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On this main blog page, you’ll find blogs a wide range of helpful topics; from compliance and people management to health advice to increase your staff’s happiness and wellbeing. Finally, because I love my gadgets, I hope to introduce you to handy, productivity apps and technologies. Nothing would make me happier than knowing this blog will help your company change for the better
Watching from a Distance: The Pros and Cons of Monitoring Remote Workers in Small Businesses
The advent of remote work has revolutionised the way small businesses operate, especially...
Nurturing a Healthy Work Environment: Top 5 Ways Small Businesses in the UK Can Promote Alcohol Awareness
In the bustling small business landscape of the United Kingdom, the health and well-being of...
Shaping the Future: 4 Ways UK Small Businesses Can Benefit from a Structured Work Experience Plan
In the diverse and competitive UK business landscape, small businesses are often on the lookout...
Unlocking Opportunities: Navigating the New Apprenticeship Funding Landscape in England
Imagine if your workplace was like a classroom, where learning never stopped, and the pursuit of...
Workplace Conflict – How to Handle it Like a Boss
Workplace conflict happens all the time, regardless of the company's size or industry. While it's...
Neurodiversity: Turning Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia into Workplace Assets
Break free from misconceptions. Discover how neurological disorders such as dyslexia, dyscalculia,...
Unraveling the Truth: The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected of Taking on Work Experience in Small Businesses
In today's dynamic work environment, small businesses play a significant role in shaping careers...
AI in Small Businesses: A Blessing or a Bane?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, profoundly affecting...
Promoting from Within in a Small Business
With over 25 years of experience in HR, I've seen firsthand the benefits and challenges of...
When employees can’t return from Maternity Leave due to Medical Reasons
Maternity leave is an important period for working mothers to recover and bond with their...
Would you rehire an employee who has worked for your business before?
In today's dynamic job market, the question of rehiring former employees is gaining attention....
1 in 4 UK Businesses Set for Redundancies: The Harsh Reality
The UK business landscape is currently grappling with a harsh reality, as recent research reveals...
Beyond the Rainbow: Small Businesses Championing Equality in Pride
Pride is a vibrant celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and equality for the LGBTQ+ community....
June is SANDS month – a month to raise awareness for stillbirth and neonatal death
June holds a special significance for many families around the world as it is recognised as SANDS...
The Phoenix Effect: How Ex-Offenders Rise Above Adversity to Excel in Careers
In today's society, the issue of ex-offenders and their reintegration into society is a topic of...
Surviving the Storm: PTSD Awareness Month and Its Impact on Small Businesses
As we meander into June, aside from the much-anticipated bursts of summer sunshine and the hopeful...
8 Reasons why you should choose to work with KUHR
As we celebrate our 8th birthday, we want to highlight the reasons why choosing KUHR as your HR...