Managing Director

Managing Director and Founder of MAD-HR, Carole has over 30 years of experience working in the world of HR. She prides herself on her ability to help clients grow their business and attract, retain and engage talent by building a positive employer brand.

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How To Manage Absence

Absence is a cost for any business – both financially and operationally – and therefore learning how to manage it makes good commercial sense.

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Tax-Free Childcare: What’s The Deal?

Tax-free childcare is part of the government's long-term plan to support working families and will provide up to 1.8m families with childcare support..

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What Are The Rules On Carrying Untaken Annual Leave When Off Sick?

Untaken Annual Leave - Can I carry over annual leave? The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has a very clear position on this subject.

Living Wage

Compulsory National ‘Living Wage’ as of April 2016

Compulsory National Living Wage - A new minimum wage of £7.20 per hour will be introduced next April for all working people aged 25 and over.

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How To Calculate Holiday Pay

there are a number of things when looking at How To Calculate Holiday Pay such as travel, overtime and commission. we help you do the maths.

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Is it ever too late to withdraw a job offer?

in business things change and this can include your business need and even required head count, so we ask Is it ever too late to withdraw job offer

Confidential

Unfair Dismissal for sending shared drive data

Case Law on an Unfair Dismissal for sending shared drive data. We share the outcome of the Tribunal. Manage your team effectively.

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How to manage grievances raised during a disciplinary

Disciplinary Proceedings - what to do when someone going through a disciplinary raises a grievance. Managing grievances during disciplinary proceedings

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How To Build a Better Team

Have you ever wondered how some work groups exhibit effective teamwork and others remain dysfunctional? So how do you build a better team?

Risk

Managing Risk In Your Business

your confidential business information and what makes it tick is at risk when employees leave. check out advice on managing risk in your business

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DVLA’s Share Driving Licence Goes Live

DVLA’s Share Driving Licence Goes Live and we look at what this means for your business and checking procedures of employees

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When do you need a doctor’s note?

Does an employee need to produce a note for one day’s absence? What are reasonable expectations? What's the law? When to legally request Doctor's Notes.

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Is your employee’s vehicle shameful?

We offer HR guidance in the situation where your employee's vehicle is shameful. A tricky one...but fear not, help is here

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How To Be A Busy AND Profitable Accountant

As you work closely with your clients, more and more demands on your time occur, here's How To Be A Busy AND Profitable Accountant

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How To Give Your Clients Value For Money

As a trusted advisor, it is important you add value to your clients' business. Here's how to give your clients value for money

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The abolition of the paper driving licence counterpart

The paper counterpart of the driving licence is no longer valid and will not be issued by DVLA. What does this mean for employers?

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Probationary Period – What Happens If You Do Nothing

Probationary period - many employers set a period of probation for new employees but what happens if you don't do anything at the end of it?

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Do you have to manage diabetes as a disability?

Get to grips with disability related employment law, protect you and your business. Learn if you should manage diabetes as a disability.

2015 General Election

The 2015 General Election – The Possible Changes For Employment Law

2015 General election. The MAD-HR team take a look at the Conservatives, Labour, Liberal Democrats & UKIP manafestos, regarding changes to employment law.

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How To Conduct a Performance Appraisal

achieve your dream team by making your employees feel valued. a good way to do this is yearly appraisal. we look at how to: conduct a performance appraisal

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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