work in your office or remote.
From Startup to Organization: The Leadership Shift Nobody Warns You About
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Growing a business requires moving from doing everything yourself to leading people, systems, and strategy. Learn how to make that shift.
Difficult Conversations You Can't Keep Putting Off
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Feedback, boundaries, conflict, performance — the conversations small business founders avoid the most. Here's how to start having them.
Do I Need an HR Department?
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
You don't need a formal HR department to manage your people well. Here are the practices any small business or startup can implement today.
Company Culture Exists in Small Businesses Too
by Manuela Nario | | Small Business
Culture exists in every small business and startup, whether you designed it or not. Here's how to build a healthy one from the start.