With the UK economy floundering and a recession looming, businesses are bracing themselves for tough times over the coming months. This is especially true for senior leaders and line managers. On the one hand, they’ll be tasked with keeping employees […]
The last few months of the year are usually dominated by the run-up to the festive break. But this year is going to be slightly different, with the added spectacle of a first-ever winter football World Cup. Normally, football’s World […]
6 crucial year-end actions for HR in summary: To prepare for the year-end, HR must undertake several critical tasks, including: HR teams must prepare for changes in employment law, including wage adjustments and updates to statutory pay. An end-of-year information […]
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; […]
As a young marketer, one of the first things I learnt was the importance of brand advocacy. Sure, attracting customers to your brand and successfully selling them your products is one thing: but turning them into advocates was – and […]
Summary of our 5 TED Talks on building resilience… This enlightening blog post shares five TED Talks that provide insights on building resilience. It includes talks by Dr. Lucy Hone, David Donaldson, and Srikumar Rao. They offer practical advice on […]
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. […]
Supporting working parents: 4 ways HR can help ease the pressure in summary: In this blog, we discuss the challenges faced by working parents and the vital role of HR has in providing support and solutions. It highlights strategies such […]
How to manage difficult conversations: 8 top tips in summary: To manage difficult conversations at work more effectively, consider the following: Preparation and Empathy: Before initiating a difficult conversation, plan your key points and consider the employee’s perspective to foster […]
5 ways to strike the right balance with absence management in summary: In this blog, we explore strategies for effective absence management, emphasising the importance of striking a balance between supporting employees’ wellbeing and maintaining operational productivity. It shares 5 […]
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 […]
Calculating the ROI of HR Software in summary: Calculating the return on investment (ROI) of HR software is crucial for businesses to understand the value it brings. ROI can be measured by considering the cost savings, increased efficiency, and improved […]
