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Mayday Events

You’re a business owner about to hire or with a couple of employees already… and you’ve been winging it. You know you need to gain some skills and knowledge in HR as you start to grow your crew.

Or maybe you find yourself with the responsibility of HR in your business, but without knowing much about it.

You’re in the right port! Here you’ll find all my upcoming events and courses that are available to book and attend as an individual and be alongside others in a similar position.

Build a Sturdy Ship from the start… whatever the size

Getting to grips with the right HR knowledge and skills from the start makes for much plainer sailing. You’ll know you’re doing right by your team and can rest easier as a result.

Upcoming Mayday Masterclasses

Employment Law Essentials: HR Know-How for Small Businesses

This is my flagship course. If it was a cargo ship, it would definitely be sailing low with the weight of vitally important information for small businesses with employees.
I don’t do death by PowerPoint. Nobody retains information that way. Instead, you can expect lively and interactive sessions that embed this knowledge… and, dare I say it… even make it fun!

“Employment law is a tough subject, but Sarah delivered it in an engaging and informative way, allowing us to share our experiences. I’d highly recommend this course.”

Local business owner, Brighton

What’s in it for you:

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Sleep easy knowing you’re team are treated fairly and you’re doing everything by the book
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Feeling confident about your obligations and the law as an employer
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Networking with others in a similar situation
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Bonus!!

Bag yourself a free one-hour session with me to get personalised advice and actionable solutions to your most pressing people problems.

Who it’s for:

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Small Business owners about to make the first hire
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Or who are ready to ‘go legit’ after ’winging it’ with the first couple of employees
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Employers who’ve had a tribunal claim or dismissal go a bit tits up!
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An employee who’s taken on an unofficial HR role with no training or qualifications
And hey… There’s no judgement from me, by the way. Please don’t avoid this because you’re embarrassed to have been winging it or doing it wrong. I want to help you get this right, because not knowing isn’t a defence in a tribunal.

“Sarah is so knowledgeable and articulate – she downloaded a lifetime of experience in a few hours and has left me feeling much better armed”

Stella Gurney, Owner – Woodfire Camping

Details of the next course

Date: Tue 1 Jul 2025
Time: 10am-4pm
Location: The Projects, Nile House, Brighton, BN1 1HW.
Cost: £299 per person

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What we’ll cover

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Employment status: Understand your legal obligations as an employer
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Preventing tribunals: Essential knowledge to safeguard your business
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Dismissal strategies: Everything you need to know to dismiss an employee correctly
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Performance Management: Prevent and tackle underperformance confidently

Book your space today, and give phrases like this the heave-ho!

My HR knowledge is zero
I don’t know much about HR, and I’m sure I’m not doing it right
I wish I didn’t have to spend so much time on people issues
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Attending Sarah May's HR Masterclass in Brighton was a truly enriching experience. Despite making a 140-mile round trip to attend face-to-face, every mile was worthwhile due to the engaging and insightful nature of the workshop.

What stood out the most was Sarah’s exceptional ability to listen to each attendee's personal circumstances, ensuring that the content was relevant and tailored to our individual needs. She expertly covered all the topics we hoped to learn about while fostering an inclusive environment.

This approach was particularly effective in helping us realize that it's okay to have HR concerns and issues, as we are not alone in facing them. The strategies and knowledge gained have been invaluable in enhancing my business practices.

For anyone considering whether to make the trip, I assure you it’s a worthwhile investment. The opportunity to network with fellow business owners and learn from Sarah’s expertise in such a supportive environment is something not to be missed.

~ Kirsty Dale, Managing Director – Content Formula

• a shining light • people-centric • a personal touch •

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