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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...
The Decline in Employee Training Spending
The Decline in Employee Training Spending: A Short-Sighted Approach Recent findings from the New Economics Foundation (NEF) have revealed a significant 20% decline in overall business spending on...
My dedication to Human Resources
My dedication to Human Resources Well this came as a bit of a surprise last week! CIPD My dedication to the field was recognised with the prestigious 20-year CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel...
UK Businesses Grapple with Rising Litigation Concerns
UK Businesses Grapple with Rising Litigation Concerns A recent study conducted by global risk management and insurance broker, Gallagher, has shed light on the escalating levels of litigation faced...
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Helping employees beat the January Blues
Helping employees beat the January Blues January poses challenges for many individuals, marked by gloomy weather, waning New Year’s resolutions, post-Christmas dietary constraints, and financial...
Why invest in Training & Development?
Why invest in Training & Development? When we talk about training and development, we are referring to the process of enhancing employees' skills, knowledge, abilities, and attitudes to improve...
Preparing for a Successful Year Ahead
Preparing for a Successful Year Ahead: HR Strategies for Year-End Reflection and Goal Setting The end of the year is a crucial time for HR professionals to guide employees through reflection and...
The North Pole HR Chronicles: Tales of Elf Development and Reindeer Relations
The North Pole HR Chronicles: Tales of Elf Development and Reindeer Relations This case study delves into the exciting world of Santa Claus, his devoted team of elves, and the hardworking reindeer...
Individual Development Plans (IDPs): Empowering Growth and Success
Individual Development Plans (IDPs): Empowering Growth and Success In today's dynamic workplace, continuous learning and development are essential for personal and professional growth. Individual...
Unlocking Success with SMART Goals: A Guide to Effective Goal Setting
Unlocking Success with SMART Goals: A Guide to Effective Goal Setting Setting goals is a crucial aspect of personal and professional growth, but not all goals are created equal. To maximise the...
The Randomness of Our Life Journey: A Path to Untapped Qualifications
The Randomness of Our Life Journey: A Path to Untapped Qualifications Life is an unpredictable journey, characterised by unexpected twists, turns, and detours. While individuals often strive to...
How HR Can Support Employees During Relationship Challenges
How HR Can Support Employees During Relationship Challenges January, often dubbed the "peak time for breakups," brings with it a unique set of challenges for individuals dealing with the aftermath...
New Guidance on Workplace Support for Terminally ill Employees
New Guidance on Workplace Support for Terminally ill Employees The What Works Centre for Wellbeing and Marie Curie have released new guidance on workplace policies and practices to support...
The Power of Attentive Listening
The Power of Attentive Listening In our fast-paced and opinion-driven world, the art of attentive listening is often overlooked, overshadowed by a tendency to rush through conversations,...
The Cost of Workplace Conflict – Avoiding your Employees Going off with a Bang!
The Cost of Workplace Conflict – Avoiding your Employees Going off with a Bang! The Cost of Workplace Conflict – Avoiding your Employees Going off with a Bang! The greatest resource a business...
How pitstop teams work well together.
How pitstop teams work well together. Pit stops are possibly the most visual evidence of why Formula One racing is a team sport. Red Bull are the undisputed kings of the pit stop world with...