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Understanding the Redundancy Dismissal Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn the key differences between redundancy and dismissal, and explore the essential steps to ensure a fair, legal redundancy process.

Building Trust and Credibility as a Manager: Essential Tips and Techniques

Learn key steps for building trust as a manager, from open communication to authentic leadership and active listening.

Festive Opening Hours 2024

Here are full details of our office opening times during the festive season 2024/25 and how you can contact our team.

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The Role of Effective Communication in Becoming a Successful Manager

Learn how strong communication skills boost leadership, improve employee engagement, reduce conflict, and drive team success.

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Managing Long-Term Sickness Absence

Learn practical tips for managing long-term sickness absence, including policies, support, legal compliance, and return-to-work strategies.

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The Power of Employee Recognition in Enhancing Managerial Effectiveness

Discover how employee recognition boosts morale, retention, and productivity with practical ideas for building a culture of appreciation.

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The Importance of Leadership Training

Effective leadership drives business success by inspiring teams, aligning goals, and building resilience. Discover the impact of strong leadership.

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Understanding Employee Contracts: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Learn why employment contracts are essential for small businesses, what to include, and how they protect your company and employees.

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Recruitment Metrics Every SME Should Track

Learn how recruitment metrics help SMEs stay competitive, control hiring costs, and attract top talent with a data-driven approach.

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Recruiting Top Talent on a Budget: A Guide for Businesses

Learn how to attract top talent on a budget with practical strategies for small businesses to compete with larger organisations.

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Making Remote Work Part of Your Company Culture

Explore the benefits of building a strong remote work culture with tips to boost engagement, flexibility, and productivity in your team.

The Role of Social Media

The Role of Social Media in Unfair Dismissal Cases: Dos and Don’ts

Explore the impact of social media on employment law, with key insights on managing online conduct to avoid unfair dismissal risks in the workplace.

Budget 2024: What You Need to Know as an Employer

We have simplified the 2024 Budget and explained what the impacts will be for your business in the year ahead. Plan ahead and contact us to get started!

The Employment Rights Bill 2024

The Employment Rights Bill 2024 – The Hype Versus The Reality

Discover the reality behind the 2024 Employment Rights Bill. Explore key reforms and what they mean for employers beyond the media hype.

TUPE Law Changes 2024

TUPE Law Changes – Simplifying the Process for Small Businesses

Learn how new TUPE law changes simplify the consultation process for small businesses, saving time and reducing admin burdens.

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Annual Leave Entitlement for SME Employees

Discover key updates on holiday entitlement laws for full-time, part-time, and variable-hours workers, plus practical tips for employers.

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Building Resilient Teams: Leadership Tactics for Turbulent Times

Discover leadership strategies for building resilient teams that adapt, collaborate, and thrive in turbulent business environments.

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Understanding UK Statutory Sick Pay: A Simple Guide

Learn how Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) works, current rates for 2024, eligibility criteria, and tips for managing SSP in your workplace.

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How to Conduct Company Culture Audits

Explore what company culture is, how to assess it, and the steps to conducting a company culture audit for your business.

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Time Management Tools and Techniques for Busy Teams

We explore the tools and techniques for optimum time management to ensure your busy team is at its most productive.

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How to Create an Employer Value Proposition

Explore the meaning of an Employer Value Proposition, and the key components necessary to attract talent to your company.

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The Trade Union Act 2016 is to be Repealed

Advice and opinions from the MAD-HR Team, focussing on the news that the Trade Union Act is to be repealed.

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Implementing Anti-Harassment Policies

How to implement an anti-harassment policy within your business, to protect your employees from discrimination and harassment at work.

Understanding the Redundancy Dismissal Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn the key differences between redundancy and dismissal, and explore the essential steps to ensure a fair, legal redundancy process.

Building Trust and Credibility as a Manager: Essential Tips and Techniques

Learn key steps for building trust as a manager, from open communication to authentic leadership and active listening.

Festive Opening Hours 2024

Here are full details of our office opening times during the festive season 2024/25 and how you can contact our team.

Regular HR news, straight to you