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
18th January 2017 How to achieve your workplace New Year resolutions
The New Year is time for new goals, here we give you 6 Tips on how to achieve your workplace New Year resolutions and feel great!
18th January 2017 You could have an annual leave problem this Easter…
Easter 2017 falls in April presenting what may be an unidentified annual leave problem. Here we look at managing this annual leave period.
9th January 2017 5 Tips that will improve team productivity
Getting the best out of your teams can be a challenge however we have out together these 5 tips to improve team productivity.
22nd December 2016 What is Parental Leave and who is eligible?
Parental leave changes from April 2015. We share important HR updates for employers on details of the Parental leave. Read on to protect your business.
13th December 2016 When is a dismissal not a dismissal?
We share the outcomes of a recent Tribunal to demonstrate the question when is a dismissal not a dismissal? HR advice at your fingertips for your business
1st December 2016 FREE Webinar “An intro to employing people”
Recruitment can be daunting. There is a lot to consider and doing it properly pays dividends. Here's an intro to employing people - hit the ground running
1st December 2016 How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap
It is inevtiatvle that at times your employees will be on leave and fall ill. We share our tips on How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap
1st December 2016 £49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign
Handling potential resignations can be tricky. Read tips based on a real case of a £49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign
21st November 2016 How to keep contact with a sick or absent employee
When employees are absent, there is a requirement to stay in touch. What if you are struggling to contact an employee who is off sick?
21st November 2016 Flexible Working – any right of appeal?
Employees with 26 weeks’ continuous service have the right to request flexible working. Read our blog Flexible Working – any right of appeal?
21st November 2016 Can I refuse last minute holiday requests?
Last minute holidays have become increasingly popular. But an employee can’t book one and then expect you to fall in with their eleventh hour plans.
18th November 2016 The staff Christmas Party – Don’t be a Grinch
The Staff Christmas Party - We are approaching the time of staff socials. Here are a few free tips on managing the preparation, the event & the aftermath.
14th November 2016 Webinar “How do I employ my first person” – 30th November 2016
Charlotte Bate is guest speaker for the New Anglia Growth Hub's webinar on "How do I employ my first person?". Register your place here.
11th November 2016 What you need to know about Travel Time
After the recent ECJ ruling, we have put this blog together on What you need to know about Travel Time and how it could affect your business
3rd November 2016 Holiday pay must include commission, confirms Court of Appeal
We have been following the Lock V British Gas case and here we share the latest outcome that Holiday pay must include commission, confirms Court of Appeal
2nd November 2016 The impact of avoiding sick pay obligations
An employee has been awarded £75,000 for being denied sick pay. We share the tribunal outcomes and lessons here. Protect your business.
21st October 2016 Fixed Term Contracts – what you need to know
MAD-HR share key information and HR expertise on Fixed Term Contracts – what you need to know about managing them legally.
4th October 2016 When to suspend employees during a disciplinary
Suspending someone can have serious consequences for the employee, here we look at When to suspend employees during a disciplinary.
3rd October 2016 7 Easy Steps to creating a ‘Work at Home’ Policy
There can be may benefits to enabling your employee to work from home. Here are our 7 Easy Steps to creating a 'Work at Home' Policy
28th September 2016 Is your employee refusing to work their Notice Period?
MAD-HR share valuable HR advice to help managers manage employees refusing to work their Notice Period and steps to be taken.
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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