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Implementing HRIS: A Step-by-Step Guide
Implementing a Human Resource Information System (HRIS) can feel a bit like assembling flat-pack furniture without the instructions. You know it’s going to be worth it in the end, but the process can be confusing, frustrating, and time-consuming. The good news is, with the right approach, you can set up an HRIS that streamlines your workforce management, keeps you compliant, and helps foster a positive workplace culture. Let’s walk through the steps together, so you can avoid
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Notice Periods
For many of our clients, notice periods can be a source of confusion and frustration. In this article we consider a range of scenarios...
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Defining and Implementing Core Values in Business
When we work with small businesses and not-for-profits, it often becomes apparent that many struggle with one crucial aspect: defining...
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Boosting Morale with Effective Engagement Strategies
You know that feeling when you walk into a workplace and the energy just feels... off? Like everyone’s dragging their feet, the coffee...
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Transforming Team Leadership
In one customer service team, the leader had become known for their negativity—so much so, the team jokingly gave them a theme song:...
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Workplace Bullying: Managers as Victims
Workplace bullying isn’t just something that happens to  employees—it can also happen to  managers. In this real case, a manager was...
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Managing Health at Work
Managing physical injuries at work is something most employers feel confident handling. But when it comes to mental health—conditions...
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The importance of a framework
The lines between work and personal life are becoming increasingly blurred. A robust People Framework will guide both actions and behaviours
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The human aspect of AI
Some of our clients are worried...
They don’t want to be left behind, but they don’t have time to fully understand the possible implications
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There is no "truth"
Truth is a concept. Your truth may not be mine. In the workplace this creates conflicts and needs to be recognised so it can be overcome.
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Why feedback is more important than results
Feedback is an important ingredient for employee engagement and can in and of itself deliver improved results, but should not be the focus.
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What's the Plan?
If you regularly read my posts, you will know that what is widely recognised as 'planning' isn't something that comes naturally for me....
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Over-servicing is counterproductive
Are you guilty of over-servicing your external and/or internal clients? If so, your desire to provide 100% customer satisfaction can...
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It's a Kangaroo Court
Jumping to conclusions in an employee investigation can lead to poor decisions and exposure to claims.
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You're a real person!
As the work world evolves and virtual and hybrid working continues, how do we preserve culture and maintain meaningful human connections?
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Why do we avoid taking action?
How many leaders leave it far too long to take action when a team member‘s performance or conduct needs addressing? Leaders generally avoid
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Handing over your baby...
Handing over your baby to someone else's care is scary. So is relinquishing control within your business; so getting it right is critical.
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Thrown in the deep-end...
Have you ever been promoted or moved to a new role with additional responsibilities within an existing business? Yes? You were probably...
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The Service Enigma
Customer service is the key to every organisation's success (or failure) … so how can we help improve and/or maintain a consistent...
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Busy is the new smoking
It seems that every few years the media and scholarly articles focus on what is the 'new smoking' - I purport that 'busy' is the new smoking
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