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Tick HR Solutions Wins Tender with Tonwood Home Hardware.
Tick HR Solutions Wins Tender with Tonwood Home Hardware. We are thrilled to announce that Tick HR Solutions has officially secured a contract with Tonwood Home Hardware, a renowned hardware shop...
Understanding Neurodivergence: How Employers Can Foster Inclusivity
Understanding Neurodivergence: How Employers Can Foster Inclusivity The term "neurodivergent" was introduced by sociologist Judy Singer in 1997. Singer defined neurodiversity as the broad spectrum...
Small Business Saturday in the UK
Small Business Saturday in the UK: Celebrating Local Enterprise and Community Spirit Small Business Saturday is an annual event that takes place on the first Saturday of December across the UK....
World Hello Day
World Hello Day Every year on November 21, people across the globe observe World Hello Day, a unique celebration that underscores the importance of personal communication in encouraging peace and...
Jewellery Technician Loses Discrimination Claim
Jewellery Technician Loses Discrimination Claim In a recent tribunal decision, a jewellery technician named Malgorzata Kopec has lost her discrimination claim following her dismissal for bullying...
Addressing Alcohol Misuse in the Workplace
Addressing Alcohol Misuse in the Workplace Alcohol misuse can have a profound impact on employee health, job performance, and workplace safety. Despite its significant effects, many employers find...
Supporting Women with ADHD in the Workplace
Supporting Women with ADHD in the Workplace As awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace grows, more women are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). According to...
Understanding and Addressing Workplace Anxiety
Understanding and Addressing Workplace Anxiety Research indicates that 60 percent of employees experience anxiety, according to *Caroline Evans. Stress, anxiety, and depression contribute to more...
National Insurance Hike: A Mixed Bag for UK SMEs
National Insurance Hike: A Mixed Bag for UK SMEs The recent rise in employer National Insurance contributions has sparked a wave of uncertainty among UK SMEs. While some welcome the increased...
WFH Staff Are Napping on the Job, Research Suggests
WFH Staff Are Napping on the Job, Research Suggests New research reveals an unexpected trend: nearly 10% of Britons are taking naps during office hours. This habit, while perhaps beneficial for...
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Have you experienced a toxic manager?
Have you experienced a toxic manager? According to the Workplace Training Report 2024 by Corndel, a significant number of employees in the UK have encountered "toxic managers" in the past five...
Why Delegate?
Why Delegate? Delegation is a crucial tool and skill that can help leaders gain more control over their team while also fostering the professional development of team members. It allows for...
UK Experiments with Flexible Work Models vs. Greece’s Extended Workweek
UK Experiments with Flexible Work Models vs. Greece's Extended Workweek The UK Paves the Way for Flexible Work: The UK is embarking on a groundbreaking pilot project exploring various flexible...
Overcoming the Micromanagement Trap
Overcoming the Micromanagement Trap Understanding the Micromanagement Mindset Micromanagement is a common, yet counterproductive leadership style characterised by a manager's excessive...
Impact of Stress and Burnout on Businesses in 2024
Impact of Stress and Burnout on Businesses in 2024 A significant 80% of risk management experts foresee stress and burnout having a major impact on businesses and employees this year. The Risk...
Frustrations with large national HR companies.
Many businesses have experienced frustrations with large national HR companies that promise comprehensive solutions but often fall short in practice. Have you? If you've worked with such a...
Is workplace ‘banter’ becoming a problem?
Is workplace ‘banter’ becoming a problem? Part of the fun working in an office is joking around with our colleagues. I mean, why not have a little fun? you maybe haven’t seen them face to face in...
Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training
Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training One in three UK employees are over the age of 50 are being denied opportunities to upskill...
What is Effective Communication?
What is Effective Communication? Effective communication is essential for conveying information and ensuring that it is received and understood by the intended audience. It involves various types...
Religion at work: discrimination is commonplace
Religion at work: discrimination is commonplace. A recent study conducted by business psychology consultancy Pearn Kandola has shed light on the prevalence of discrimination against religious...
The protected characteristics explained.
The protected characteristics explained. The Equality Act 2010 identifies nine characteristics as "protected characteristics," which are subject to significant discrimination in areas such as...
Managing Summer Holiday Requests
Managing Summer Holiday Requests The holiday season, while filled with joy, can present challenges for employers and HR teams who need to manage employee time-off requests. Balancing business...