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BLOG DEALING WITH WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS AS AN HR MANAGER As an HR manager in the West Midlands, ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees is a top priority. Handling workplace accidents effectively is crucial to prevent further harm, maintain employee morale, and minimize legal risks. In this blog post, we [...]

BLOG EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING AN EMPLOYEE WITH HIGH ABSENCE Managing employee absenteeism can be a challenging task for employers. High levels of absence can disrupt workflow, impact team morale, and increase operational costs. However, with the right strategies in place, you can effectively manage an employee with a high absence [...]

BLOG WHAT TO INCLUDE IN AN EMPLOYEE CONTRACT: A GUIDE FOR EMPLOYERS An employee contract is a vital document that outlines the terms and conditions of employment. It is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee, and it sets out the expectations, rights, and responsibilities of both parties. [...]

BLOG HOW TO DEAL WITH AN AGGRESSIVE MEMBER OF STAFF: TIPS FOR EMPLOYERS Aggression in the workplace can be a difficult issue to manage, but it's important to address it promptly to maintain a safe and productive work environment. Aggression in the workplace can cause tension, anxiety and a negative work [...]

BLOG A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON HOW TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE STAFF PERFORMANCE Managing staff performance is a crucial aspect of any business's success. It ensures that employees are meeting expectations, improving their skills, and contributing to the overall goals of the organization. However, it's not always easy to know where to start [...]

BLOG TOP EMPLOYMENT LAWS TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2023 Running a business is hard enough without the constant up to date legislations! Here are some changes to be aware of, if you would like HR support and would like to be kept up to date regularly with legal support why [...]

BLOG EMPLOYEES WITH SIDE HUSTLES AND HOW A BUSINESS NEEDS TO MANAGE Side hustles will likely be on the increase due to the cost of living crisis which is driving people to secure additional income, these can range from operating a full blown business to short term contracts / freelance work. [...]

BLOG WILL THE COST OF LIVING CHANGE YOUR RETIREMENT PLANS? PHASED RETIREMENT WHY IS IT BECOMING POPULAR? According to research one in three people will have to change their retirement plans because of the cost of living crisis, a survey held of over 2000 people aged 55 and over in June [...]

BLOG WHAT IMPACT DOES THE AUTUMN STATEMENT HAVE? The Autumn Statement has been unveiled, and we have seen the largest ever increase to the national living wage, and additional support for those who have left the work force! Following the announcement of the new policies, we have analysed some of the [...]

BLOG HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR NEXT RECRUITMENT PARTNER Deciding to work with a recruitment agency will come with a lot of benefits for your business, especially within the current climate where it’s a candidate driven market. There are 4 key reasons why other businesses choose to use a recruitment agency. Saving [...]