Bona Fide Consulting

Bona Fide Consulting HR Consultant and Mediator. LLB. Employment Relations | Training & Workshops | Coaching | Recruitment | Dispute Resolution

Working collaboratively with business leaders & teams on -

- Strategy - Vision, Purpose, Goals & Action Plans
- Organisational Change
- Emerging Leaders Programmes
- Team Culture & Engagement
- DiSC Profiling & Workshops
- Strengths-based executive/career coaching
- Workplace Wellbeing
- Recruitment
- Psychometric testing
- Interview skills training (employer & candidate)

Also available to ass

ist Employers in all HR issues including -

- Performance Management
- Disputes
- Disciplinary Issues
- Conflict resolution & mediation
- HR administration, including audits of Individual Employment Agreements & Workplace Policies to ensure your business is protected and complies with relevant legislation. Whether you need help with a one-off project or scenario, or ongoing HR support for your business, we are here to help you take your business to the next level & achieve results through your people.

It has taken a minute, but our brand-new website is officially live! We've rebuilt it from the ground up to make it easi...
11/06/2026

It has taken a minute, but our brand-new website is officially live!

We've rebuilt it from the ground up to make it easier to see what we do, explore services, and connect with us. Take a look and let us know what you think — we'd love your feedback!

https://bonafideconsulting.co.nz/

We're on the hunt for a culinary leader to take the Richmond Working Men's Club to the next level! As Head Chef leading ...
03/06/2026

We're on the hunt for a culinary leader to take the Richmond Working Men's Club to the next level! As Head Chef leading two kitchens within this purpose built, award-winning community venue you will be part of a fun, collaborative team and enjoy an excellent salary package & staff benefits. Call Pip on 021 474 736 or apply online today.

https://nz.seek.com/job/92485573?ref=cm-ui

Conflict is rarely just about “the other person.”One of the hardest and most important parts of repairing relationships ...
25/05/2026

Conflict is rarely just about “the other person.”
One of the hardest and most important parts of repairing relationships is having the self-awareness to ask:

• How might my behaviour have contributed to this?
• What impact did my words, tone, silence, assumptions or reactions have, even if unintended?
• What might the other person have experienced from me?

That doesn’t mean taking responsibility for things that aren’t yours. It means being willing to genuinely reflect on your own part, real or perceived, because perception shapes relationships too.

A few ways to check yourself in conflict:

1. Pause before defending. Listen for understanding, not rebuttal.
2. Ask trusted people for honest feedback.
3. Notice recurring patterns across different relationships or situations.
4. Be curious about the other person’s experience, even when you disagree with it.
5. Separate intention from impact - good intentions don’t always prevent hurt.

Ask yourself: “What could I have done differently?”

Self-awareness in conflict isn’t weakness.
It’s emotional maturity. And often, it’s the difference between repeating the same patterns and creating healthier relationships moving forward.

We are on a roll! This time we are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our friends at Rack'n'Stack in ...
20/05/2026

We are on a roll! This time we are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our friends at Rack'n'Stack in Hornby, Christchurch. If you're looking to be part of a small but perfectly formed team where you can work closely with (& learn from) the owners and can make a valuable contribution to the smooth running of the business, this could be for you. Apply online or call Pip to learn more - 021 474 736.

https://nz.seek.com/job/92228726?ref=cm-ui

Business Manager - an exciting new opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive business performance. This is a rare par...
20/05/2026

Business Manager - an exciting new opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive business performance. This is a rare part-time role within the professional services sector (20-25 hours pw). Apply now via Seek or call Pip for a confidential chat - 021 474 736

https://nz.seek.com/job/92227824?ref=cm-ui

Yesterday’s DiSC workshop was one for the books. Right from the start the banter was flowing, the energy was high, and t...
14/05/2026

Yesterday’s DiSC workshop was one for the books. Right from the start the banter was flowing, the energy was high, and the belly laughs were real. What an absolute privilege to work with a team that showed up with openness, honesty, humour, and a willingness to learn more about themselves and each other.

These are the sessions that remind me why I love what I do — helping teams strengthen communication, understand different working styles, and build stronger relationships… while having a seriously good time doing it.

Hands down one of the most entertaining groups I’ve had the pleasure of facilitating.

NEW ROLE #2 - SALES MANAGERAre you a relationship and service focused Sales Manager? Offering autonomy, flexibility and...
05/05/2026

NEW ROLE #2 - SALES MANAGER

Are you a relationship and service focused Sales Manager? Offering autonomy, flexibility and genuine long term potential, this role is going to be popular so get your applications in quick!

https://nz.seek.com/job/91926327?ref=cm-ui

Apply online or to learn more contact Pip on 021 474 736

NEW ROLE: Operations Manager - Field Services. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join a respected,...
05/05/2026

NEW ROLE: Operations Manager - Field Services.

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join a respected, growth-focused business where you'll help shape strategy, lead leaders and optimise a dynamic, multi-disciplinary workforce. Is that you?

https://nz.seek.com/job/91904947?ref=cm-ui

Feeling a bit stuck in your career, or not sure what your next step should be?Whether you're a school leaver, you're ret...
30/04/2026

Feeling a bit stuck in your career, or not sure what your next step should be?

Whether you're a school leaver, you're returning to the workforce, or you simply know your current path isn’t quite right, it’s normal to reach a point where you want more clarity and direction.

I offer Career Coaching + Career Insights Reports to help you reset and move forward with confidence.

Together we focus on:
✔ Understanding your strengths, motivations, and working style
✔ Clarifying what roles and environments suit you best
✔ Exploring realistic career options (not just “dream job” thinking)
✔ Creating a practical, achievable plan for your next steps

This is about getting unstuck — and making informed, confident decisions about your future, whatever stage you’re at.

If you’re ready to get clarity and direction, send me a message or comment “CAREER” and I’ll be in touch. Coaching is available in person, or online.

— Pip

In my work as a mediator, I see it time and again — when conversations escalate, it’s rarely the words alone that determ...
28/04/2026

In my work as a mediator, I see it time and again — when conversations escalate, it’s rarely the words alone that determine the outcome, it’s the emotional temperature in the room.

A principle I come back to often: “The calmest nervous system in the room is the leader of the conversation.”

If you’re heading into a tough conversation, a few practical reminders:
• Slow yourself down — your pace sets the tone
• Reduce your volume
• Sit back physically, pause and breathe
• Listen to understand, not to respond
• Name what you’re noticing without escalating it
• Stay anchored to the outcome you’re trying to achieve, not the emotion in front of you

These moments don’t require perfection — they require presence, control, and intent. If you need a different outcome, start by managing what you bring into the room.

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