Exit interviews serve as a vital tool for organisations to gather valuable insights and gain a deeper understanding of why employees choose to leave. Understanding the purpose of exit interviews can empower businesses to improve their processes, boost employee retention, and enhance overall organisational effectiveness. In this article, we will explore the significance of exit […]
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Learning and development, Retention, Wellbeing, Workplace
Essential Factors affecting Employee Retention for Small Businesses
07
Jun
Jun
In the fast-paced world of small businesses, employee retention is a crucial factor for long-term success. Understanding the factors affecting employee retention is essential for entrepreneurs aiming to build a strong and loyal workforce. This article will delve into the key elements that contribute to employee retention, and how small businesses can optimise their practices […]
Culture, Learning and development, Pay and benefits, Performance and appraisals, Performance Management, Retention, Wellbeing, Workplace
Career Planning: How it Can Benefit Small Businesses
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Apr
Apr
As a small business owner, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of your employees’ career aspirations and how they align with your company’s goals. Career planning is a process that involves helping employees identify their career goals, the skills they need to achieve those goals, and the steps they can take to reach them. […]
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Mar
Mar
Employee Training and Development: Exploring Different Programs Employee training and development programs are crucial for any organization to remain competitive and productive. These programs enhance the skills and knowledge of employees, enabling them to perform their duties effectively and efficiently. However, not all training programs are created equal. Organizations need to explore different types of […]
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Mar
Mar
Pay disputes are not uncommon in any organization, and when they arise, they can quickly escalate into a significant problem that affects the morale of employees and the bottom line of the business. A pay dispute can occur when an employee feels that their compensation is not commensurate with their efforts, skills, or the value […]
Articles, How To, HR, Uncategorized, Wellbeing, Workplace
How To Combat Age Discrimination In The Workplace
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Mar
Mar
Age discrimination is an issue that affects both employees and employers. Despite the fact that there are laws in place to prevent age discrimination in the workplace, it still occurs, leaving many older workers feeling undervalued and underappreciated. As the workforce continues to age, employers must recognize the importance of retaining older workers who have […]
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Jun
Jun
Advice has been given to employers to conduct risk assessments after the rising number of Monkeypox cases in the UK. Symptoms of monkeypox can include headache, muscle aches, fever and exhaustion, followed by a rash commonly found on hands, arms, feet and legs. There have been 172 confirmed monkeypox cases in the UK, including 4 […]
Employment law, How To, Policies and procedures, Remote working, Uncategorized, Workplace
Can Employees work abroad for the same company?
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May
May
Since the pandemic, more and more workers want to stay working from home, and some may also have plans to relocate. Whether that be to different parts of the UK or moving to another country altogether. This leads to the question everyone wants to know, can employees work abroad for the same company? The first […]
Disciplinaries and grievances, Employment law, HR documentation, Maternity, Pay and benefits, Redundancy
Lawyer dismissed due to sex discrimination
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May
May
A female lawyer, Gemma Long, has been discriminated against after returning from maternity leave. She was told she was not focusing on her work and had a performance assessment which was ‘stacked against’ her as a working mother. The tribunal was held at Reading in December 2021 and Judge Gumbiti-Zimuto said that she was not […]
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May
May
The NASUWT teachers union has revealed a teacher was awarded a £850,000 payout after being assaulted by a student in his class. The aim of the settlement was to reflect the impact of the assault and loss of income. Compensation fees will be paid by the academy chain insurers which the teacher worked for.The teacher, […]