
One Year In: What I’ve Learned About Building a Business (and Community)
A year ago, Compass HR Advisors was just an idea — a laptop and a conviction to keep doing the work I love in an industry I love. Year one hasn’t been perfect (failed pitches, unanswered emails, and my dog as my most frequent “coworker”), but it’s been deeply rewarding. Here’s what I’ve learned so far.

Where to Start When You Have No HR Function: A Smarter Roadmap for Small Companies
If you’re scaling fast without HR infrastructure, you’re not alone. The key isn’t doing everything — it’s doing the right things in the right order. Here’s how Compass helps early-stage teams focus, align, and grow.