US-based support for teams nationwide (remote/hybrid).

US-based support for teams nationwide (remote/hybrid).

US-based support for teams nationwide (remote/hybrid).

HR Tech & Vendor Enablement for Startups & Scaleups

Pick the right HR tools—and implement them cleanly—so HR isn’t scattered across spreadsheets, Slack, and “tribal knowledge.”

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HRIS/Payroll/Benefits Vendor Selection
Workflow Design
Implementation Planning
Data Cleanup
Integrations
Rollout & Adoption

Unbiased guidance based on your stage + needs

Practical workflows that reduce admin and errors

Adoption-first rollout so tools actually get used

When you need HR tech support

This is a fit if you’re seeing any of the following:

You’re choosing an HRIS/payroll tool and don’t want to regret it

HR data is messy (multiple sheets, inconsistent fields, missing history)

Onboarding/offboarding is manual and error-prone

PTO, benefits, and approvals are confusing or inconsistent

Managers avoid tools because the workflows are painful

You’re scaling headcount and need systems that will hold up

You’ve already implemented a tool but adoption is low

Multi-state hiring has increased complexity and admin load

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What changes when HR tech is implemented well

Tools stop being an extra layer of work and become the system that saves time and reduces mistakes.

A scalable foundation that supports performance, comp, and employee lifecycle needs

Higher adoption because workflows match how your team works

Better visibility into headcount basics (without reporting chaos)

Clear PTO/leave workflows and approvals that managers follow

More accurate employee data and fewer admin errors

Faster, cleaner onboarding and offboarding

What we build:

HR tech needs assessment + requirements

What you actually need now vs later (stage-appropriate)

Must-haves vs nice-to-haves

Workflow map (who does what, when)

Vendor selection support (HRIS / payroll / benefits / tools)

Vendor shortlist aligned to your needs and constraints

Evaluation rubric + comparison scorecard

Demo plan (questions, scenarios, red flags)

Final recommendation with trade-offs

Implementation plan + timeline

Scope, milestones, and responsibilities (who owns what)

Data migration approach and checklist

Risk/edge-case planning (e.g., approvals, permissions, policies)

Data cleanup + HRIS structure

Department/team structure and permissions

Document organization and governance

Workflow setup (so the tool matches reality)

PTO/leave requests + approvals

Onboarding/offboarding checklists

Employee changes (role/title/comp changes)

Basic documentation and manager steps

Integrations guidance

Manager and employee comms templates

Training session notes (lightweight)

“How we use the tool here” guide

Early adoption troubleshooting

How HR tech enablement works

We diagnose what’s really happening, then build simple systems leaders can run.

Step 1 — Needs audit + workflow mapping

We assess your current tools, pain points, and the workflows you need most.

Output: requirements + must-have workflows.

Step 2 — Vendor shortlist + evaluation

We compare options using a practical rubric and real scenarios.

Output: shortlist + recommendation + trade-offs.

Step 3 — Implementation planning + setup

We guide setup, data cleanup, workflow configuration, and responsibilities.

Output: a clean implementation plan and structured system.

Step 4 — Rollout + adoption

We help communicate and train so managers and employees actually use it.

Output: adoption, fewer admin issues, and repeatable HR workflows.

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Who this is best for

Startups moving from spreadsheets to a real HRIS

Teams scaling headcount and needing repeatable HR workflows

Distributed/multi-state teams with growing admin complexity

Leaders who want adoption and clean processes—not just a tool purchase

Companies that implemented a tool but didn’t operationalize it

To move quickly, we’ll ask for:

Current tools list (HRIS, payroll, benefits, ATS, spreadsheets)

Headcount, growth plan (next 6–12 months), and org structure

Current workflows (onboarding, PTO, approvals) and what breaks today

Who will be the internal owner (ops/finance/People)

Any constraints (budget, timeline, international contractors, etc.)

Common concerns we help you solve

“We’re not ready for HR tech yet.”

If HR is still simple, we’ll keep it lean. If admin is already painful, the right tool + workflow saves time quickly.

“We don’t want to pick the wrong vendor.”

We use requirements + real scenarios so you choose based on fit, not shiny features.

“Tools never get adopted here.”

We design workflows around manager reality and include rollout support so adoption doesn’t collapse.

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What past clients say

Diana Marcela Arias
Director, Financial Intelligence Unit
“Pooja showed us that the HR title should be a company's soul for every action. Furthermore, she taught us that love and respect should always prevail no matter how difficult the path is. Still, the most important thing I could learn from her is that the true identity of the human being is found in love and respect for both business cultures as human beings culture.”
Samantha Young
Program Assistant, ICDL Dirfloortime
“Pooja coached me through a career pivot from education to HR. She helped clarify my goals, refine my resume, prep for interviews. And I got the job! Her insights were sharp, her support was flexible, and her feedback was always actionable. Highly recommend.”
John Fleming
Derivative Path, President and COO
“Pooja brought consistency and fairness to our team management, helping build a culture where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. Her approach strengthened trust, boosted morale, and ensured every team member had equal attention and opportunity, no matter their role.”
KURT Boehringer
CFO derivative Path
“Pooja built Derivative Path’s HR from the ground up streamlining key processes and creating a foundation for global, inclusive engagement. She blends empathy with execution, navigating tough conversations while driving results with deep expertise and relentless dedication.”
Stef Schultz
ENTJ-A: Commander | Apple Alum
"Grounding discussions and cutting-edge advice, with fingers on the pulse ofthe market - Pooja is a no-nonsense human, she cuts to the chase, and she is a straight shooter who is beyond fair in all of her dealings. Can't recommend her enough, and looking forward to many future coachings!"
Dilshan Dowlah
Head of US @ Mercuryo
"Pooja single-handedly led HR at a fast-growing crypto startup, scaling the team from 20 to 100+ in under a year. She managed everything from hiring to employee support, all while shaping a strong, positive culture with passion, empathy, and relentless dedication."
Abigail Fleischman
Experienced Payment Operations Manager
"Pooja is a responsive, approachable HR pro who excels at recruiting and getting things done. She built her team from scratch, made fast progress, and always takes time to listen. Her dedication is unmatched to the point we had to remind her to unplug!"

What past clients say

Diana Marcela Arias
Director, Financial Intelligence Unit
“Pooja showed us that the HR title should be a company's soul for every action. Furthermore, she taught us that love and respect should always prevail no matter how difficult the path is. Still, the most important thing I could learn from her is that the true identity of the human being is found in love and respect for both business cultures as human beings culture.”
Samantha Young
Program Assistant, ICDL Dirfloortime
“Pooja coached me through a career pivot from education to HR. She helped clarify my goals, refine my resume, prep for interviews. And I got the job! Her insights were sharp, her support was flexible, and her feedback was always actionable. Highly recommend.”
John Fleming
Derivative Path, President and COO
“Pooja brought consistency and fairness to our team management, helping build a culture where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. Her approach strengthened trust, boosted morale, and ensured every team member had equal attention and opportunity, no matter their role.”
KURT Boehringer
CFO derivative Path
“Pooja built Derivative Path’s HR from the ground up streamlining key processes and creating a foundation for global, inclusive engagement. She blends empathy with execution, navigating tough conversations while driving results with deep expertise and relentless dedication.”
Stef Schultz
ENTJ-A: Commander | Apple Alum
"Grounding discussions and cutting-edge advice, with fingers on the pulse ofthe market - Pooja is a no-nonsense human, she cuts to the chase, and she is a straight shooter who is beyond fair in all of her dealings. Can't recommend her enough, and looking forward to many future coachings!"
Dilshan Dowlah
Head of US @ Mercuryo
"Pooja single-handedly led HR at a fast-growing crypto startup, scaling the team from 20 to 100+ in under a year. She managed everything from hiring to employee support, all while shaping a strong, positive culture with passion, empathy, and relentless dedication."
Abigail Fleischman
Experienced Payment Operations Manager
"Pooja is a responsive, approachable HR pro who excels at recruiting and getting things done. She built her team from scratch, made fast progress, and always takes time to listen. Her dedication is unmatched to the point we had to remind her to unplug!"

What past clients say

Diana Marcela Arias
Director, Financial Intelligence Unit
“Pooja showed us that the HR title should be a company's soul for every action. Furthermore, she taught us that love and respect should always prevail no matter how difficult the path is. Still, the most important thing I could learn from her is that the true identity of the human being is found in love and respect for both business cultures as human beings culture.”
Samantha Young
Program Assistant, ICDL Dirfloortime
“Pooja coached me through a career pivot from education to HR. She helped clarify my goals, refine my resume, prep for interviews. And I got the job! Her insights were sharp, her support was flexible, and her feedback was always actionable. Highly recommend.”
John Fleming
Derivative Path, President and COO
“Pooja brought consistency and fairness to our team management, helping build a culture where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. Her approach strengthened trust, boosted morale, and ensured every team member had equal attention and opportunity, no matter their role.”
KURT Boehringer
CFO derivative Path
“Pooja built Derivative Path’s HR from the ground up streamlining key processes and creating a foundation for global, inclusive engagement. She blends empathy with execution, navigating tough conversations while driving results with deep expertise and relentless dedication.”
Stef Schultz
ENTJ-A: Commander | Apple Alum
"Grounding discussions and cutting-edge advice, with fingers on the pulse ofthe market - Pooja is a no-nonsense human, she cuts to the chase, and she is a straight shooter who is beyond fair in all of her dealings. Can't recommend her enough, and looking forward to many future coachings!"
Dilshan Dowlah
Head of US @ Mercuryo
"Pooja single-handedly led HR at a fast-growing crypto startup, scaling the team from 20 to 100+ in under a year. She managed everything from hiring to employee support, all while shaping a strong, positive culture with passion, empathy, and relentless dedication."
Abigail Fleischman
Experienced Payment Operations Manager
"Pooja is a responsive, approachable HR pro who excels at recruiting and getting things done. She built her team from scratch, made fast progress, and always takes time to listen. Her dedication is unmatched to the point we had to remind her to unplug!"

Common next steps after compensation + leveling

People Ops Foundations

Recruiting & Onboarding

Performance Management

Frequently asked questions

How long does selection and rollout take?

Will HR tech replace the need for HR support?

What if we’re hiring across multiple states?

We already have an HRIS—can you fix adoption?

Can you help clean up our employee data?

Do you implement the tools directly?

Which HRIS or payroll tool should we choose?

Get the right HR tools then make them actually work

Book a free 30-minute HR Audit and we’ll map your biggest HR tech workflow gaps and the fastest path to clean adoption.

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