We all know that ‘pulling a sickie’ from work isn’t acceptable. But it turns out it’s something that many people here in the UK have no qualms about doing. A recent study has discovered that more than half of UK […]
Summary of The Platinum Jubilee: how was it for you? The Platinum Jubilee celebration was a memorable event that involved street parties, pomp, and pageantry, but it also created challenges for businesses as employees planned their annual leave around the […]
Good employee pulse survey questions will allow a business to track employee sentiment and engagement throughout a year. Done properly, they can help HR teams gain vital answers to the subjects that matter most to both them and their organisation’s […]
Why don’t employees want to return to the office? In summary: Studies have shown that remote working employees work more days per month and have higher overall productivity compared to their office-based counterparts The rising costs of fuel and food […]
With every business looking for effective ways to retain their best staff and attract the brightest talent, pulse surveys have proven a simple yet vital method of collecting targeted employee feedback. The best thing about them is that they are […]
How to boost your productivity when working in summary: Take a step back and identify what exactly robs your time and stops you from achieving your daily goals. This could be unscheduled discussions, constant notifications, or other interruptions Incorporate micro-breaks, […]
The so-called ‘Great Resignation’ is showing no sign of slowing down. Recent data suggests that the number of employees resigning here in the UK are at their highest rate since 2009, with “historically elevated levels of workers leaving the labour […]
Employee CVs: how can you really trust them? In summary: Recent studies reveal that a significant number of UK job seekers embellish their CVs, with 92.5% admitting to dishonesty and 1 in 12 falsifying formal qualifications. Employing individuals based on […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 2022: tackling loneliness with 5 Inspiring TED Talks in summary: In this blog, we highlight some brilliant TED Talks focused on loneliness, coinciding with Mental Health Week 2022. It discusses the impact of loneliness on mental […]
So, you’ve signed up to your new HR software, checked it’s all set up fine and you’re ready to roll with your new automated self-service HR system… Brilliant! Investing in a self-service HR system is one of the most effective […]
As we approach the summer, many people and businesses are now convinced that workers will never return to offices at the same rate as before the COVID pandemic – despite the UK returning to a semblance of pre-pandemic normality. The […]
What is onboarding software and what features should you look for? In summary: Onboarding software helps new hires settle in smoothly by automating admin tasks, managing paperwork, and keeping everything on track. Look for features like welcome portals for sharing […]
