Employees keep a business growing and driving forwards. However, many small business don't have the luxury of having an HR team to look after their interests. So, in this section, we look at everything to do with employee management in your business – from their rights and responsibilities to covering yourself legally and knowing how to motivate people.
Managing Employee Medical Issues
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Dealing with medical conditions in the workplace - when you can terminate contracts and handling personal data.
Employee Salaries: Standard Rates
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Salaries are such an important factor in keeping your employees motivated. But just how should you work out what to pay your staff?
Written Statements and Employment
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There are a few key differences between written statements and contracts of employment. Fleximize weighs up the pros and cons of both types of agreement
How to Hush a Loud Colleague
— Read More — How to Hush a Loud ColleagueA loud employee may need addressing if they're affecting the team performance but it's key to approach them with care. We share some possible solutions
Is Age an Issue at Work?
— Read More — Is Age an Issue at Work?Age discrimination in the workplace is something we like to think of as a thing of the past. But is it actually still prevalent?
Do Deadlines Motivate Staff?
— Read More — Do Deadlines Motivate Staff?Setting deadlines can motivate staff but they need to align with business needs and avoid stressing people out.
Reviewing Staff Performance
— Read More — Reviewing Staff PerformanceReviewing staff performance is a process undertaken by many companies of all sizes, but do you really know what you're looking for?
How Background Noise Impacts Communication
— Read More — How Background Noise Impacts CommunicationHow Background Noise Impacts Communication
Background noise in a work environment can have a profound impact on the effectiveness of communication in several different ways
Creating a Team
— Read More — Creating a TeamEveryone knows that teamwork is a crucial factor in any business, but how can you put together a team capable of carrying your company forwards?
Selecting the Best People for Your Business
— Read More — Selecting the Best People for Your BusinessSelecting the Best People for Your Business
How do you select the best team for your business? What to look for and techniques for hiring a new team member
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