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Preventing Performance Issues: The Importance of Timely Feedback

Early, constructive feedback is essential for improving employee performance and preventing larger issues. By providing timely feedback, you can help employees feel valued, motivated, and supported, while also protecting the company’s productivity and reputation. While it may be tempting to avoid difficult conversations about performance, the potential benefits of early intervention far outweigh the risks. […]

Why Training For Managers Is Critical

Discover the importance of training for managers in our latest blog. Learn how effective training in conflict resolution, absence management, and performance management can enhance employee morale, productivity, and overall business success.

Why Consistency is Crucial in the Absence Management Process

Without a clear and consistently applied absence management policy, sick leave disruptions can become costly and time consuming. This blog will explore the importance of applying consistent absence management procedures to ensure employees know what to expect and for business owners to have a fair and effective way of keeping absence costs manageable. We will also offer tips on effective communication to keep everyone on the same page.

Holiday Planning

Holiday Planning Top Tips for Employers and Small Businesses. Planning effectively for the summer holidays is crucial to ensure smooth operations, satisfied employees, and sustained business performance. Here’s our guide to help navigate the summer season efficiently.

Which HR Policies are Essential and Why?

Having essential HR policies in place protects your business, strengthens your employer brand, and fosters a positive work environment. However, navigating the legalities and best practices for HR policies can be complex. This blog will guide you through the key HR policies you need, explaining why they are and what they should cover.

People Management and its link to Productivity

CIPD report on People management and Productivity supports investing in high performance working principles in the workplace to improving an organisation’s productivity. Businesses which have structured management support are more resilient.

November 2024 Newsletter

HR Audit: An essential strategic tool for your business | The 4-day week reboot | The perks of the job… | Why should you care about your employees’ ‘engagement’?

HR Audit: An essential strategic tool for your business

As an independent HR consultant, we’re here to be your business’s Strategic Partner and our primary goal is to work in the best interests of your business to help you to achieve your goals. That’s why, when we start working together, we’ll likely conduct an HR Audit of your business.

The ultimate guide to employer branding

What do you know about employer branding? Is it a cool logo and a punchy strapline, or a secret weapon that supercharges your business? Let’s dive into what employer branding REALLY is, why it matters so much and the benefits of developing a killer employer brand.

WARNING: Labour’s new employment laws are VERY employee centric which is why you need to take ACTION now

As you’ve probably seen, the new Labour Government has promised to introduce a huge wave of new employment laws that could come into effect as soon as October this year. The changes they’re proposing are VERY employee centric. They’re great changes for your employees, but not so great for you and your business… This guide talks you through everything you need to know at a top level.

August 2024 Newsletter

How flexible is your business - and how can we help? 3 main causes of poor mental health at work Is your business guilty of wellbeing washing?

The ultimate guide to flexible working

With the recent introduction of the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023, you could see a flurry of flexible working requests. This guide talks you through everything you need to know at a top level.

July 2024 Newsletter

Why you should have a company handbook and how we can help | Silence is not golden: Over half of UK job seekers don't hear back | Flexible Working - how can you keep it on your terms?