Creating a healthy, happy workplace can play an instrumental role in the overall performance and eventual success of a business. There are many reasons for this, such as the simple fact that having healthier people in your workforce reduces sickness absence and maximises productivity. Furthermore, people who feel that their employer is making an effort … Continued
Everyone needs to take time off work, but for people who are particularly busy or feel a high level of responsibility to keep a business running, the prospect of a holiday can be more stressful than exciting. Despite this, it’s vital that all employees and individuals involved in a business – from senior management all … Continued
Integrating a new starter is important to ensure they feel they belong and can settle into their new role quickly. They may have much to learn about the job on top as well as the people they will be working with. For many, this can be a nerve-wracking and uncertain time. For this reason, a … Continued
A performance review meeting is something most employees will take part in at some point in their career. The process involves the manager and employee working together to assess performance over a set period of time to determine whether pre-set goals have been achieved. The meeting enables the manager and employee to assess progress, seek … Continued
Mental health issues have long been a taboo topic in the workplace and in general life. Thanks to greater awareness, with celebrities and even Prince William speaking out about their experiences, the work of charities and the increasing acknowledgement of the problem at government level, the stigma associated with mental health issues has declined and … Continued
Every business has good reasons to expect its staff to work hard. After all, a company needs people to be productive if it is to meet its business goals and those who demonstrate that they have put in plenty of effort will have every reason to expect praise or promotion if their work bears fruit. … Continued
Workplace happiness might not be one of the most commonly measured metrics for business success, but it can play an important part in the overall performance, efficiency and long-term prosperity of an enterprise. People who feel happy in their jobs are much more likely to arrive in the morning wanting to work hard and achieve … Continued
