As the financial year draws to a close, many companies are running annual appraisals or performance reviews for staff. Well conducted appraisals can be very motivational. However, managers must be trained in conducting appraisals to ensure that feedback is constructive and honest. All too often...
While the reduction in beer duty in the recent budget was greeted with cheers, there was also some good new for small and medium employers. From April 2014 the government are introducing a £2,000 Employment Allowance. In an effort to encourage companies to hire staff,...
Spring seemed just around the corner and then suddenly there is another deluge of snow. This makes driving conditions tricky and plays havoc with public transport. So, as an employer, what should you do if staff can't get to work? Ultimately it is the employee's responsibility to...
Picture the scenario. Your manager calls a meeting and politely informs you that the business is struggling, the staff headcount has to be reduced and you are first on the chopping block. Redundancy confirmed, you are placed in the capable hands of human resources, which manages your...