HR’s role in reversing UK’s ‘dismal’ productivity

ONS stats have painted a grim picture of the UKs productivity, with data showing no signs of a strong uptick. The Financial Times reports that output per hour worked in the UK was... Read more »

Why this workplace demographic is burning out fast

Workplace stress is inevitable in such a digitally dependent era that demands 24/7 communication and grants very little downtime. Heavy workloads, poor leadership and management styles and low wages can... Read more »

What are the best channels to attract top talent?

Attracting the right candidates can be tricky and costly, therefore access to the free 2018 Candidate Attraction Report should help you to benchmark against peers and challenge your thinking for candidate... Read more »

City worker death highlights importance of workplace mental health support

A city worker has died after falling from a building in Canary Wharf in a case that highlights the importance of mental health support in the workplace. Eyewitness accounts, reported in the Sun,... Read more »

85% of applicants have missed this essential skill on their CV

Employing individuals with the desired skillsets can be difficult. And, with a dire skills shortage currently shrouding the UK jobs market and the uncertainties of Brexit continuing to prevail, employers... Read more »

Why is January the worst month for staff absences?

January is the month with the highest number of sick days taken by employees in the UK, with coughs and colds, musculoskeletal problems and mental health issues being largely to blame. Research from... Read more »

Kick Start Your Team With A 63% Boost In Innovation, Creativity and Problem Solving

The beginning of a New Year. An exciting promotion. That feel good factor after a great holiday. These are just a few of many moments in our lives when we feel renewed... Read more »

How financial worries affect an employee’s performance at work

The concept of 'financial wellbeing' or 'financial wellness' in the workplace has established itself as a recognised term and, for many, a priority on the executive agenda. In the past, it had been... Read more »

What can HR learn from The Inbetweeners reunion?

The British sitcom TV series, The Inbetweeners, made an eagerly anticipated returned to our TV screens in the New Year. However, many fans felt that this reunion episode was a grave disappointment. The... Read more »

Should hugging be banned in the workplace?

Last month, luxury clothing retailer Ted Baker hit the headlines when Founder and CEO Ray Kelvin took a leave of absence after allegations into his conduct were investigated. One of the key accusations... Read more »
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