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 […]
Category: Human Resources
How to handle big changes in your business
Change is a reality for every business. And for those businesses looking to be a market leader, change should be embraced because it’s key to innovation. However, poorly managed change can have the opposite effect. It can lead to uncertainty, anxiety and potentially losing key talent, especially in a competitive marketplace. That’s why we might […]
An introduction to salary benchmarking
What is salary benchmarking? Salary benchmarking is a data-gathering exercise that allows you to compare your compensation packages against other companies. What’s the goal of salary benchmarking? To ensure that your company is offering competitive and equal pay – helping you to attract and retain your people and keep them engaged and happy. What are […]
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. […]
Why ‘quiet quitting’ is a bigger problem than you think…
What is quiet quitting? Quiet quitting is a term used to describe a situation where employees do the bare minimum required for their jobs without going above and beyond. Rather than quitting their job outright, these employees disengage both emotionally and mentally, maintaining just enough effort to meet job requirements. To us HR consultants, it’s […]