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.
How to Approach Diversity Within Your SME
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Siân Goodson, Founder of executive search business Goodson Thomas, shares her strategies to help SME owners ensure they have a more diverse workforce and senior team
7 UK SMEs with Incredible Workplace Cultures
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Carolyn Nevitte of People Insight takes a closer look at seven SMEs in the UK who have taken the time to cultivate incredible workplace cultures
Five Ways to Boost Staff Wellbeing & Productivity
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Sam Cropper of Viking reveals how providing the right office environment can boost the overall wellbeing and productivity of your workforce
How to Master the Art of Delegation
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Small business owners often struggle with delegation, but handing over control can be vital for business growth. Here's Marianne Page's guide on how to delegate successfully
Is Private Healthcare Worthwhile for SMEs?
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Dr Zubair Ahmed, Co-founder and CEO of Medicspot, explains why small businesses should be thinking differently about employee healthcare
How to Build an Inclusive Culture Within Your SME
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Zoe Morris of recruitment agency Jefferson Frank explores what UK businesses can do to build an inclusive culture and make women feel more welcome in the technology industry
Creating a Productive Office Environment
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If you're looking for ways to give your workspace a boost, here's a quick look at six simple changes you can make to encourage productivity and keep staff motivated
5 Sales Podcasts You Should Listen to in 2019
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If you're looking for ways to motivate your sales team, we have the perfect fix - a list of the best sales podcasts of 2019
Choosing the Right UCC Platform for Your SME
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Unified Communications and Collaboration platforms can transform the working practices of your SME. Here's our guide to choosing the perfect UCC platform to suit your SME's needs
Expert Tips on Hiring Your First Cloud Developer
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Hiring a cloud developer for the first time can prove to be a complicated process for busy SME owners. Here are some expert tips from a technology recruitment specialist to help you along
How to Recruit & Retain Generation Z
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Howard Wiley of global technical recruitment consultancy VHR explores how SMEs can tailor recruitment drives to attract and retain Generation Z
Employee Retention Strategies for SMEs
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How can busy SME owners ensure they're doing everything they can to retain valued staff? Jade Jordan of Maxmillion shares five strategies to boost employee morale and retention rates
Is a Flat Structure Right for Your SME?
— Read More — Is a Flat Structure Right for Your SME?Is a Flat Structure Right for Your SME?
We explore the pros and cons of flat-structured organisations, along with outlining how to implement a flat structure in your small business
How to Create an Effective Mobile Workforce
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Paul Fisher of Parallels talks us through how to create a mobile workforce so that your team can access everything they need from any location
Employee Health Assessments for SMEs
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Marcus Herbert, Corporate Operations Specialist at Nuffield Health, explores the value of intelligent personal health assessments for SMEs
The Biggest Phishing Threats to SMEs in 2019
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It’s imperative that SME owners and employees know exactly how to detect and react to potential phishing threats. Here's what to look out for in 2019
Why Cybersecurity Training is Crucial for SMEs
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Melanie Jones looks at how investing in cybersecurity training can positively impact both your business and your wider workforce
Designing a Workspace to Increase Productivity
— Read More — Designing a Workspace to Increase ProductivityDesigning a Workspace to Increase Productivity
We explore how to organize, lay-out and decorate your office workspace so that it increases productivity within your SME
Could You Benefit from a Leadership Audit?
— Read More — Could You Benefit from a Leadership Audit?Could You Benefit from a Leadership Audit?
It's important to consider how your performance as a manager impacts staff productivity, company morale and, ultimately, the success of your business
Does Your SME Need a Lone Working Policy?
— Read More — Does Your SME Need a Lone Working Policy?Does Your SME Need a Lone Working Policy?
We explore why lone working policies are an important component of every SME's Health & Safety process, and how to go about writing one that's tailored to your employees
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