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Here you will find a broad and diverse range of HR topics we have covered over the years. This is a mix of current affairs and hot topics to evergreen HR content that will serve you and your business time and again. So, have a browse and if you want to chat about anything you read, get in touch!
HR 2023: Important Updates to Rates and Regulations
As we move into 2023 it’s important to be aware of changes that came into force in December 2022 and forthcoming changes to statutory rates that some employers may have missed: The Exclusivity Terms for Zero Hours Workers (Unenforceability and...
5 Vital Rules On Handling Difficult Conversations
Difficult conversations are never easy (the clue is in the word ‘’difficult’) but they can be especially challenging in the workplace. As HR professionals, we're tasked with handling these delicate situations on a regular basis, but as a...
Your 2022 End Of Year HR Checklist
As we move into the final stretch of 2022, it's time to start thinking about your end-of-year HR checklist. This is an especially important time for HR professionals, as it's a chance to reflect on the past year and prepare for the next one. In...
The Key To Driving Performance For Your Employees
Getting the best out of your people and driving consistent high performance might sound like nirvana but it doesn’t have to be this way! Of course, there are a number of vital ingredients that need to be embedded into your People...
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...