Your nickname is important at work
Have you ever wondered what your colleagues/ employees really think about you? You won’t get it on the 360-degree feedback form that they had to fill out! If they call you a nickname behind your back, it is probably not flattering. It is not just the unpopularity of senior managers that can be attributed to […]
Payroll pitfalls: Stay on top of HR compliance
Payroll compliance is a must-have for any business. Payroll compliance is more than just ensuring that paychecks are issued on time. It also includes checks for accurate tax data, proper record-keeping, and compliance with ever-changing regulations. A wrong move can lead to expensive consequences, disgruntled employees, and a tarnished reputation. This guide will cover the […]
Working Models: Managing hybrid work and flexible models
Professor Sir Cary Cooper of the University of Manchester’s Organizational Psychology & Health Department, who is celebrating his 50 th anniversary as Professor, shares his views on the hybrid workplace and flexible work environment debate. Many people today prefer hybrid working. The preference for hybrid working is widespread across all generations. However, Gen Z and […]
J K Rowling on Supreme Court Trans Ruling
Today, spare a thought for UK employers, government departments and health boards as well as academic institutions, sporting organisations, and other bodies that have broken the equality laws to appease activist organizations. Many HR manuals have been shredded. There are so many settlements out of court to pay. Context This quote was by J.K. Rowling […]
Pope Francis Has a lot to teach leaders
Pope Francis died this morning at 7:35 in Rome, marking the end a papacy which influenced more than the Catholic Church. He led in a way that is enduring for those in positions of authority. This includes business people. Cardinal Kevin Farrell (the Vatican camerlengo, who is responsible for Vatican property and announces the death […]
Disability pay gap reporting is harmful to the cause?
Business Disability Forum began conducting research in 2021 on the impact of disability reporting and the disability pay gap among employers and disabled people. We’ll look at the key findings from our recent report, Towards Meaningful Disability Workforce and Pay Gap Reporting. The history of mandatory diversity reporting Let’s first examine why disability pay gap […]
Employee who returned to an abandoned office after maternity leave awarded PS25,000
An ex-recruitment consultant was awarded more than PS25,000 after a successful claim of pregnancy and maternity discrimination against Echo Personnel. Anna Munkevics was a trainee recruiter at Echo Personnel’s Hereford branch since March 2021. She earned PS21.250 per year. She started her maternity leave on April 20, 2022, after notifying her employer in September 2021 […]
AI-driven CVs and cover letters are increasingly used to help job seekers.
According to a new study, 86 percent feel that their applications are ignored. Candidates are becoming increasingly frustrated as they use AI tools to help them in their job search. Robert Walters, a global talent solutions company, conducted a recent survey that found more than half (54%) of job seekers are using artificial intelligence to […]
Lindsay Gallard: HR and legal teams can address AI privacy concerns
AI’s rapid rise to the forefront of technology has disrupted business in many ways. The data privacy risks posed by AI are probably the biggest challenge. This challenge can only be tackled by a joint approach between HR and Legal departments. According to a recent Deloitte study, by 2024, around 7 million people will be […]
How to avoid being stuck in a rut and make quick decisions
Decision-making is a critical leadership skill in all industries. It not only influences business performance and future prospects, but also the experience of employees and stakeholders. HR has plenty of opportunity to improve this area. This article, based on my experience in helping people make decisions at work, will explore the roots of bad decision-making […]