‘Back to school’ season is upon us once again. But, for parents balancing the demands of work alongside the daily school run, the transition back to normality can be more difficult than some might expect. As HR are often responsible […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
With the ongoing skills shortage and a rapidly cooling labour market complicating the recruitment scene, it’s time HR looked within to fill knowledge and skills gaps. Fortunately, with the increasing digitisation of the workplace, there are plenty of powerful tools […]
The average HR department manages a wealth of valuable and sensitive personal data: from birth dates to addresses, national insurance numbers to bank account details. As an HR professional, you’re legally obliged and morally responsible for your employee’s data. This […]
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 […]
With news headlines shouting about economic uncertainty, recession, job losses and the like, it’s clear that the UK needs to brace itself for challenging times ahead. If the latest grim financial predictions come to pass, businesses will need all hands on […]
