Who doesn’t want an efficient and productive workforce? The more productive your team is, the more profitable they are. It’s as simple as that. That’s why every business should actively work to improve (or at least sustain) employee efficiency and productivity. It’s not something you fix once and forget about. It requires ongoing attention to […]
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What is a toxic working environment?
Are your employees constantly making snarky comments, gossiping about one another and pushing the boundaries of banter? These are all telltale signs of a toxic working environment. To us HR consultants, this is a HUGE red flag. Why should you care about workplace toxicity? A toxic working environment isn’t just bad for employees – it’s […]
Are up-to-date job descriptions really that important?
For us HR consultants, keeping job descriptions up-to-date is a really important aspect of ‘organisational design’. Organisational design is the plan we create to ensure that you have the right resources in place to achieve your business goals. Up-to-date job descriptions can also help you in these areas too: – Hiring and recruitmentUp-to-date job descriptions […]
How to exit an employee while avoiding a constructive dismissal claim
Business owners often contact us to help them with a difficult employee that needs to go. And, if this is right for the business, there are ways to ‘manage’ an employee out of the business. (Even though this term is widely discouraged these days.) But here’s the risk – you could face a constructive dismissal […]
Neurodivergent employees? Here are the answers you need…
What is classed as neurodivergence? The term neurodivergent refers to individuals whose brains function differently from the “neurotypical” norm. What are common neurodivergent conditions? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – Impacts focus, impulse control, organisation and energy regulation. Dyslexia – Affects reading, writing and spelling abilities, often linked to challenges with processing written language. Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination […]
3 ideas to boost employee engagement without breaking the bank
With challenges like quiet quitting and hybrid working struggles, keeping employees engaged has become more critical than ever. As a business owner, creating employee engagement isn’t just about boosting morale… It’s about driving productivity, reducing turnover and creating a thriving workplace. The good news? You don’t need a massive budget to make a big impact. […]
Your roadmap to managing long-term sickness
Long-term sickness can be challenging for the employee affected and take its toll on your entire team and business operations. As a business owner, it is vital to handle these cases with empathy, sensitivity and a practical approach that ensures compliance with employment laws. So, how can you navigate this while balancing care for your […]
HR is the backbone of your business
HR is often seen as the department that takes care of the admin side of employing people: handling contracts, compliance and payroll. For many business owners, HR is easy to overlook as a reactive function, only stepping in when there is a problem. But the truth is, HR is so much more than that. It’s […]
Let’s bust a common workplace myth: “Appraisals don’t work”
If you’ve ever thought appraisals are just a box-ticking exercise or a painful annual ritual, you’re not alone. But the problem isn’t appraisals themselves… it’s how they’re often done. When handled poorly, appraisals can feel pointless or even counterproductive. But, when done right, they can be a game-changer for your team and business. Why appraisals […]
Why does Employee Appreciation Day matter?
Employee Appreciation Day on 7th March is the perfect reminder to celebrate your team this month. And let’s be honest… who doesn’t love a little extra recognition now and then? It’s a great excuse to shine a light on your team’s hard work and show them that you genuinely value what they do. But here’s […]