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Handling holiday requests can become a task dreaded by the management team and can be especially challenging around those all-important events in the calendar. Christmas, school holidays and religious festivals can particularly cause pressure points for the smooth...
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, this blog looks at how UK employers can use a range of methods, including technology, to overcome stigmas and better support staff suffering from mental health conditions. Employers have a duty of care to look after their...
When it comes to planning for the future, CEOs are expected to know it all. Not just finding the right candidate, they are also responsible for inspiring their team to generate new ideas and constantly improve on performance. Of course, it isn’t always easy. Here are...
Within the HR arena the use of analytics is becoming increasingly popular. Being able to measure and demonstrate to key stakeholders the worthiness of initiatives in a credible way will make way for future investment. The use of analytical data shows how actions...
Who knows what will have happened by the time you may be reading this? The lack of certainty puts the whole transition period in question after the 29th March. As we detailed previously on our recent Brexit blog if any deal is struck on or before the 29th March this...
As we approach the month of April, let’s give some reminders of employment law changes that are shortly to come into effect and might have an impact on your business, briefly; Be aware of second gender pay gap reporting deadlines that apply if you employ 250 or more...
It goes without saying that being a mum is one of the toughest and most rewarding jobs. Not a day goes by where we are not grateful for all the hard work and sacrifices that mums across the world make for their families. As a mum you are constantly keeping the house...
Employee empowerment gives your employees the trust and accountability to carry out their roles to their upmost ability, leaving the responsibility for daily decision making to them. In simple terms this is the opposite to micro-management. By removing the need to...
By Saty Sandhu Many of us spend the majority of our time at work, so it is important that our workplaces are mentally healthy. We know that for many of us, work is a primary cause of stress. We can all relate to feeling stressed at work due to a deadline looming, too...
The quantity of commentary on Brexit is overwhelming – the outcome depends if any deal is reached and who will subsequently lead our government. Businesses must amongst uncertainty understand the likely future employment landscape and how to engage with their...
From gender pay gap reporting and the introduction of GDPR regulations, 2018 was a busy year in employment law. Amidst the domination of the uncertain Brexit, we have produced a brief summary of some of the changes that you need to be aware of and some to plan for...
2019 is here and it’s no surprise that new challenges will be here with it; this means leaders need to step up their game and what better way than setting resolutions to lessen the burdens and pressures of leadership? Leadership, a term with such diverse and flexible...
Employers often want to express their appreciation to all their employees for their hard work and the annual works Christmas “do” is a favourite event to promote good working relationships. However it is always advisable to take certain steps in advance to ensure that...
The end of the year is a time for celebration. However, it can also be when questions arise in the workplace about the appropriateness of gifts from suppliers and clients. No matter how well-meaning a gift is, the potential exists for impropriety or the appearance of...
Nearly one in nine workers in the UK are carers. By 2030 it is estimated that the number of carers in the UK will increase by 3.4 million to 9 million. This will no doubt bring a significant increase in the number of carers in employment. The difficulties and stress...
An inquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace by the Women and Equalities Committee concludes that sexual harassment at work is widespread and commonplace but there has been a failure to tackle unlawful behaviours. The report published on the 25th July,...
As the end of the summer holidays approaches, September often means fresh starts and new beginnings for many. As pencils are sharpened and bags packed, people are returning to work relaxed and refreshed, ready to hopefully face work challenges with renewed vigour. It...
Avoid having to red card your employees for unreasonable behaviour or demands during the World Cup period. If you want to hear about our previous experience of helping manage employees around such sporting events get in touch. World Cup fever will take over...
Charitable giving can provide important benefits to your business, both internally and externally. There are opportunities for employee engagement and motivation through charitable giving by both the company and the employees; how can we make sure we reap the benefits...
Recruiting staff and expanding your team can be both time consuming and costly. Get is wrong and the fallout can have significant consequences. Get it right and the new recruit will pay dividends. Back in September 2017, we discussed in depth the recruitment process....
A handbook should be available for every member of staff. It is often the only literature given to personnel. Whether in a book format, or as a set of documents, this information can prove vital in protecting your business. Is it a legal requirement to issue a...
Any business going into liquidation, no matter how large or small is bound to have consequences for staff and suppliers alike. Some 20,000 employees will be directly affected by the collapse of Carillion yesterday. The snowball effect on companies that supplied...
Many of us will have been contemplating the year ahead, setting ourselves personal New Year resolutions... However, have you thought about setting any New Year resolutions for your company? Not resolutions in the literal sense! Many of us return back to work today for...
It seems apt to take the opportunity this week to summarise 2017... For myself and my new company Clover HR, 2017 has most definitely been a very successful and positive year indeed! After much planning, Spring 2017 saw the launch of Clover HR. My lifetime goal to run...
If you haven't already had your annual Christmas party, this coming Friday 15th December is the most popular night to celebrate. This event in the calendar year is for many the one chance that employers can recognise the hard work that their employees have achieved...
This Friday I will be the guest speaker at the Business Pod monthly webinar, where I will be offering general advice about how to better both performance and results within your business. We are all too aware of how precious our time is. Learning and sharing our...
It seems particularly apt to talk today about the 'gender pay gap' as it was Equal Pay Day last Friday! And ironically, back in 1959, a suitably titled play, 'The Girls Against The Boys' closed its doors for the last time. With cast members including Dick Van Dyke,...
If you haven't already heard, next May there is going to be a big change in the way personal data is retained and used and equally how it is regulated and protected. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will officially replace the UK's Data Protection Act on...
In just under two weeks time, the clocks will go back! That means most commuters will be getting home in the dark or at the very least dusk. As an employer, I'm sure that your business is fully aware of the health and safety issues surrounding the day to day running?...
Established in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health, today sees the 25th anniversary of World Mental Health Day. According to current statistics, 1 in 4 people will experience some kind of mental health issue over the course of their lifetime, and many more...
How many times do we hear those famous words 'You're Fired!' from Lord Alan Sugar's mouth? Eleven to be precise! 12 candidates are chosen at the beginning of the selection process to appear on The Apprentice and along the way, each week at least one is destined to...
The job advert received a great response, you've shortlisted a number of CV's and you're in the process of interviewing the candidates... How do you ensure that you pick the right person for the role? After all, employing the wrong candidate can be a costly exercise,...
I was recently asked to take part on a radio show 'Mind Your Own Business'. This weekly slot airs on 105.5FM, Swindon's local community radio and covers a multitude of business related issues. The interview topic, which aired on Monday 4th September was unsurprisingly...
Did you know that today, 12th September is National Day of Encouragement? Dedicated to enriching peoples' self belief or worth, the National Day of Encouragement was intended to make a positive impact on those around us, be it at work or in our personal lives....
Can you believe that it is only one week ago today since we returned to work from the August Bank Holiday - the last Bank Holiday before Christmas? That said, it is only 111 days until the next one, unless you live in Scotland, when the next Bank Holiday is only 86...
Get your Employee Benefits in Clover from day 1… If you’re a growing business with a growing team, you’ve probably given some thought to putting together an employee benefits package. At this stage, however, you may be confused by what to include, or concerned about...
What is absence management and why it's important? Absence management is when employers have processes and policies in place to help deal with employee absences and to keep levels to a minimum. It is important for employers to have good absence management processes in...
