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If We Ever Needed Reminding Of The Importance Of Great Leadership!
If the past few weeks, and this week in particular, has taught us anything it’s that uncertainty is never far away! As the ‘popular’ tweet (435.4k likes and counting) says “My son has lived through four chancellors, three home secretaries, two...
Common Mistakes Employers Make When Dismissing Employees
Dismissing an employee can be a complicated and sometimes lengthy process, a difficult time for all concerned and it is never a decision to take lightly. After all, the consequences of getting it wrong could be catastrophic, not only for the...
Great North Run 2022
More funds raised for St Barnabas Hospice Trust (Lincolnshire) On Sunday, 11th September Adam completed his 18th Great North Run, this time running alongside fellow Lincoln business owner, Chris Owen from Optimum Safety. One of an estimated 60,000...
Menstrual Leave Policy: Our Analysis & Insights
On LinkedIn recently, we held a poll asking: “Do you have a Menstrual Leave Policy?” The responses were: Yes 0%No – not planning to 24%No – we...
Ways To Deal with Stress In The Workplace
It's no secret that stress can take a toll on our mental and physical health. Unfortunately, stress is also a common occurrence in the workplace. While some stress is normal, chronic stress can lead to serious health problems. According to a study...
Great North Run 2022 – Director running 18th Great North Run in aid of St Barnabas Hospice Trust (Lincolnshire)
It’s that time of year when Adam Davey is donning his trainers on 11th September to run in the world’s largest half marathon, the Great North Run, for the 18th time once again raising vital funds for St Barnabas Hospice. St Barnabas Hospice...
Equality Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace (Updated For 2022)
I wrote this piece on equality, diversity and inclusion a few years ago, back when I was a student. Until then I'd only ever written academic assignments or small pieces that were essential in my professional life. But nothing like this, there was...
Renewing Your HR Services Contract?
We speak to lots of organisations who are already outsourcing their HR support to an external provider but have reached a stage when they are looking to review their current arrangements. But, one question we get asked consistently is what’s the...
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Restrictive Covenants & Post Termination Clauses
Each and every business has a wealth of information that it considers important, however some information goes beyond that and becomes almost invaluable. Whilst in employment, this type of game changing information has a level of protection due to implied terms in the...
Covid Vaccination Dismissal: Tribunal Case
As confidence grows that we are heading for the COVID endgame, the fact is, there are still disputes occurring in the courts around COVID and the workplace. What isn’t advised, what is and best practice is continuing to evolve with clearer pictures being drawn with...
Noticing The Signs Of Stress & How To Move Forward
Wellbeing is a vital factor, that ties in within the HR sector. Recently, we have collaborated with Nicki, from, The Wellbeing People, who offers insight into stress and pressures, alongside advice on how to maintain these feelings. Here's Nicki's in-depth insights -...
Black Friday and HR: How to Manage the Day Successfully
Black Friday 2021 is going to be bigger than ever. No doubt we will all want to treat ourselves after the last 18 months and Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the ideal opportunity to do that. However, the last time we checked, Friday is also a working day. So, there...
We Won Again! SME News UK Enterprise Awards 2021 Winners
We're absolutely delighted to be named as HR Consultancy of the Year 2021 in the SME News UK Enterprise Awards This comes after scooping the Best Nationwide Bespoke Employment Support Services Provider in the Midlands Enterprise Awards 2021 back in...
Improve Your Business Performance Management through HR
What is business performance management? If you’re asking that question then this is the article for you. As a business owner it isn’t just you against the ever changing and evolving business world. Ideally you’ll have the right managers and team leaders running the...
Director Running 17th Half Marathon for Charity
It’s that time of year! Director, Adam Davey, is donning his trainers to run in the world’s largest half marathon, the Great North Run. This will be his 17th time once again raising vital funds for St Barnabas Hospice! In 2018, he had already raised over £10,000 for...
What role does HR play in performance management?
Every organisation needs a performance management process to utilise their staff in the best way. Performance management is the backbone of your business and spans multiple elements. Being able to figure out the best way to create and manage an effective performance...
We Won! SME News Midlands Enterprise Awards Winners
We are incredibly excited and delighted to announce that Petaurum HR has been named as Best Nationwide Bespoke Employment Support Services Provider in the Midlands Enterprise Awards 2021, hosted by SME News. Dean Taylor from SME News said “This award symbolises the...
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Employee Retention Strategies [July 2021]
Business owners worldwide have struggled in one way or another over the last eighteen months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the main worries has been employee retention. HR departments, managers and owners have to think of the best ways to retain employees and...