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The disturbing impact of workplace bullying
The disturbing impact of workplace bullyingThere is a well-known saying that actions have consequences and this is most certainly the case with bullying where those consequences can be devastating.Th…
How recruitment has evolved
From keeping it in the family to the click of a mouse, the changing world of recruitmentThe advent of the internet had a huge impact on all aspects of work and the effect is certainly evident in the…
How HR helps employees
HR working with employeesAsk an employee what can Hunan Resources (HR) do for you, and what do they actually do for you? The chances are you will get a range of answers, not all positive.HR (1) has a…
How disciplinary action works
It’s inevitable that we will all make mistakes and given the opportunity to correct the situation most of us are likely to take it.For anyone who has ever faced disciplinary action at work it can be…
What is a grievance letter
The grievance letterThere are many different ways in which we now communicate in writing, which means you would be forgiven for thinking that writing a letter is a thing of the past.The fact is fewer…
Employment law at work
Employment law at workA lot has been written in this space about the dangers and consequences of breaching employment law and it is worth looking at how that law is actually enforced.Employment legis…
An absence management policy should be fit for purpose
An absence management policy should be fit for purpose It is inevitable that employees are going to be off work sick from time to time and managing such an absence badly can really add insult to inju…
Avoiding the unwanted side effects of calling in sick
Avoiding the unwanted side effects of calling in sickThere was a time when calling into work sick was straightforward and there was one simple way to do it. With the different ways in which we now co…
Redundancy and the importance of getting right
Redundancy and the importance of getting rightRedundancy can be difficult, challenging and distressing for all involved and ensuring it is done correctly is vital.For employers it can be a delicate b…
Doing the right thing eventually pays off
Doing the right thing eventually pays offDuring their working life some employees are likely to face a serious dilemma and if it means defying your boss it takes tremendous courage – and there can be…
Short service dismissal
Short service dismissalWhenever we start a new job we are always keen to make a good early impression.There can be nothing worse than thinking that you are doing a good job only to be unexpectedly to…
Mismanagement of employee’s illness treated with expert intervention
Mismanagement of employee’s illness treated with expert interventionPoor performance and attendance will always be significant issues for employers and can lead to big trouble for employees.As seriou…
