Month: July 2017

Policies and procedures
Emma Browning

Should You Send Your Staff Home If It’s Too Hot?

Recent rains aside, with record temperatures in June and the forecast for July hotter still, we appear to be right in the middle of a heat wave here in the UK, and there’s no telling how long it’s likely to last. In fact, you often can’t even rely on the weathermen to give you an accurate outlook, so it’s just a case of enjoying it while you can, or if you’re very typically British, hoping and praying that it ends soon. But there are a couple of things that you…
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Policies and procedures
Emma Browning

Should You Have A Summer Dress Code For Your Employees?

Despite the recent rainy spell, the UK  has seen its highest temperature for June for four decades. And with temperatures set to soar to record heights throughout July, the question everybody is asking is, what exactly you’re supposed to wear for work when the mercury is hitting 30 degrees? The TUC have recently waded into the debate, urging firms to temporarily relax their dress codes, and are lobbying for a complete change in the law regards worker rights in extreme temperatures – news which will be music to the ears…
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Strategy
Emma Browning

What Every Business Owner Needs To Know For The Third Quarter

We’re almost exactly slap bang in the middle of the year, and now’s a great time to take a step back from the day-to-day running of your business and consider the bigger picture. It’s easy to get caught up with the issues going on right now on your shop floor, but good leaders know that regular strategic planning is essential. Here, we’re going to tell you exactly what you need to know from an HR and people management perspective, so you can thrive and hit your annual goals.   You…
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Strategy
Emma Browning

Is HR The Missing Piece Of Your Business Puzzle?

When entrepreneurs are looking to increase their bottom line, or attract more of the best customers and clients, then they often look for outside solutions. They may look towards social media platforms, or advanced sales tactics, or an external provider to solve their problems and create new automated processes. Of course, bringing in a regular stream of new business is absolutely essential, and it’s never going to be too far from your mind if you’re looking to step up to the next level. But what about HR? It might have…
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