As we approach the first anniversary of this pandemic, it’s clear that mental health and well-being will be a driver for change this year. We have five quick tips for wellbeing that can support your staff through this current lockdown and remote working.
As more staff work remotely, keeping motivated and productive become bigger challenges in the workplace. But how much influence does the boss really have on productivity?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.