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.
The Business Benefits of an Ageing Workforce
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Research has shown that older employees can bring a wealth of experience and motivation to a business. Here's how your business can attract and retain an ageing workforce
Key Employment Law Developments: Q3 2018
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Employment Law Director Alan Price gives us his top employment law developments to watch out for, from protecting trade secrets to a potentially huge change for the gig economy
How Cloud Technology can Help Your HR Process
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In a world with rapidly-advancing technology and an ever-changing business environment, could cloud technology be the answer to HR woes?
The Risks and Rewards of Unpaid Internships
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The government and HMRC are cracking down on companies for their use of unpaid internships. So, what do employers need to consider when taking on an intern?
FedEx’s HR Approach: What Can Businesses Learn?
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With many business owners placing more importance on business development and customer satisfaction, just how important is HR? FedEx's HR strategy is a good place to start
Six Key Employment Law Developments in Q2
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With April representing the start of a new quarter and financial year, here are the key employment law developments business owners need to be aware of over the coming months
Simplifying HR: How to Make Work Less Complicated
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A complex HR function can impair company performance and weaken employee morale. Here’s how to simplify it for the good of your business
Discovering an Employee Has a Criminal Conviction
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What rights and responsibilities do employers have in respect of employees with undisclosed criminal records? Tackle this tricky issue with our handy guide
Why Employers Should Embrace Social Media
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Many employers regard social media as an unwelcome distraction and drain on company productivity. Used correctly, however, it could transform your workforce
How to Improve Staff Morale Cost-Effectively
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Evidence shows that happy employees are more productive and generate higher profits. But how can you improve staff morale on a small business budget?
What Could Replace Annual Appraisals?
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Companies are beginning to move away from annual appraisals towards continuous performance management. But what does this mean for employee pay and bonuses?
The Importance of Employer Brand
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A strong employer brand is essential for any business in this day and age. But what does it mean, and how do you build one for your company?
Why It’s Time to Stop Fearing AI
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Far from being a threat, artificial intelligence presents a huge opportunity for businesses and customers alike. How could robots transform your company?
Annual Leave: Lessons From the Ryanair Debacle
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With Ryanair blaming flight cancellations on a change to its holiday year, what has it taught other employers about managing their employees' annual leave?
Employment Tribunal Fees: The Impact of Abolition
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Four years after their introduction, the Supreme Court has abolished employment tribunal fees, ruling them unlawful. But what does it mean for employers?
The Business Case for Flexible Working
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Many employers are wary of flexible working, but it presents far more opportunities than threats. So, why and how should you implement it in your business?
Employee Wellbeing: How to Keep Your Staff Healthy
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Looking after the health of your employees can deliver tangible benefits to your business, but what steps can you take to improve employee wellbeing?
How to Make Meetings More Productive
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Meetings can be a huge drain on company resources, but they don't need to be. Wave goodbye to the bored room with these essential business meeting tips
Shared Parental Leave: a Guide for Employers
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The UK government introduced shared parental leave in 2015, offering parents a more flexible childcare arrangement. But what does it all mean for employers?
How to Find and Maintain Work-Life Balance
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Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is notoriously difficult for entrepreneurs. But it's not impossible. Here's how you can find your perfect balance
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