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Cost of living

How can employers help with the cost of living?

With the cost of living continuing to rise, we explore how employers can support their staff during this difficult time.

Update on the Norfolk Business Awards

At the glittering awards dinner on 24th November, MAD-HR is selected as a finalist at the Norfolk Business Awards 2022.

Lay off and short time working

Alternatives to redundancy – Lay-Offs and short-time working

What alternatives are there to redundancy? For some employers, lay-offs and short-term working may be just what you are looking for.

Business team

‘The difference between a good director and a great director is the company you keep…’

Good company matters - and for those seeking to launch, run and lead a business, it’s imperative that your team represents good company too.

Financial wellbeing - supporting your employees

Financial well-being – Supporting your employees

Financial wellbeing is part of employee wellbeing. Here's how to format your wellbeing strategy to support your staff financially.

Purpose into strategy

Translating your purpose into strategy – why into how

The connection between purpose and strategy is fundamental to how we show up for our customers and how they experience working with us. 

World cup football on football pitch

Managing the World Cup 2022 and potential disruption

The FIFA World Cup is due to start soon, plan ahead to avoid disruption with staff who are football enthusiasts, find out how here

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Menopause in the Workplace Webinar video

Insight and practical advice for employers and business owners around Menopause in the Workplace. From a Suffolk Chamber of Commerce webinar.

Great news about the Norfolk Business Awards

MAD-HR has once again been shortlisted as an award finalist for delivering Customer Excellence and for the Small Business category.

Sexual harassment in the workplace

Sexual harassment in the workplace – your responsibility as an employer

We explore your responsibilities as an employer when it comes to dealing with cases of sexual harassment in the workplace.

Top barriers to growth in business

What are the top barriers to growth and what can you do about them?

What are the current top barriers to business growth, and how can you overcome them? We explore in our latest blog post.

Leadership

Leadership and purpose: Purpose-driven business leaders

What does it mean to lead with purpose? We explore the top tips for leading with purpose in business today.

Probationary performance review

My probationary period at MAD-HR – Victoria Smith

Victoria Smith provides insight on her six-month probationary period at MAD-HR. Read her article on our blog here.

WhatsApp at work

WhatsApp at work – Is it creating blurred lines?

We explore the use of WhatsApp at work and its potential risks in relation to bullying, discrimination and more.

Employee induction

Top tips for a modern employee induction

Employee induction is even more relevant today than it has ever been before. Here are seven tips to help you get it right.

Employee benefits

Employee benefits – Don’t get caught out by trying to do the right thing!

Employee benefits are currently very popular for attracting top talent - but how do they *really* benefit your business? Find out here.

award winning mad-hr at suffolk business awards

MAD-HR wins Customer Excellence Award

MAD-HR was crowned the winner of the Customer Excellence Award at the 2022 Suffolk Business Awards last night.

Employee engagement

Time to put employee engagement at the top of your agenda

Employee engagement is key for attracting and retaining the best staff. Is it time you made it a priority in your business?

Part-time working

Part-time working – what you should know

Do you have to allow part-time working? We cover the ins and outs of part-time working and whether your business needs to offer it.

Cut to the rate of National Insurance contributions

Cut to the rate of National Insurance contributions

Read on to see what the Government has announced regarding changes to National Insurance rates and the Health and Social Care Levy.

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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