12 Days of HR Christmas

Dan Wilbeck

December 1, 2025

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2 min read

The festive season is here, and at Ig-hr, we’re celebrating with our 12 Days of HR Christmas! Over the next 12 days, we’ll be sharing a series of HR gifts designed to help your business step into 2026 with confidence, clarity, and compliance.

From practical tools to expert guidance, there’s something for every HR challenge. Here’s a sneak peek at just three of the festive surprises we’ve got in store:

HR Clarity & Confidence

Start the season by giving your business the gift of peace of mind. With a focus on reviewing your HR essentials, this gift ensures your policies, contracts, and compliance are ready for the year ahead. Perfect for spotting gaps and starting 2026 strong.

Policy Refresh & Templates

Every business needs a practical HR toolkit. One of our festive treats includes ready-to-use policy templates to help you prepare for the new year. Simple, adaptable, and designed to keep your HR processes compliant and stress-free.

Performance & People Success

Setting your team up for success is a gift that keeps on giving. From practical guidance on managing performance to tools that support employee engagement, one of our surprises will help your managers lead with confidence and your team thrive.

🎄 These are just a few of the ways we’re spreading HR cheer this season! To catch the full 12 Days of HR Christmas, follow us on:

LinkedIn: Ig-hr
Instagram: @ig_hr_ltd

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