Employment
Tips for dealing with disciplinary proceedings
Employment law is a minefield for small-business owners – especially for those who don't have the benefit of specialist HR departments. Employment lawyer Chris Cook outlines some of the most frequent mistakes made by employers when dealing with disciplinaries.
Published 1 day ago by Chris Cook.
Why are they all leaving?
Are many employees leaving your company? As staff return from their holidays, they'll be thinking about the pros and cons of working with you. How can you keep them sweet?
Published 1 day ago by Jason Hesse.
AIM chiefs: bonuses fall but pay rises
Despite bonus levels falling, directors of AIM-listed companies have seen above-average pay rises in the last year, research shows.
Published 2 days ago by Jason Hesse.
Ten tips on interviewing staff
Perfecting your interview technique can save your business hours of time and expensive recruitment fees. Follow these simple steps and learn to do it like the professionals.
Published 10 days ago by Krishnan Doyle.
Beware the money-wasters and shameless scroungers
So, unemployment’s down by 49,000. That’s got to be good news, right?
Published 17 days ago by Charlie Mullins.
Problem: "How can I recruit good staff quickly?"
Hiring good staff is key to your company's growth and success. How can you find good staff that will stay with you for the long-run? Heather Townsend gives us her top tips.
Published 20 days ago by Heather Townsend.
Problem: "How can I get my 'stuck' manager to change?"
At some point in your career, you'll be faced with a "stuck" manager, who refuses to change and adapt. How can you best deal with, and improve, the situation? Heather Townsend has the solution, as always.
Published 21 days ago by Heather Townsend.
Are you amongst the hopeful 40 per cent?
With two out of five SMEs predicting growth in the next six months, what will you do to get Britain back on track?
Published 23 days ago by Victoria Hodgson.
Eight more ways to improve your work/life balance
Eight more tried-and-tested ways to improving your work/life balance. Follow these tips on how you can improve your quality of life and business.
Published 23 days ago by Heather Townsend.
Eight ways to improve your work/life balance
Getting the right work/life balance will help both you and your business be more successful. Start by following our eight tips to improving your work/life balance.
Published 24 days ago by Heather Townsend.
