Dreaming of a white Christmas? For HR, it’s not such an idyllic image. Here are our top tips for managing disruptive weather conditions in your teams this winter. For many people, winter snow conjures up images of cosy fires, hot chocolate and sledging, but for workforces across the UK, the disruptive impact on travel, safety […]
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Ben Birchall explains how to use his quarterly impact matrix, a practical, easy-to-use tool designed to help businesses cut down on wasted time, improve focus, and give employees clarity on their priorities.
Strategy to action: How to focus your employees to deliver higher productivity Read More »
From 26th October 2024, a new law requires all UK employers to take “reasonable steps” to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. To help you mitigate risk and ensure your business is compliant, we have collated some practical advice from our expert People Director team.
New legal duty for UK employers to prevent sexual harassment: What you need to know Read More »
Vistage Executive Summit – Manchester 1st November As a Vistage National Sponsor for 2024, People Puzzles is delighted to be sponsoring the Executive Summit that is taking place at Manchester’s Mecure Piccadilly Hotel on 1st November.
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Attracting and retaining talent is a pressing challenge for SMEs, particularly in a tight labour market where competition is fierce. With over 1 million job vacancies and an unemployment rate hovering around 4.2%, businesses must be proactive in building an attractive and engaging workplace culture. The cost of replacing an employee earning over £25,000 can
Attracting and retaining top talent Read More »
There is little doubt that AI and digital transformation will significantly reshape recruitment strategies and processes over the coming years – even now, approaches, platforms and best practice are shifting rapidly.
AI and digital transformation Read More »
Increasingly, people expect more from employers in today’s business world. Businesses which are seen to be biased against particular demographic groups will not be viewed positively, and this will have a negative impact on employer brand, recruitment capability, retention, performance and even commercial success and profitability.
Being a fully inclusive employer Read More »
Filling skills gaps in your business is a growing challenge for many leaders. As technology evolves rapidly and business needs shift, having the right skills in your team is critical for both current performance and future success. To stay competitive, you must adopt a proactive approach to bridging skills gaps—both in the short term and
Filling skills gaps – now and for the future Read More »
Hiring great people is essential to grow your business and set you apart from the competition, but it comes with significant costs that many businesses underestimate. The true cost of recruiting goes far beyond salary, encompassing several hidden costs that affect both profitability and productivity.
The cost of hiring great people Read More »
Today’s workplace faces an unprecedented generational situation which presents both opportunities and challenges for every business, small or large. With a span of up to five generations in work today, and a sixth rapidly approaching with generation “alpha,” employers must tread a careful line to meet the expectations and demands of them all.
Managing a multi-generational workforce Read More »
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