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Are HR policies necessary for small businesses ❓

Yes, they are.

They guide workers on operations and regulations, which can help them do their jobs well. This can help avoid preventable problems, allowing everyone to focus on their jobs, which can boost performance.

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What HR policies should a small business create? What HR policies should a small business create? We cover why HR policies are important for SMEs, along with required policies & tips to creating policy.

An alarming research by the Fawcett Society reveals that
working women aged 40 and above might not see gender pay equity in their working life 🤦❗️

As it is, there's a huge discrepancy in payments across genders, with women taking £6,888 less than men annually😳.

Should the government step in to expedite the pace at which the gender pay gap is closing ❓ Please share your thoughts with us below 👇.

Read more on this here: https://bit.ly/46tG8dZ

Wondering why you should trust me to do your HR work ❓

For starters, I'm CIPD certified. I also understand how to use digital 🖥️ HR platforms like Breathe HR and Microsoft Office to bring value to my client's businesses.

I'm also reliable, efficient, easy to work with, and will stop at nothing to ensure my clients get value for their money 💸.

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The government recently announced that people with mental health and mobility challenges will soon be required to work from home.

Otherwise, they could lose their annual benefits amounting to £4,680❗️

Z2K director Ayla Ozmen said that this move was rushed and poorly thought out, as there were no guarantees that people in the groups above would be able to find jobs that they could do from home to sustain them 🎯.

Should the government rethink its stance on this issue? Let us know in the comment section below 👇

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Disabled people must work from home to do ‘their duty’, says UK minister People with mobility and mental health problems should work from home or lose benefits under new policy

A strong 💪 company culture can help you create a healthy workplace for employees to thrive. This can make them want to stick around for longer because they enjoy working for you as opposed to just being there for the cheque 🙌.

So, how can one create a good company culture?

Start by defining your company's values and beliefs. Next, ask your employees for feedback regarding your current culture. After that, build a road map for executing the culture, and don't forget to lead by example❗️

Find more here: https://bit.ly/47LDtNS

Top 5 goals for your business’ company culture Why create goals for your business' company culture? In this blog, we provide examples of cultural goals, along with 5 goals any SME can strive for.

Tired of the exhausting 😓 and time-consuming ⏱️ act of juggling 🤹 between your business and HR tasks?

I can relieve you from the stress by supporting your HR admin remotely.

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The Department for Business and Trade recently announced that employers could soon be required to offer rolled-up holiday pay 💸 to part-time workers starting in 2024. This was after the government drafted legislation 📄 on the same.

It's important to note that the legislation has mixed reactions, with 55% of survey respondents backing it, and 45% against it. Those not in favour argue that it could result in reduced compensation or missed leaves.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/46uvmnH

Do you make reasonable adjustments for your employees when they can't be productive due to menopause 🤔 ❓

According to a recent ruling by the Employment Tribunal (ET), you should.

The tribunal found an employer guilty of disability discrimination after they gave their employee a low appraisal and a warning letter for low performance. Note that this worker could not attend work due to menopause, but her employer also withdrew her sick pay❗️

Read more about that here: https://bit.ly/3Q8NDkb

A good HR system like Breathe can help you manage your people effortlessly 😍.

I can help you set up Breathe so that you can carry out various HR functions at the click of a button 🙌 to eliminate lengthy and time-consuming paperwork.

Examples of processes the software 🖥️ will help you carry out with ease are leave management, expense management, rewards and recognition, just to mention a few.

Find out more about how I can help you digitise your HR admin using Breath HR here: https://bit.ly/3pVGaeR

As you may know, the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023 is now a law.

This means the government requires workers to provide the minimum service levels it has set despite the ongoing industrial action.

Do you support the government in this❓Yay 👍or nay 👎?

Find more details about that here: https://bit.ly/3Qpdh5A

Who is on strike and when? Who is on strike and when? Personnel Today reveals the latest developments concerning industrial action in different sectors.

A recent eye-opening survey by King’s College London found that one-fifth of Britons do not prioritise work.

Most people don't really enjoy their jobs and only go to work to get money 💰 💸 💷 to pay their bills.

In addition, British employees are less willing to go the extra mile, meaning organisations only get the bare minimum.

What can UK employers do to make their staff enjoy their jobs more? Let us know in the comment section below 👇.

Learn more on that here: https://bit.ly/3rZaxmd

Work is becoming less central to our lives Jonny Gifford, interim Head of Research at the CIPD, explores changing attitudes towards work in the UK  A new study by King’s College London has found that nearly one fifth of British people say work...

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📌Setting up HR Systems like Breathe HR
📌Recruitment and selection
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📌Tracking staff holidays, overtime ⏱️ and absence management
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Skills mapping visually represents the skills your employees need to do their jobs well 👌.

This can help retain your employees in a country where 40% of the workforce is already considering quitting their current roles.

Skills mapping can also help with company growth because if your employees get more role-specific knowledge, performance is likely to go up ⬆️.

Check out more on that here: https://bit.ly/471cX2E

What is skills mapping & how can it help SMEs? What is skills mapping, and what are the benefits of a skills map? We look at how skills mapping can help SMEs to boost success.

Employers planning to dismiss their employees for gross misconduct must do so lawfully ⚖️.

Otherwise, they might find themselves on the wrong side of the law due to wrongful dismissal 😱. Therefore, employers must conduct proper investigations, document findings, and notify the worker of reasons for getting the axe.

Read more about that here: https://bit.ly/3QqY2sO

Wondering 🤔 why you should hire me❓

Businesses across the UK have been asking me to support their HR for the following reasons:

▶️ I'm a hard-working, reliable and easy to work with
▶️ I'm experienced and CIPD qualified
▶️ I have HR systems, Microsoft Office and Google skills
▶️ I'm discreet and trustworthy
▶️ I'm detail-oriented and meticulous with my work

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Menopause is no longer a subject that is discussed in hushed tones.

More organisations are realising that it's a natural progression of life and are giving it the attention it deserves 😍. In fact, organisations offering menopausal support have risen from 10% in 2019 to nearly 50% in 2023 🙌.

Check more on that here: https://bit.ly/3Fp4uui

Toxic work cultures can lead to poor performance ⬇️, and the eventual demise of a company if left unchecked.

But before we go any further, how can one identify a toxic workplace culture❓

A toxic work culture is characterised by bullying, intimidation, mistrust, and dysfunction, just to mention a few.

Fortunately, there are many ways to turn things around for those willing to do the work, such as co-creation, eliminating authority bias, and setting a great example❗️

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Qp8D7E

5 strategies for SMEs to combat toxic culture How can SMEs co-create a positive workplace culture? We look at People First Culture Series research to help SMEs avoid toxic traits like authority bias.

Is managing your business's HR needs becoming harder and harder 😓 as your organisation expands?

This is expected with growth.

If you need help, try VirtuHR.

I'm an HR professional with over 15 years of experience, so I understand the ins and outs of the sector.

I can help you with anything from drawing contracts 📃, planning leave 📅, and ensuring that your HR systems are fully operational.

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According to L’Oréal deputy CEO Barbara Lavernos, business owners must adopt HR services to optimise their people.

HR can nurture talent and craft a positive organisational culture geared toward caring 🤗 for the people who drive companies' growth 💰. This can help reduce staff turnover 👍 in a sector already struggling with staff shortages.

Learn more details here: https://bit.ly/3FtRO5c

Are all UK workers renumerated fairly 🤔❓

According to eye-opening statistics from the Low Pay Commission, nope❗️

In recent research, the organisation found that one in five workers under the National Minimum Wage is underpaid 😨 .

Read more on that here: https://bit.ly/46Hm74m

Latest developments in employment law October 2023 - Morrish Solicitors Aisling McAuley, legal assistant in our employment team talks through some latest updates in employment law in this article.

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The employment law landscape changes constantly. Keeping up with the latest labour laws ⚖️ is essential as it helps your business stay compliant.

So, what are some of the latest employment laws❓

📌 Strikes (Minimum Service Level) Act recently got a royal accent
📌 The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Bill is set to come into effect in 2024
📌 Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill will come into force in 2024

Learn more about that here: https://bit.ly/3roTFoG

Job seekers 👨👩 often have to decide between several job offers before settling on the most beneficial one.

One thing potential employees look out for is company culture.

So, if you want to snag top talent, it is paramount to showcase your culture right from the onset.

Ensure you start onboarding 🤝early and take every opportunity to display a positive work culture.

Check out more on that here: https://bit.ly/3PwL7ns

7 ways to build a culture-first onboarding programme A successful onboarding process is vital for SMEs. But how can SMEs make sure their onboarding programme is culture-focussed & people-first?

The best way to know if a business is worth hiring is to check out its testimonials. Over the years, I've served plenty of happy customers ☺️, and they've had a lot of positive 💞 things to say about my work; for instance:

📌 Pays attention to details
📌 Super reliable
📌 Extremely patient

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How much money 💷💸💰 should workers with accrued holidays be paid upon termination❓

Should it be more, less than or equal to what they would be paid if they took the leave days? 🤔

The Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR) stipulates that employees are entitled to accrued but untaken holidays if a company ceases to work with them.

Find out more on this here: https://bit.ly/452Ongc

Still unsure about whether to implement remote or hybrid working environments?

You should, and here's why.

Remote working can give your workers a healthy work-life balance 🙂. This allows them to recharge and hence are able to work productively 💪 once they resume work.

Read more on this here: https://bit.ly/3rtx2ze

Commission reveals findings on hybrid working in new report The UK’s Hybrid Work Commission, with input from the CIPD, has launched its report with recommendations to UK Government on how to get the most from hybrid working   A growing body of research shows that the right hy...

Performing repetitive tasks manually via spreadsheets can be time-consuming and exhausting 😥.

And this is where timesaving systems like Breath HR come in 😯.

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Eye-opening statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that UK pay rates rose by 8.5% in the last few months compared to the same period in 2022 😲.

This is despite the high unemployment rates being felt in the country.

Confused? 😕

ONS explains that this occurred due to one-off NHS payments.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/48suUbA

UK pay rises at record rate despite growth in unemployment Figures will add to Bank of England’s dilemma over whether to increase interest rates again next week

What are the benefits of using payroll 💰💸💷 software?

Here are the advantages of using payroll programs:

▶️ Enhanced security
▶️ Accessible from anywhere
▶️ Streamlined processes

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How payroll software works How does payroll software work - and how can it help your small business? We cover the main elements & benefits of using payroll software for SMEs.

Hi there 👋 I'm Hayley White, a professional freelance HR consultant. I have 15+ years of experience in Human Resource (HR) management.

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