HR Industry News
March 2025 Newsletter
7 Risks of Not Having an Employee Offboarding Process In the world of HR, we use a framework called the ‘Employee Life Cycle’ to help us to understand and manage every stage of an employee’s journey… Offboarding is one of the most critical stages of the Employee Life Cycle, yet it is often overlooked. However, […]
March 4, 2025
Banter vs. bullying: why you need to draw a line in the sand
Let’s talk about something we’ve all come across in the workplace: banter. The jokes, laughs and lighthearted digs make the workday a bit more fun. But here’s the tricky part… What happens when banter crosses the line into bullying? As an HR consultant, I’ve seen firsthand how blurred lines can create a toxic environment. And, […]
February 4, 2025
Strategic HR guide for SMEs: How to improve your business’s culture
Company culture impacts everything from your financial success to your customer’s happiness. And that’s why working on and improving your company culture makes strategic sense. In this guide, we’ll explain company culture, why it’s so important and how you can improve it for everyone’s benefit. What is company culture? Your company culture is something that […]
February 4, 2025
How to manage gross misconduct…
Dealing with gross misconduct in the workplace is one of the most challenging scenarios for any employer. It’s a serious matter that can lead to immediate termination, but it’s critical to approach it cautiously to ensure compliance with employment laws and avoid unnecessary disputes. If you suspect an employee of gross misconduct, this step-by-step guide […]
February 4, 2025
February News 2025
HR Policy Checklist for 2025I can’t stress enough how important policies are. They are your business’s instruction manual and ensure that you… • Stay legally compliant• Set clear expectations• Act consistently and fairly• Protect you and your business With a new White House Administration coming in January 2025, and because employment laws can change, it’s […]
February 4, 2025
Do you have the right policies in place for 2025?
Do you have the right policies in place for 2025? HR policies are as crucial to your business as the laws of the land. They provide your organization with written guidance on how employees should behave and your expectations. You can rely on them if you have an issue with an employee and they can […]
January 14, 2025
Do you have big goals for 2025? We’ll help you to achieve them.
Do you have big goals for 2025? We’ll help you to achieve them. Most business owners think that HR is purely operational. Solely there to hire, fire and organize the annual holiday party… However, there are two sides to HR: operational and strategic. While operational matters are important, the real value you’ll see from HR […]
January 14, 2025
The employer’s checklist for 2025
The employer’s checklist for 2025 It’s 2025, and it’s time to make sure your house is in order. This checklist will guide you through the top 10 areas you should review, including the complete employee life cycle, to get the very best out of your team and business this year. 1. Legal compliance This is at […]
January 8, 2025
January 2025 News
The employer’s checklist for 2025 Happy New Year! It’s 2025, and it’s time to make sure your house is in order. We’ve created a new checklist that will guide you through the top 10 areas you should be looking at to get the very best out of your team and business this year. This includes […]
January 7, 2025
How good is your business at managing employee conflict?
Conflict is a natural part of day-to-day life and is inevitable. But a lot of people shy away from any sort of confrontation and manage it poorly. The thought of addressing something or confronting someone really stresses people out. And, if you do build up the courage to address it, you probably handle it in […]
December 5, 2024