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Kim Holdroyd has an MSc in HRM and is passionate about all things HR and people operations, specialising in the employee life cycle, company culture, and employee empowerment. Her career background has been spent with various industries, including technology start-ups, gaming software, and recruitment.
Absence Policies: Why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t fit all in summary: With sickness absence rates climbing to their highest levels in over a decade, businesses must have tailored absence management policies in place that meets their workforce’s specific needs. A […]
What you need to know about gender pay gap reporting and how your HR system can help in summary: The deadline for gender pay gap reporting for private and voluntary-sector employers with a headcount of 250 or more is April […]
5 reasons why you need to prioritise employee career development in summary: With unfavourable economic conditions stunting recruitment efforts and talent scarce, businesses and their HR teams must turn to prioritising employee learning and career development Supporting employee career development […]
10 things you should do as a new HR Professional in summary: Starting a new role as an HR professional presents a glorious opportunity to positively influence a business and its workforce. Begin by understanding the company’s culture, its values […]
Performance reviews: mastering the art of giving effective feedback in summary: Providing effective feedback during performance reviews can spark growth, inspiration and propel individuals to reach new heights. Effective performance review feedback should begin with positive acknowledgments and specific, objective […]
The most important qualities of a great HR professional in summary… Becoming an HR professional can provide both a fulfilling and dynamic career path – one that has ample opportunities for advancement. HR professionals are instrumental in recruiting, developing, and […]
How to create a culture of HR excellence in summary: The annual HR Excellence Awards serve as a great example of the impact creative HR can have on a business. To create you own culture of excellence, focus on winning […]
The 10 best automation tools for HR in summary: HR automation tools help HR teams reduce manual admin by automating repetitive tasks like absence approvals, onboarding, payroll processes and reporting. By using HR software and workflow automation, organisations can streamline […]
What HR can do to reengage with remote and hybrid workers in summary: If you’re looking to strengthen engagement with your remote working employees, try the following: Reignite connections using pulse surveys, setting up a Chief Remote Officer, and creating […]
Summary of what do candidates want from employers in 2023: Candidates in 2023 are looking for employers who prioritise work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. Competitive compensation and benefits packages are important to candidates, as well as opportunities for […]
Training & development: finding a balance when budgets are tight in summary: Training and development programmes are often the first to be cut when businesses are looking to reduce costs. Luckily, training and development doesn’t have to be hugely expensive; […]
How HR can support staff through the cost-of-living crisis in summary: HR can support staff through the cost of living crisis by offering financial wellbeing support, such as financial education, advice on budgeting, and access to financial products and services. […]
