HR training for line managers is nothing new but it can often be overlooked. A UKCES Employer Skills Survey found that 7 out of 10 UK employers offer no management...
A hybrid working policy helps businesses set clear expectations around where, when, and how employees work when their time is split between home and the workplace. For SMEs in particular,...
How to effectively do Staff Workload Management? One of the cornerstones of running a productive, successful business that is full of happy and thriving employees is to ensure that the...
When an employee leaves without notice or they give short notice, it can create several headaches and questions for their employer. Can I spread the leaver’s work out among the...
Creating a staff rota for your business can be a real headache. It may seem like a simple task but in reality, it can prove incredibly challenging to get your...
According to data collected by the ONS, an estimated 149.3 million working days were lost in 2021 in the UK due to staff absence. This works out at around 4.6...
According to data gathered by BUPA, around 1 in 40 workers experienced work-related stress in 2021 and approximately 18 million working days are lost each year due to stress. That’s...
Managing annual leave is a pain point for many SMEs. Who is responsible for calculating and tracking it? Who approves it and who decides how many employees can be on...
A staff appraisal gives employers and employees a valuable opportunity to reflect on performance, review progress, and set clear objectives for the future. When handled well, appraisals can improve communication,...
What is unauthorised absence? Unauthorised absence is when an employee fails to attend work without a valid reason or permission to be absent. It can also occur when an employee...
