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Why provide HR training for line managers?

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...

How to create a rota

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...

What is the Bradford Factor?

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...

How to Manage Annual Leave Effectively

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 Guide to Staff Appraisals

What is a staff appraisal? An appraisal is a way of assessing how an employee has performed over a period of time against their objectives. If objectives haven't been set,...

How to Manage Unauthorised Absence?

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...