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.
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?
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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
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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?
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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
How Business Processes Impact Growth
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Many SMEs reach a state where growth plateaus while competition increases. But how can keeping on top of processes give your business the kick-start it needs?
The Psychology Behind Leading a Successful Team
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Having reliable employees that work well together is crucial to the success of any SME. Here are ten actionable changes you can make to ensure your teams are efficient and motivated
A Guide to Developing Confidence at Work
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Paul Russell of Luxury Training Academy explains how to develop your confidence and gain authority in the workplace
Employment Law Changes to Look out for in 2019
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From an increase in NMW rates to CEO pay gap reporting, there are a number of employment law changes to look out for in 2019. Here's a closer look at the top 10
Managing Password Protection & Cyber-Stress
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Many SMEs struggle with effective password management and cyber-stress. Ian Pitt of LogMeIn explains how technology can relieve the burden
Establishing a Social Media Policy for Your SME
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Here's why every SME should have a watertight social media policy, along with a four-step guide on how to create one that your employees will abide by
How to Build a Feedback Culture That Works
— Read More — How to Build a Feedback Culture That WorksHow to Build a Feedback Culture That Works
CharlieHR's Rob O'Donovan explains how an effective feedback culture can transform working processes and talks us through the seven pillars of sharing constructive feedback
Why SMEs Need a Secure Remote Working Policy
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Having flexibility over where employees work can result in higher risk of a security breach. ShredallSDS Group's Nik Williams talks us through the importance of secure remote working policies
Are You Attracting the Wrong Job Applicants?
— Read More — Are You Attracting the Wrong Job Applicants?Are You Attracting the Wrong Job Applicants?
Recruiting the right candidate for the right role can be stressful and time-consuming. BrighterBox's Charlie Johnson shares his tips on how to attract worthwhile applicants
How SMEs Can Benefit From the Gig Economy
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SMEs are turning to the gig economy for a permanent solution that can support innovation and deliver quality to clients. Cause4's Michelle Wright explores how
The Small Business Guide to Biophilic Design
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Employee wellbeing is becoming crucially important in the workplace, especially for small businesses. Here's one way to turn your office into a paradise of productivity
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