2016 - a summer of major sporting events
Major sporting events often mean employees are focusing more on what's happening on the TV screen rather than their computer screen. This summer there are many sporting event distractions. You have probably noticed your employees are distracted right now with all eyes on the European football championships and the Olympics are still to come. How have you tackled this issue so far? Here is our guide for dealing with this summer's major sporting events.
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Is it legal to force women to wear high heels?
Have you ever had to speak to an employee about what they are wearing? You may have seen the recent controversy about a City worker being told she had to change her footwear and wear heels at work. It might be time for you to revisit your dress code policy and update it to the 21st century, or you may find yourself receiving some very unwanted publicity and unhappy employees.
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Offering beneficial work experience
There are many benefits to a company who offer work experience placements, these include recruitment, reputational gain, staff development and engagement, and social partnerships. If you have been put off in the past from offering placements things are changing, and the old notion of a young person making tea for a week has moved on. Here’s how you can offer a beneficial work placement.
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What to do when your fellow director isn’t pulling their weight
If you feel that your business partner isn’t contributing to the company it is time to look at where things derailed. Partnerships can be salvaged and relationships mended. This is a complicated and sensitive issue, which is perhaps why you have been putting it off. However, tackling the problem is essential to the success of your business. Here are some steps you can take to help guide you through this complex problem.
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Calling last orders on the post-work pint?
After work, do your employees enjoy a social drink together? Whether it’s a drink to decompress after a long working week, an emotional leaving drink or some other event that takes everyone to the local pub, the laws are changing. As an employer are you aware of these changes and how they might effect you, your staff and business? It is worth taking some time to make sure you are fully updated and ensuring that you are being responsible, and looking out for your employees, and the reputation of your business.
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Five mistakes made with employee handbooks
An employee handbook should be a staple to any business whether it’s an international corporate conglomerate or a small business with a handful of employees. It's a tool to communicate with your employees what’s expected of them and gives guidance on the company. Clear policies and procedures can prevent liability – a clear and well written handbook can protect an employer. If you are embarking on writing an employee handbook or haven’t reviewed yours in sometime read on to avoid making five common mistakes.
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Is your customer service slipping?
Sometimes it's obvious to everyone in an organisation that there is a customer service problem, but not always. Unhappy clients and customers may not always tell you, instead they may silently go to a competitor. When was the last time you really focused on your customer service? Here are some potential customer service issues your business may be facing and advice on how to deal with them.
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Is your workplace ready for the summer?
With the summer months nearly upon us, have you considered the impact on your business? As an employer you will be faced with many competing external factors for your employees attention, from a beautiful sunny day, the Rio 2016 Olympics to employees with children on school holidays. Have you ensured you have adequate holiday cover? Read on for ways in which you can help your business prepare for these summer month challenges.
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Six ways to raise your leadership game this week
As a leader you have the opportunity to help your employees grow and develop using their skills to contribute to your business. But how recently have you taken the time to develop your own leadership skills? Fortunately, it is possible to take immediate action and to become a better leader each day. Read on to see how in just one week the following six ways can help to raise your leadership game.
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Rise to your HR challenges
Companies of all sizes will often struggle with effectively managing their employees, and ensuring compliance with what can sometimes feel like a never-ending list of employment laws. This can be particularly challenging for companies without a dedicated HR staff. Read on to find steps you can take to successfully manage these challenges.
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