Psychological safety: the legacy of whether people dared to speak
Psychological safety isn’t about being nice. Nor is it about lowering standards or avoiding challenge. It’s about whether people feel able to speak honestly without fear of humiliation, retaliation, or […]
Why workplace culture is a financial imperative
In today’s competitive landscape, workplace culture is no longer just about morale; it’s a measurable financial driver. Recent studies show that companies with inclusive cultures outperform peers by up to […]
Does CSR impact performance?
I was recently drawn to an article by the CIPD exploring whether corporate social responsibility (CSR) impacts employee commitment, engagement, and performance. It’s well-known that CSR is rising on the […]
How to better support Muslim colleagues during Ramadan
Ramadan is one of the holiest months for Muslims around the world. Most people know that it’s mandatory to fast between dawn and dusk. But beyond that, Ramadan is a […]
Book review: Atomic Habits by James Clear
“Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement” James Clear I decided to read James Clear’s book, Atomic Habits, towards the end of 2023 to help set myself up for success […]
10 reasons why investing in your team’s professional development is worth every penny
With the cost-of-living crisis looming over everyone’s heads, businesses are cutting back more than ever. One of the first things to find itself on the chopping block is professional development […]
5 HR tips for planning a successful office Christmas party
As we approach the end of the year, Christmas party planning will be at the front of many people’s minds. Usually accompanied by feelings of joy and excitement, one group […]
Avoid the office Christmas party hangover: Employer’s guide to surviving the festive season
It’s the time of year where most people begin to enjoy the festivities surrounding Christmastime. Lots of alcohol, team bonding, and inside jokes are among the things that make for […]
Is it right? Ethical pay and rewards in a cost of living crisis
One of the most common topics of conversation in businesses amongst employees is the cost of living crisis and how fairly they feel they are remunerated. What is also evident across […]
Employing EU nationals – it’s all changed!
Brexit has brought many changes, particularly to how we employ EU nationals, a large section of our population and workforce in the Channel Islands. The beginning of 2019 saw the […]
Redundancy: fair or not?
The latest business tendency survey showed us that certain industries have been struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the many consequences is that many organisations are contemplating a […]
Family friendly rights updated
Now that businesses are starting to reopen their doors, employers have had to conduct risk assessments and update health & safety policies to include Covid-19 regulations. While this transition back […]
