Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management (HRM) is the name given to a set of skills and tasks used to manage the people who work in an organisation.
If you’re a business owner or leader, it’s important to understand the basics of HRM so that you can make informed decisions about your workforce.
Recommended Reading in Human Resources Management
Latest Human Resources Management articles
25th August 2016 Is it legal to record workplace meetings in the UK?
An employee may wish to make a recording of a work meeting for a number of reasons. Read about How to manage employee requests to record meetings
18th August 2016 Meet Carole and hear how HR and PR are connected
Carole Burman will be at the Menta 'Meet the Journalists' event on 13th September 2016 and MAD-HR are sponsors. Hear how HR and PR are connected
18th August 2016 Genuine vs Malicious Grievances: How to tell the difference
This blog provides you with free HR resources and expertise as we look at how to assess if a grievance is genuine and the steps to take.
17th August 2016 No more exclusivity allowed in zero hour contracts
It is not illegal to put exclusivity clauses in zero hour contracts, we guide you through the rules so you can protect your business
7th August 2016 Does smelling of alcohol justify dismissal?
An employee turns up smelling of the night before. What are your options? Does the fact they are smelling of alcohol justify dismissal?
6th August 2016 What you need to know about this hotly awaited Appeal hearing
This case has been discussed at several Appeal Courts and hear we give you What you need to know about this hotly awaited Appeal hearing
5th August 2016 Told to wear a skirt and make up – discrimination payout
Sexism in the workplace is reported as more common than we think, we look at a sex discrimination payout for waitress told to be ‘easy on the eye’
4th August 2016 Help employees cope with school holidays throughout the year
The school year creates pressures and you might be asked if staff can bring their children in, we look at how to cope with school holidays
3rd August 2016 What you need to know about Human Trafficking Statements
The Modern Slavery Act places obligations on businesses with turnovers of £36m+ here is What you need to know about Human Trafficking Statements
13th July 2016 Assessing Candidates with High Sick Leave References: Expert Guidelines for Employers
How to manage references of high sickness. MAD-HR explain how to manage references of this kind, so you stay compliant with employment law.
10th July 2016 BREXIT and the Employment Law Consequences
with such a big decision made, change will follow but in reality this will take a while. we look at BREXIT and the Employment Law Consequences
8th July 2016 Holiday denied but employee takes it anyway
We advise you how to manage employees who disregard refusal of leave and take the time off anyway. Expert HR Advice from MAD-HR.
20th June 2016 Employment Law and Brexit
as we approach voting deadline on the eu what do you need to know about Employment Law and Brexit here we take a look at some considerations and likelihoods
13th June 2016 How to manage your employee who wants to leave
One of your employees has clearly stated their dissatisfaction at work, here is our advice on how to manage your employee who wants to leave
6th June 2016 Managing absence due to travel disruptions
Managing Absenteeism caused by travel disrpution. We advise on how to manage the impact of travel disruptions on your business
20th May 2016 How To Improve Performance
How to improve performance - Most managers have to deal with a poor performer. It can be tricky unless you have the right tools to help you.
10th May 2016 How to Avoid Costly Dismissal Mistakes
Dismissal Mistakes - How to avoid making proceedural errors that cost your business in time and money and see you in tribunal.
27th April 2016 Employee birthdays and national minimum wage pay increases
Birthday can mean pay rises, especially if employees are now old enough for the national minimum wage for 18 year olds
27th April 2016 How a nickname cost employers £63,000
A male employee, called “Gramps” by his colleagues for a number of years. Our blog outlines how a nickname cost employers £63,000
15th April 2016 10 tips to become a more effective manager
There is not a manager anywhere who does not have room for a little improvement. Check out these tips to improve your management skills.
Popular Human Resources Management articles
These are the articles relating to topic that are popular on the MAD-HR website.
- Probationary Period – What Happens If You Do Nothing
- How to manage time off work to provide Court evidence
- How to manage employee requests to record meetings
- Struggling to contact an employee who is off sick?
- Does poor performance justify redundancy?
This page of our site is our Human Resources Management hub. In this section, we share articles discussing the key aspects of HRM and explain why it’s essential for any business. We’ll also provide tips on how to get started if you’re just starting out.
The impact of Human Resources on businesses
Human resources has a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. By understanding the ever-changing landscape of employment law, human resources consultancy can provide guidance and support to companies to ensure they are compliant with current legislation. They can also advise on recruitment strategies, help with employee retention and offer training and development programmes to improve staff morale and motivation. In addition, human resources consultancy can provide expert guidance during periods of change, such as mergers and acquisitions or downsizing. By understanding the needs of both employees and employers, human resources consultancy can play a vital role in ensuring businesses operate smoothly and effectively.
From hiring and training new employees to ensuring that your current team is productive and happy, HR touches every aspect of your business. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or don’t know where to start when it comes to Human Resources Management, our team at MAD-HR can help. We have years of experience in all areas of human resources, from recruitment to retention, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Don’t let your business suffer because of poor HR – contact us today!
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