Marie Tovio Consulting

Marie Tovio Consulting Marie Tovio Consulting can assist with human resources and strategic planning. She has worked across a wide range of industries, businesses and sectors.

Marie has worked in the field of HR and employment relations for over 28 years (including the past 10 years as a Consultant). Marie is degree qualified, is a registered private investigator and also has governance experience. Marie assists businesses and organisations with all aspects of human resources, taking the stress out of meeting HR requirements for owners, managers and Board members. Contact her today to see how she might assist you.

Some conversations seem so straightforward...Until six months later, when everyone remembers them differently.Good notes...
16/08/2026

Some conversations seem so straightforward...

Until six months later, when everyone remembers them differently.

Good notes don't just record what happened - they help avoid misunderstandings later.

Helping build better workplaces... one smile at a time.

12/08/2026

The HR PI Podcast – Employment Decisions: Understanding the Balance of Probabilities

How much evidence does an employer actually need before making an employment decision?

Not as much as many people think.

In this week's HR PI Podcast, I explain the legal standard of the balance of probabilities, why it's different from the criminal standard of proof, and why understanding the difference matters for every employer.

🎥 Watch the full episode at https://www.tovioconsulting.co.nz/the-hr-pi-podcast

Helping build better workplaces... one conversation at a time.

The organisations that thrive aren't necessarily the biggest or the most technologically advanced.They're the ones that ...
10/08/2026

The organisations that thrive aren't necessarily the biggest or the most technologically advanced.

They're the ones that continually improve their people, leadership and systems while staying focused on where they're heading.

In this week's Workplace Insights, I share why Organisational Development isn't about chasing every new trend - it's about building an organisation that's ready for whatever comes next.

https://www.tovioconsulting.co.nz/blog

Helping build better workplaces... one conversation at a time.

Performance reviews...Sometimes employees are hoping to talk about one thing.Good managers know the conversation is abou...
09/08/2026

Performance reviews...

Sometimes employees are hoping to talk about one thing.

Good managers know the conversation is about much more than that.

The best performance discussions recognise contribution, encourage development and help people succeed - not just today, but into the future.

Helping build better workplaces... one smile at a time.

05/08/2026

Evidence matters.

In Episode 25 of The HR PI Podcast, I discuss why gathering, assessing and weighing evidence carefully is critical to fair, balanced and legally robust employment decisions.

â–¶ Watch this short hook, then catch the full episode: https://www.tovioconsulting.co.nz/the-hr-pi-podcast

Most organisations have workplace policies - but having policies isn't the same as having policies that people actually ...
03/08/2026

Most organisations have workplace policies - but having policies isn't the same as having policies that people actually use.

The best workplace policies are practical tools that help managers make sound, consistent decisions. They reflect the organisation, support good leadership and provide confidence when difficult situations arise.

In a post this month I explore what separates genuinely useful workplace policies from documents that simply gather dust, and why good workplace outcomes depend on more than compliance alone.

âž¡ Read the full article at:https://a0ec51ac-7ebe-493e-8532-8898a1ed0b80.filesusr.com/ugd/1a0d3a_a2c1139acd0f47fd966918c18e3a04f7.pdf

Coffee in. Policies out. ☕Not every superhero wears a cape. Some just need a good coffee and a keyboard.Behind every cle...
02/08/2026

Coffee in. Policies out. ☕

Not every superhero wears a cape. Some just need a good coffee and a keyboard.
Behind every clear workplace policy is a lot of thinking, drafting, refining and, yes... probably a few cups of coffee.

The result? Practical policies that help employers make consistent decisions and build better workplaces.

Helping build better workplaces... one smile at a time.

You don't always need another opinion. Sometimes you just need the right sounding board.Many managers already have good ...
27/07/2026

You don't always need another opinion. Sometimes you just need the right sounding board.

Many managers already have good instincts. Sometimes they simply need an experienced sounding board to test their thinking.

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