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Social media is now part of everyday life, and whether we like it or not, it often spills over into work. From WhatsApp groups and LinkedIn posts, to TikTok trends filmed at the office, employers face a growing challenge in setting boundaries. This guide walks you through how to manage employee social media use in…
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22 April 2026

For SMEs, succession planning and talent management go hand in hand. Building a strong talent pipeline is a strategic necessity for business continuity and long term success. By identifying potential future leaders, and developing your existing talent you can make sure your business is ready for whatever comes next. Whether the next step is retirement,…
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1 April 2026

Running an SME means juggling multiple responsibilities, and HR is often one area that can get overlooked. Yet, an HR audit is a crucial way to check that your HR practices are effective, compliant, and aligned with your business goals. This guide will help SMEs business owners and managers to understand what an HR audit…
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16 March 2026

Employee absence is an unavoidable reality in every workplace. Illness, injury and health conditions will occasionally prevent employees from attending work. For employers, how absence is managed can make a significant difference to employee wellbeing, productivity and workplace culture. According to CIPD data for 2025, UK employees were absent from work due to sickness for…
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9 March 2026

Employee departures are a normal part of running any business. Whether someone resigns, retires, or moves on to a new opportunity, how you manage the end of employment matters just as much as how you manage recruitment and onboarding. For SMEs, having a clear employee offboarding process helps protect the organisation, maintain professionalism, and ensure…
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2 March 2026

Probation periods have become more common in contracts in recent years as employers use them as a way to manage performance during the initial stages of employment. The first few months of employment are important for any business but for SMEs they are even more significant as getting a new hire wrong can have a…
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23 February 2026

When you employ staff, it is inevitable that at some point conflict and disagreement will occur. In fact, a recent survey found that 44% of working age adults in the UK experienced some form of conflict at work in 2025 so it is perhaps more common than you think. How your company deals with conflict…
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16 February 2026

What Is Employee Onboarding? Employee onboarding is the process of welcoming and integrating a new hire into your organisation. It’s more than just filling out paperwork; it includes introducing employees to company culture, systems, processes, and colleagues. A good onboarding experience sets the tone for a new hire’s entire journey, helping them understand their role…
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9 February 2026

Managing poor performance is one of the more challenging aspects of people management. For employers, it can feel uncomfortable to raise concerns about an employee’s work, particularly where relationships are longstanding or the reasons for underperformance are unclear. However, avoiding the issue rarely helps and when poor performance is not addressed in a timely manner,…
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2 February 2026