I was out shopping with my girls at the weekend and you can’t escape the fact Christmas is well and truly on the way. Music is playing, decorations are up and the new tradition of Christmas is blatantly on sale in most shops – the novelty Christmas jumper. Now I love Christmas jumpers (although I wouldn’t be caught wearing one) …
Does the work Christmas party bring you out in a cold sweat?
We’re well and truly into November now and no doubt most workplaces have booked and planned their Christmas party. But it’s fair to say the workplace Christmas party gets its fair share of bad press. From punch-ups and offensively drunk staff, to extra-marital activities and unwanted advances, we’ve all heard the horror stories. I certainly remember a few in my …
Help!! All my staff want time off over Christmas
So we’re quickly approaching the festive season, and no doubt everything’s going well in your business. You’ve got robust plans in place, so you’re in the best possible position for maximising your profits for the end of the year, and you’re feeling pretty organised and in control. All of a sudden though, you’ve got a big issue on your hands. …
Would you have a problem with a tattooed employee?
It’s fair to say that body art including tattoos and the workplace are two things that haven’t traditionally gone hand in hand. However in recent years, things have started to shift. In 2014, Starbucks famously lifted its tattoo ban for its staff in a move that was welcomed with open (and perhaps intricately adorned) arms. The coffee chain is known …