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Tag: Human Resources

What to do when HR is the problem

March 30, 2026

By Joel Hurst

A Human resources department (HR) won’t always be on the side of the employee if there are work problems. This …

The importance of human resource management: how does HR add value?

February 24, 2026

By Joel Hurst

Human resource management is a job sector that has expanded rapidly in recent years, but it is still fairly overlooked …

Why Are HR Departments Often Viewed Badly?

July 5, 2025

By Joel Hurst

Considering the fact that Human Resources primary duty is to look after the needs and rights of employees, there is …

Return To Work Interview Questions: Examples And Advice For Sickness Interviews

March 22, 2025

By Oliver Davey

When an employee returns to work following a sickness absence, it’s your duty as an employer to ensure their transition …

HR Roles And Responsibilities

February 13, 2023

By Joel Hurst

HR, an acronym for the human resources department, play a large role in organisational development. HR roles and responsibilities differ, …

How to become a human centric leader

December 31, 2020

By Praseeda Nair

In times of COVID-19, leaders need to become human centric, to be able to survive, says HR expert turned business coach, Nadja Chaieb.

Is it necessary to “come out” in the workplace

February 10, 2020

By Laura McGuire

TV presenter Phillip Schofield came out as gay last week, prompting the question, should sexuality be discussed in the workplace

Staff Appraisal Template – Getting The Best From Your Team

March 8, 2019

By Olly Goodall

Whichever side of the table we find ourselves, we rarely bound enthusiastically into the room for a staff appraisal. A little reticence is perfectly natural. But a staff appraisal is an important opportunity to have a constructive, two-way conversation that benefits all involved.

Employer of the Year award reader vote: Simply Business

October 12, 2016

By Hunter Ruthven

Hoping for your vote is Simply Business, the UK’s biggest business insurance broker and an employer nurturing talent as well as promoting wellbeing.

Employer of the Year award reader vote: Celfone Trading

October 12, 2016

By Hunter Ruthven

Celfone Trading has a big budget for staff training, as well as thinking differently about the appraisal process, and competing for Employer of the Year.

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