Practical HR Support for Small Businesses

From employee issues to compliance questions, Moxie HR Consulting helps small businesses navigate HR with confidence, without the cost of a full-time HR department.

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What I Do

Taking the Stress Out of HR

Running a business is hard enough; dealing with employee issues, compliance rules, and endless paperwork shouldn’t make it harder.

Moxie HR Consulting provides professional, approachable HR support for small businesses who want clarity, confidence, and guidance they can trust.

From handbooks and policies to performance issues and benefits administration, I’ve got you covered.

Your On-Call HR Partner (HR Hotline)

HR Hotline Support for Small Businesses

Need HR guidance without hiring a full-time HR department?

The Moxie HR Hotline gives small businesses direct access to practical HR support when employee issues, compliance questions, or workplace situations arise.

✔ Employee relations guidance
✔ Documentation and write-up support
✔ Hiring and onboarding questions
✔ Policy and compliance guidance
✔ Real-world HR answers when you need them

Get trusted HR support and peace of mind, without the overhead of an in-house HR team.

On-going HR support for businesses that need answers, not guesswork.

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Services I Offer

A few highlights of what I can help with:

  • HR Consulting & Compliance

    Answers to HR questions, documentation support, and ongoing guidance.

  • Employee Handbooks & Policies

    Custom, compliant, and easy-to-understand policies tailored to your business.

  • Performance & Employee Relations

    Support with corrective action, coaching, documentation, and tough conversations.

  • Hiring & Onboarding

    Processes, workflows, and documents that create a great first experience.

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Why Small Businesses Choose Moxie HR Consulting

✔ Small-Business Friendly
Support specifically designed for businesses without an internal HR team.

✔ Clear, Straightforward Guidance
No confusing jargon, just practical steps you can trust.

✔ Responsive Support
Quick, reliable communication so you’re never left waiting.

✔ Experienced & Certified
Professional HR expertise, plus benefits licensing for full support.

✔ Comprehensive HR Solutions
From hiring to compliance to employee exits, I help every step of the way.

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Owner of Moxie HR Consulting

Hi, I’m Tristen — HR Consultant & Owner of Moxie HR Consulting

I help small businesses handle HR with confidence.
Whether you're dealing with a difficult employee situation, building HR processes from scratch, or just need guidance, I'm here to support you with clear, practical solutions.

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Trusted by Small Businesses Across the U.S.

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    “Tristen has been an absolute gem for our business! Anytime we've needed HR support, she has been right there with knowledgeable, practical guidance. She makes what can be a complicated area feel manageable and stress-free. I cannot recommend her highly enough for any of your human resources needs — she truly goes above and beyond!”

    — Casey Phillips, Kranky K9 Dog Training

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    “I cannot recommend Tristen with Moxie HR enough. As the CEO of a growing company, having someone I can trust to handle payroll, employee paperwork, and HR compliance has made my job significantly easier and given me real peace of mind.

    Tristen is incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Owning a business in California means labor laws and regulations are constantly changing, and having her guidance and expertise has been invaluable. She helps ensure we stay compliant while also helping me better support my team and employees.

    Working with Tristen has allowed me to focus more on growing my business, knowing the HR side is in capable hands. If you’re a business owner looking for reliable HR support, I highly recommend Moxie HR.”

    — Kelsey Bendixen, Inclined Canine Academy

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    “I own a small business in Salt Lake City, UT that's in the dog industry and I've been working with Tristen for a little under two years. I cannot imagine my business without her.
    She's been incredibly helpful for both our operations and leadership team. Not only has she brought structure, neutrality, and accountability into situations which previously felt emotionally overwhelming, but she's also become a reliable support system for our team by helping us turn difficult conversations, operational chaos, and accountability gaps into clearer systems, expectations, and actionable steps.
    Tristen has helped us build practical systems for employee performance management, documentation, hiring & onboarding communication, accountability workflows, and corrective action processes.
    One of the biggest things that's stood out to me is her ability to stay calm, factual, and solution-oriented during challenging employee situations. She's helped us handle performance conversations with such a professional touch, while also protecting compliance and reducing unnecessary escalations (anyone who is a small biz owner knows how challenging this can be!)
    What I believe makes Tristen different is that she truly understands operations, and not just "HR Theory." She understands staffing challenges, leadership fatigue, employee burn-out, communication breakdowns, and the real-world demands of running a busy business.
    Having her involved has reduced a massive amount of emotional load, and has helped us move towards more structured and sustainable systems. I will always recommend her to other business owners looking for HR support that is practical, organized, proactive, and grounded in real-world operations.
    Thank you for everything you do for us Tristen! <3 <3 <3”

    — Liz Davis, Liberty Bark

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    “Tristan has provided me with human resource consultation a couple of times. Each experience has been professional and provides me with valuable information. She has been prompt in her responses to my request for help and we’ve worked through the needs in a way that really helped my business. Thanks, Tristan!”

    -Tracie Kay, Full House Dog Training

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    “Tristen has been amazing to work with and they have handled all of my bookings in a way I can’t even explain.
    Definitely recommend them”

    — Jose Garcia, S & R Rentals

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    “5 stars for Moxie HR! I have been a customer for many years now, and have always been more than satisfied with their services! Friendly, professional, and very good at what they do!”

    — Cherisse Feddock, The Zen Dog Den

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    “Excellent support and professionalism she provides. She is always approachable, responsive, and willing to help with questions or concerns in a timely manner.

    She handles situations with professionalism, patience, and care, while also ensuring policies and procedures are followed appropriately. Her communication is clear, and she does a great job supporting us and all.our needs .”

    — Carrie Janak, Transform My Dog

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    “Tristen has been so amazing in handling my payroll and HR issues! I value her knowledge and assistance in handling all the details in this area of my business.”

    — Heidi Jessop, White Pine Staging & Design

How It Works

Schedule a Consultation

We’ll discuss your business, team, and HR needs.

Get Customized HR Support

Whether you need project-based HR help or ongoing Hotline support, we’ll build the right solution for your business.

Get Peace of Mind

You’ll have trusted HR guidance available when employee questions or workplace situations arise.

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Let’s talk about your business and how I can support your HR needs.

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HR Support FAQs

  • Yes. Even small businesses face employee issues, hiring challenges, compliance requirements, and workplace concerns. Having HR support helps businesses handle these situations more confidently and professionally.

  • Moxie HR Consulting primarily supports small to mid-sized businesses across a variety of industries that need practical, approachable HR guidance without hiring a full-time HR department.

  • Absolutely. Small businesses of all sizes can benefit from HR support, especially when navigating hiring, onboarding, employee relations, policies, and compliance questions.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

  • Yes. Ongoing HR support is available. Please schedule a free consultation so we can discuss your needs.

  • Yes. Moxie HR Consulting supports small businesses across the United States.

  • Moxie HR Consulting focuses on clear, approachable, and practical HR guidance tailored to the needs of small businesses.

  • You can schedule a consultation through the website to discuss your business, HR needs, and the best support options for your team.