Free People Strategy for Small businesses
So here we are at the end of June already and hiring people is not always a top priority during the summer months – unless driven by attrition. Whilst we wait to see if and who the government will be in the next couple of weeks many businesses are sitting tight. Thank goodness the summer […]
Understanding Neurodiversity
Having invested some serious time in April to become a Neurodiversity Awareness Practitioner I feel obligated to share some of the essential knowledge I have gained from my time spent with the team at Thrive Neurodiversity & Mental Health. I have always been a fan of understanding the individual and working with them so their […]
How to be more optimistic!
Do you think it is possible to learn to be optimistic? Imagine if you could make just one or two tweaks to the words you use to reframe how you see a setback or even an achievement so the result you gain is increased confidence, self-esteem and a sunnier outlook on life? Surely worth a […]
Why should I spend £250 a month on HR?
Happy Employees, Happy Business: Why Retained HR Support Matters In today’s competitive business landscape, retaining top talent is crucial for success. But with the rise of remote work and the evolving needs of employees, companies need to go beyond traditional HR practices to truly thrive. Enter retained HR support, a powerful strategy that shows your […]
Why?
It’s very on trend these days to know why you started your business but not everyone has some earth shattering, compelling reason. In my experience it is usually because of a couple of reasons. They hate their current job. They think their manager is a ********** (fill in your own blanks but it’s not a […]
The Changing Landscape of Recruitment: Is it Time for a Rethink?
The winds of change are sweeping across industries, and recruitment is no exception. While the current climate presents several challenges – a growing skills gap, financial pressures, and critical roles left unfilled – it also offers an opportunity for innovative solutions. Are we truly maximising the effectiveness of traditional recruitment models, with their mixed results […]
What is CS3D and Why should I care?
What is CS3D? The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) is a proposed European Union (EU) directive that aims to foster sustainable and responsible corporate behaviour across global value chains. Europe I hear you say? Well, that’s not us anymore, right? Erm, well, it’s never that simple is it? It was proposed by the European […]
Mock Tribunal Time Again………….
It’s always good to keep up to date with legislation in my field but I love nothing more than the annual CIPD Mock Tribunal. This event is with a real tribunal panel and based on a real case that has been anonymised. This year we are hearing a case on Unfair Dismissal that resulted in […]