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Dragons' Den contender: how managers can communicate betterIn this guest blog, Dragons’ Den contender & award-winning entrepreneur Claire Brumby shares the essential steps to effective...
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What could Labour’s employment law changes mean for HR?What potential employment law changes could be ahead in the event of a change in UK government – and what does this mean for HR?...
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Unlimited holiday: a havoc or benefit for SMEs?Have you ever considered an unlimited holiday policy for your small business? Do you know what it entails - and what the pros &...
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New employee induction plan template & checklistWith over 16 million people employed by UK SMEs, it’s fair to say that inductions are something UK small business...
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Legal update: 6 ways SMEs can navigate unfair dismissal claimsHow would you handle an unfair dismissal claim? These claims can be costly, stressful and time-consuming for everyone involved –...
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Employee not working notice period: what can SMEs do?One of the trickiest times you might face as a small business is when your employee announces they're leaving and, for whatever...
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How to create an effective training programme | Breathe HR AustraliaYour SME is constantly growing, and your employees need to evolve with it too if they’re to meet the daily challenges it brings. A...
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What is employee empowerment?Old-fashioned ways of working are now on the way out - luckily employees are now trusted and have autonomy in businesses with a...
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What is a psychological contract?Unwritten & intangible - a psychological contract represents the mutual expectations felt between employees & their...
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Whistleblowing in the workplace: what it means for SMEsWhat is a whistleblower, and how should SMEs handle a whistleblowing situation?
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7 soft skills that are crucial for great leadershipMost of us have a good idea of our capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses – or think we do. But when it comes to soft skills, do...
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How to spot the signs of depression in the workplace12.7% of all sick days taken in the UK can be attributed to mental health conditions, according to Mental Health Foundation.
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How to reinvent HR policies for SMEsHow can HR re-imagine their approach to policy?
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5 simple ways to sky-rocket employee engagementEmployee engagement can often be a tricky one to get your head around. But there’s no denying that it should be at the top of your...
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What is basic salary?Basic salary is a term seen commonly on job descriptions. It's also sometimes referred to as basic pay - but what does it actually...
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What is a disciplinary?What does a disciplinary involve and what's the usual procedure? We cover what SMEs need to know about disciplinary meetings.
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What is a probation period?Hundreds of people start a new job each week in the UK - and many will have joined their new companies on a probation period. ...
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The evolution of HR: workplace transformation with Níamh KellyWhat can we learn from the evolution of HR?
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What is employee health and wellbeing?Workplace health and wellbeing is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’ or an afterthought.
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What is the National Minimum Wage?The National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) are the minimum amount of pay a worker should receive in the UK,...
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What is a benefits package and what should it include?The power of implementing employee benefits can often be overlooked in small businesses because you are so focused on getting your...
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How transparent are you in the workplace?What does transparent mean in business? When it comes to business transparency, where do you stand? Are you a 'warts-and-all' set-up...
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7 statistics to help you manage workplace stressManaging stress in the workplace is important for both your team and the business. When stress at work becomes too much,...
