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For many small to medium sized business owners, hiring great people is only half the battle. Keeping them engaged and motivated is just as crucial. One of the biggest factors in employee retention? ...

Managing employee absence can be a tricky balance. On one hand, you want to support your team when they’re unwell or facing personal challenges. On the other, excessive absences can disrupt productivity and affect your bottom line. ...

It’s common to hear acronyms like HRIS, HRMS and HCM when browsing for HR software and you may wonder if there are any differences between them, and which system is best for your business. In this article, were clearing up any confusion by looking into the different types of HR software and the associated features and benefits. ...

Managing a massive team of people isn’t straightforward. It’s something businesses have to dedicate enormous resources to achieving, including whole departments of skilled ...

If you want to build a team that’s engaged, skilled, and ready to grow with your business, coaching and mentoring should be a key part of your leadership approach. It’s easy to think of these as corporate buzzwords, but in reality, they’re some of the most effective ways to support employee development. ...

Career development is the ongoing process of helping employees build their skills, gain experience, and advance in their careers. It’s not just about promotions—it’s about continuous learning, goal setting, and professional ...

One-to-one meetings are an important element of your performance management process. However, they are equally a great tool for touching base with your employees in a private and structured meeting. These examples questions provide you with a foundation in which to base your 1:1s and to get the most out of these weekly or bi-weekly catch ups. ...

In our guide for effective one-to-one meetings, not only do we explain how this tool for conversation can benefit your business, but also how to conduct them in a way that is most effective. Read on to learn more about how you can utilise one to one sessions with your employees for a boost in company culture, employee morale, and even ...

When you’re running a business, it’s easy to focus on the bottom line. Revenue, KPIs, efficiency… all crucial. But, if you’re not investing in personal development at work, you’re missing a massive ...

Employee development could be your secret weapon in gaining an edge over your competitors. After all, employees are your business’s most valuable assets, and their development can positively impact everything from productivity to customer ...

You’ve set goals, monitored progress, provided feedback and development and conducted a performance review. Now you’ve reached the final stage in the performance management cycle—recognition and rewards. This is your chance to show appreciation, reinforce positive behaviours, and keep your team engaged for the long ...

You’ve set goals and objectives, kept an eye on progress and provided development support—now it’s time for the review stage of the performance management cycle. This is where you assess progress, and have meaningful conversations about what’s working, what isn’t and what’s next. ...