Taking people strategies from concept to reality.
Welcome! I’m Amanda Malcolm, founder of NextPhaseHR.
For over 20 years, I’ve helped startups to midsize businesses build, fix, and implement people strategies, programs, processes, and systems—turning good ideas into solutions that actually work.
Whether you’re building from scratch, untangling what’s broken, or trying to move a stalled initiative forward, I’m the partner who helps get it from concept to fully operational.
What I Do and Who I Support:
People are your greatest investment—and one of the easiest and most expensive to get wrong.
I support founders, executives, and HR teams by helping them:
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Build or strengthen practical, right-sized HR foundations
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Fix gaps, inefficiencies, or unclear people processes
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Implement HR systems that fit the business (not the other way around)
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Lead people-focused change so initiatives actually stick
Every solution is tailored to your culture, stage, and goals—and designed to last well beyond the engagement.
My Approach:
NextPhaseHR is built on trust, authenticity, and impact.
I bring strategic insight and hands-on leadership to every engagement—bridging the gap between planning and execution. Clients don’t just get advice; they get a thoughtful, experienced partner who sees the big picture and delivers.
Whether it’s an HR audit, a broken process, a people initiative that’s lost momentum, or a new HR system rollout, I’ll help you turn it into something that works for your business. Because your next phase deserves more than a plan—it deserves to become reality.
Five Core Services. One Clear Goal - From Concept to Fully Operational.
These five service areas show how I support organizations at any stage—building new foundations, advancing work in progress, or fixing what’s stalled.
Click on any service below to learn more.
Core Values
~ Authenticity ~ Trust ~ Impact ~
🔹Authenticity – I believe in real, honest partnerships built on trust and transparency. I don’t sugar-coat the truth or offer fluff—but I deliver it with care, empathy, and your best interests at heart. I do what’s right for your business, not just what’s easy—and I’ll always share what you need to hear in a way that supports you and your goals.
🔹 Trust – Trust is the foundation of every successful partnership. My clients count on me as a true extension of their leadership team, and I take that responsibility seriously. I build trust by delivering on commitments, communicating with transparency, and creating space for open, honest conversations. With discretion, integrity, and clarity, I help leaders navigate change with confidence.
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🔹Impact – My work isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about driving meaningful, lasting change. I focus on solutions that are practical, sustainable, and aligned with what matters most to your business and your people.
