HR consultants use the term Organisational Design to describe how your business operates from a people point of view. It involves figuring out the best way to arrange your teams, roles and workflows, so that everyone knows what they need to do, how they fit into the bigger picture and how they can work together […]
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Do you have big goals for 2025? We’ll help you to achieve them.
Most business owners think that HR is purely operational. Solely there to hire, fire and organise the Christmas party… However, there are two sides to HR: operational and strategic. While operational matters are important, the real value you’ll see from HR is in our role as a Strategic Partner in your business. As your Strategic […]
Your business’s plan to improve employees’ mental health
Mental health affects one in six British workers. It’s the leading cause of sickness absence. And it’s costing UK employers between £33 billion and £44 billion a year. Prioritising employee mental health isn’t just “the right thing to do”; it’s critical to your business’s success. To address this, the government’s “Thriving at Work” review outlined […]
How good is your business at managing employee conflict?
Conflict is a natural part of day-to-day life and is inevitable. But a lot of people hate any sort of confrontation and are really bad at managing it. The thought of addressing something or confronting someone really stresses people out. And, if you do pluck up the courage to address it, you probably handle it […]
The difference between remote and flexible working
Since the pandemic, remote and flexible working have become familiar phrases in the workplace. We’re big fans of offering remote and flexible working for employees, as long as it works for the business too. Although both working styles can be interchangeable, it’s important to remember their differences. In this article, we’ll break down the key […]
4-step system: How to improve the performance of your employees
Putting systems in place to review and improve your employees’ performance is important because your employees’ performance directly impacts your bottom line. What is Performance Management? ‘Performance Management’ is an umbrella term HR consultants use to describe strategies or actions to review and improve employee performance. What are the benefits of Performance Management? • Aligns […]
Where NOT to get HR advice from and why
As a business owner, you know the importance of making sound decisions for you, your company and your people. HR is one of those areas where you can’t get it wrong. Because if you do, it could cost you thousands of pounds in employee claims. Just take a look at the average figures awarded at […]
What should you consider when planning redundancies in your business?
Handling redundancies in a business is never easy… The process requires careful planning, empathy and strict adherence to legal guidelines. With redundancy numbers rising, it’s more important than ever for business owners to understand how to manage this challenging situation correctly to avoid claims, maintain morale and protect the company’s reputation. Here’s a comprehensive guide […]
Do you have questions about flexible working?
The Flexible Working (Amendment) Regulations came into effect on 6 April 2024, bringing significant updates to the UK’s flexible working regulations. Employees can now make flexible working requests from day one of their employment and are actively asking their employers to work more flexibly. Because of this, we’re hearing lots of questions and concerns from […]
Your business needs a powerful Strategic Partner like us…
Most business owners think that HR is purely operational. There to look after your employees, handle issues and organise the Christmas party… However, there are two sides to HR: operational and strategic. While operational matters are important, the real value you’ll gain from HR is from our role as a Strategic Partner in your business. […]