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When Working From Home Doesn’t Work

Working from home

Working from home is now the norm. It has disrupted the way that people work for many businesses. And for some employers, 2020 has put to rest any fears about productivity when staff are working away from the office.

Whether working from home works for your business or is a temporary fix to exceptional circumstances, how your staff feel about remote work may not be all positive.

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5 Ways to Identify Employee Training Needs

employee training session

Employee training was once reserved for upper management. Now, it’s something that can benefit all employees within a business. It can teach technical skills, like how to use a piece of machinery or soft skills which benefits all roles, such as communication.

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Holiday Requests and Christmas

We’re approaching the time of year when a flurry of holiday requests land in your inbox. And this year there is more to consider than usual. Your decisions may depend on your staffing levels needed through an extended winter lockdown, holiday build-up, and considerations for those with young families. 

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Making Staff Redundant: What You Need to Know

Making staff redundant is something no business owner wants to do, but sometimes it’s necessary for a business’s survival. However, it can be a complex area of employment law.

In this guide, we’ll take a look at what you need to know when it comes to making staff redundant.

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How to Manage Employees Who Are Self-isolating or in Quarantine

It’s difficult to know how to manage employees who need to self-isolate or quarantine when rules keep changing. The government’s quarantine list changes regularly. And for anyone already travelling when new locations are announced, it can be more difficult.

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Furlough Scheme and Employee Holidays: How Does It Work?

9.3 million employees in the UK have been placed on the government’s furlough scheme since March 2020. And rule changes in July allow a phased return to work.

The scheme has changed over the year and will now run until the end of April 2021.

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Managing Employee Wellbeing During the Coronavirus

Managing Employee Wellbeing During the Coronavirus

Managing employee wellbeing is always important. Right now, though, it’s vital. Many people struggle with the effects lockdown on their personal and work lives. It’s made a lot of us realise how important having a routine can be.

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