It’s fair to say that the world of business has been in chaos over the past few weeks. The recent ‘mini budget’ and subsequent U-turns by the Government have led to disarray in the financial markets, and growing concerns about […]
No-one likes having difficult work conversations – but as a manager, it’s inevitable that at some point an issue will arise that has to be addressed. It may be that an employee’s performance has been consistently under par, a project […]
A looming recession and growing cost of living crisis have put just about every business onto the back foot. With finances squeezed and labour markets becoming tighter, every organisation will be looking to operate as efficiently as possible. However, if […]
Is cash king in your business? It’s no secret that using cash bonuses or monetary-based incentives remain a popular method of motivating a workforce. In fact, despite the tough financial climate, they still seem to be the go-to method for […]
As a busy HR professional, you’ll probably already know that sophisticated HR software can help organisations run more efficiently, ensure regulatory compliance and help employees work smarter together. But, while those inside HR circles will ‘get’ why you need a […]
As the cost-of-living crisis worsens, it would be logical to assume that bagging an improved salary package would be the priority for jobseekers, right? However, as research this year continues to prove, job hunters are targeting businesses with positive company […]
With the UK in the grip of a much-publicised skills shortage, many businesses may consider looking to recruit from beyond our shores. However, before any candidate from overseas starts a new role, organisations need to ensure potential applicants are eligible […]
Navigating the pandemic, battling the Great Resignation, fighting for greater diversity and inclusion… HR has certainly had its collective hands full over the past few years. But, despite becoming a key strategic partner for many forward-thinking organisations, it seems that […]
The last few weeks of my university degree were filled with anticipation and excitement. After completing my coursework and handing in my dissertation, my focus quickly turned to securing my first job, and my sights were firmly set on being […]
With virtually every business focused on fighting the ‘Great Resignation’, a new trend known as ‘quiet quitting’ has begun to make its presence felt amongst the UK workforce. Despite its name, ‘quiet quitting’ isn’t the act of an employee physically […]
