How HR software can identify bad managers in summary… A new study has discovered HR’s efforts to create effective staff retention strategies are being undermined by poorly trained or bad people managers. HR teams must undertake several key activities to […]
How to win support for a new HR system in summary: When looking to win support for a new HR system, focus on showing how the HRIS system aligns with the business objectives, emphasising benefits like efficiency, data accuracy, 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 […]
Does HR have an image problem? Well, if recent articles in the press are to be believed, it does. For example, a recent FT podcast asked what the point of HR was? Host Isabelle Berwick commented that “For some managers, […]
As an HR professional, you’ll likely be looking at how you can guide and support the more strategic objectives of a business. As a result, you may want to launch any number of workforce-related initiatives that’ll help do exactly that: […]
HR teams and line managers are likely breathing a sigh of relief that summer is coming to an end. With the sizzling temperatures now behind us and children back at school, the usual rush of summer holiday requests will have […]
If you saw someone behaving inappropriately or unethically at work, would you speak up or do anything about it? It’s a question that’s gained prominence recently due to the alleged actions of British television personality Russell Brand. Following an investigation […]
Mentoring programmes: removing the cost and complexity in summary: In this blog, we look at the benefits of mentoring programs and removing the cost and complexity associated with traditional training methods. Mentoring fosters a culture of continuous learning and development […]
Employee retention is a hot topic in HR circles right now. Gone are the days when employees would stay with a single company throughout their entire career. In fact, job hopping every few years is now seen as the norm, […]
Although the road ahead is still looking decidedly bumpy, there’s increased optimism that the UK’s economy is on course for recovery and… whisper it… renewed growth. For example, the CBI has recently upgraded its own economic outlook and believes that […]
Business leaders have had a tough time of it of late. Many are struggling with rising costs, depressed revenues, and a gloomy financial outlook. On this difficult business landscape, it’s no surprise that many are looking at where they can […]
I imagine I’m not the only one who resents spending time on manual repetitive tasks. Activities that can’t be ignored, but aren’t really adding value either. It’s not just bad for my personal sanity, but for business too! Completing dull, […]
