Congratulations on Your New Role as Manager! Embarking on this new journey can be exciting yet daunting. With a team now looking to you for guidance, your role involves understanding diverse...
Night Work Regulations and Employer Responsibilities
Night Work Regulations and Employer Responsibilities Hours and Limits Staff who regularly work at least 3 hours during the 'night period' are classified as night workers. The default night...
Stuck in a contract maze?
Stuck in a contract maze? Long-term contracts with extended notice periods can be a major pain point, locking businesses into services that may no longer meet their evolving needs. This lack of...
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...