View our latest news and blog posts
Download your FREE PDF version of this newsletter here, or read it below. What do you really know about Employer Branding? Employer branding isn’t just a slick logo or a clever marketing strategy; it’s a powerful force, connecting your values, strategies and policies with your people. It’s what you stand for, how the world sees your business and the amazing …
Is your business guilty of “wellbeing washing”? There’s often a disconnect between what employees expect from wellbeing support and what employers provide. A monthly pizza party or last-minute webinar just won’t cut it and employees see right through superficial gestures. Let’s dive into the phenomenon of ‘wellbeing washing’ and how to avoid it while genuinely making a difference. What is …
4-step system: How to improve the performance of your employees Putting systems in place to review and improve your employees’ performance is important because your employees’ performance directly impacts your bottom line. What is Performance Management? ‘Performance Management’ is an umbrella term HR consultants use to describe strategies or actions to review and improve employee performance. What are the benefits …
Let’s talk recruitment! As a business owner, sometimes finding the perfect candidate can be a walk in the park. Strike gold, and you’ve secured an amazing new addition to your team; boosting morale, sparking excitement and easing the pressure of filling a vacancy. Other times – it’s a total nightmare. Sparse talent pool? Lack of diversity? Negative feedback about your …
Download your FREE PDF version of this newsletter here, or read it below. How inclusive is your business? Inclusion isn’t a trend; it’s the catalyst for innovation, creativity and high engagement in your business, shaping a distinctive brand. But when inclusion becomes performative and your actions don’t match your words, your teams will definitely notice. That’s why measuring inclusion is …
The aftermath of COVID-19 brought a wave of change and adaptation for businesses. As the UK labour market fluctuated, vacancies hit record highs in what became known as The Great Resignation – a period of high job turnover and employee job-hopping. Now, as we continue to move towards a new normal, the landscape shifts again. The latest CIPD Labour Market …
Download your FREE PDF version of this guide here, or read it below. 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. What is flexible working? Flexible working gives employees more control over where, …
Your team is your greatest asset. As a business owner, ensuring they stay engaged, motivated and committed is your top priority. But what if one of your star players starts to fade—becoming unusually quiet in team meetings, only chiming in when nudged or missing critical deadlines? They might be ‘quiet quitting’ – and this subtle disengagement can wreak havoc on …
Download your FREE PDF version of this newsletter here, or read it below. How flexible is your business – and how can we help? Flexible working gives employees the power to choose where, how and when they carry out their work. It empowers them to take charge of their work-life balance and shape their career around personal commitments. It goes …
The CIPD estimates that 1 in 5 people are neurodivergent in some way, representing a significant proportion of any workforce. Businesses must consider neurodiversity as an essential part of their ED&I strategy and their people management approach. Yet, for some businesses, neuroinclusion can be bewildering and even overwhelming. The fear of getting things wrong and asking the wrong questions can …
