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Alan Price
CEO, BrightHR and Group Chief Operating Officer
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Is your business losing hundreds of minutes to time theft?
Time is money as the old saying goes. So, what happens when employees take advantage of the time that is so valuable to your business? This is known as ‘time theft’ and it’s an incredibly common issue for modern businesses. Let’s explore the issue of time theft, uncovering some scenarios where time theft occurs, and help you find the best solution...

Understanding the concept of performance objectives
Let’s talk about performance objectives. You’ve probably heard the term thrown around in performance management meetings or sprinkled into quarterly reviews. But what exactly are performance objectives, and why should they matter to you as an employer? Here’s the thing: performance objectives aren’t just a box-ticking exercise or something to whip...
Time management: Essential tips for busy business owners
Running a business is a constant balancing act. And for busy business owners, time is often your most precious resource. From managing employees and finances to fostering customer relationships, it’s easy to feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. That’s where time management comes in—a critical skill that helps you take control of your...

Setting SMART goals for your employees
Setting new goals and objectives for your employees is stage one of the performance management cycle. Getting this right can have a huge impact on the performance of individual employees and the success of your business. SMART goals have become a universally applicable, and popular method for setting goals that works for almost all types of roles...

Performance Management
Performance management plays a significant role in the effective management of your employees and the growth of your business. Whether you are a HR professional, manage a team, or own a business, understanding performance management and knowing how to implement it will be beneficial for business success! And did you know that there’s performance...

People management for leaders, managers and business owners
Managing a team of people is no easy task. Whether it’s a team of 3 or 30, managers will face challenges. And to make matters worse, a large majority of leaders have not been provided with the necessary training to manage people effectively. However, that doesn’t mean your people management processes can’t be made simpler. In this guide we offer...
