D32 Expert Webinar: Why Good People Stay in Small Businesses — and How to Build More of That– Wed, 07 Oct

Why Good People Stay in Small Businesses — and How to Build More of That

Keeping good people isn’t about competing with big businesses on perks, budgets or fancy programs.

People often choose to work in small businesses because they value closer relationships, greater visibility and the opportunity to make a real impact. And they stay when they feel clear about what’s expected, trusted, valued and respected.

In this practical webinar, we’ll explore what really keeps good people, what can quietly drive disengagement, and the small leadership habits that can build loyalty and create a workplace people want to stay in.

Three Key Takeaways / Learning Outcomes

By the end of this webinar, participants will:

1. Understand what really drives good people to stay – beyond pay, perks and benefits.

2. Recognise the everyday behaviours that can gradually lead to disengagement and turnover.

3. Learn practical leadership habits that build trust, clarity and loyalty over time.

About the Expert 

Elisia Coetzee – Director of Strategic HR Australia  

HR Consultant, Mediator & Recruiter passionate about solving people challenges and helping workplaces thrive.  

Elisia holds an MBA, a Master’s Degree in Industrial Sociology, and an Honors Degree in Human Resource Management from Northwest University in South Africa is a Registered Mediator and Registered Recruiter.  

Elisia has successfully led HR consultancies since 2013 and is a seasoned HR Consultant, with over 27 years’ experience across multiple industries. Guided by the values of Guidance, True Grit, Celebration, and Practical, Elisia is known for resolving complex people challenges, leading workplace investigations, and building high-performing, compliant workplaces.