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.
Create a Great Place to Work and Unlock Business Potential
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How to unlock potential by creating a great place to work. Find out what makes a positive workplace and why it inspires people to work better.
Dealing With Sub-Contractors
— Read More — Dealing With Sub-ContractorsIt's important to remember that a sub-contractor isn’t an employee, so you can’t treat them as one. So how do you deal with them when it all goes sour?
How You Can Learn to be Creative
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You can’t teach someone to come up with great ideas, but creativity is something that can be nurtured and developed with the right kind of attitude.
Employing Externally vs. Promoting Internally
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When looking to fill a vacant position there are two common trains of thought - external or internal. But where is best to look?
How is Your Pension Calculated?
— Read More — How is Your Pension Calculated?How is Your Pension Calculated?
Introduction to how the state pension is calculated and when you can claim.
Managing Staff Personalities
— Read More — Managing Staff PersonalitiesIn every office environment, there are strong personalities. Do you understand fully how to manage them to benefit your business?
How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?
— Read More — How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?How do I Ensure Effective Team Management?
Effective team management, why it is necessary and how to ensure that you are achieving it.
How Much Maternity Leave Do You Give Staff?
— Read More — How Much Maternity Leave Do You Give Staff?How Much Maternity Leave Do You Give Staff?
Know what maternity leave you need to provide for both your female and male employees.
Terminating an Executive Officer After TARP Funding
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What are the consequences for terminating an executive officer in a US firm that has accepted Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) government funding?
The Effect of Promotion on your Leadership Style
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When you're promoted, there is an inevitable change in your leadership style. But how can you ensure you don't alienate employees and keep them performing?
What's the Hourly National Minimum Wage?
— Read More — What's the Hourly National Minimum Wage?What's the Hourly National Minimum Wage?
Find out what the current hourly national minimum wage is and read about planned rises.
Poaching Employees
— Read More — Poaching EmployeesHow to avoid getting into legal hot water when headhunting competitor's staff, and preventing their own staff from being poached.
Developing your Company Culture
— Read More — Developing your Company CultureDeveloping your Company Culture
Fostering a productive but enjoyable company culture can be a mammoth task for any business owner. Here are the key things to watch out for...
Accountants: Outsourcing vs In-house
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Need to hire an accountant? Find out when you should recruit and if in-house is better.
Advice on Quitting Your Job
— Read More — Advice on Quitting Your JobQuitting your job can often be one of the most stressful points in your career. Here are our top tips for smoothing the process just a little bit.
Encouraging Whistleblowing in the Workplace
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What is whistleblowing, and what are the pros and cons of encouraging it in your organisation? How do go about reaching the right balance for your company?
How Can a Financial Manager Boost your Business?
— Read More — How Can a Financial Manager Boost your Business?How Can a Financial Manager Boost your Business?
Find out how a financial manager can boost your business, and get advice on when to recruit someone.
How to Reward Staff
— Read More — How to Reward StaffEmployee of the Month is a great way to recognize your staff's achievements.
Developing your Leadership Skills
— Read More — Developing your Leadership SkillsDeveloping your Leadership Skills
How can you, as a leader, ensure you continue to develop and grow? Here are our top tips for business owners and entrepreneurs leading a team...
Seven Common Terms of an Employment Contract
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Understand the common terms that you need to include in employment contracts
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