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Learning and development

How can Learning and Development (L&D) support your organisation’s success?

Learning and Development (L&D) is an important part of your people strategy. Here are the key areas in which L&D support an organisation’s success.

Is it OK to monitor the movement and activities of your employees in the workplace?

As remote working remains a popular mode of work, we look at whether monitoring employees is legal and how to go about it correctly.

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Mental health & HR: Why Suffolk Mind is our charity of choice

Carole Burman explains why Suffolk Mind has become our charity of choice, and why the charity's work resonates in her daily business life.

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The Queen’s Funeral Bank Holiday – employers’ obligations and questions

The Queens funeral bank holiday has been officially announced. We look at the implications and obligations for employers.

Mourning guidance published for businesses

Guidance published for businesses, shops and sports – National Mourning

Following the death of HM The Queen, here is the guidance for businesses, shops and sports on how to manage the period of National Mourning.

Statement on the passing of HM The Queen

MAD-HR wish to convey their deepest sympathy to the Royal Family, on the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.

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Peer To Leader – The Transition And The Challenge

It may be your dream job to become the leader of your team, your firm or the department, but what happens next?

Employee engagement

What are the characteristics of employee engagement and how do we measure it?

What are engaged employees - and how can you measure engagement? Here's how to gain more insight into your engaged workforce.

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Rewriting employee contracts with ‘Covid hindsight’. What to consider & include

With many legal and social changes over the last year, our way of working has changed. Is it time to think about rewriting employee contracts?

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Preparing for a spate of sickness in the months ahead

How to prepare for the spate of employee sickness as a result of COVID and other illnesses this autumn and winter.

Among the best of the best

MAD-HR has made the finals in the Suffolk Business Awards for Customer Excellence and Smal Business of the Year.

Taking on your first employee

Taking on your first employee – what you need to know

A helpful guide for new employers covering key topics such as registering with HMRC, employment contracts, payroll and auto-enrolment.

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Whistleblowing in the workplace

Interested in introducing a whistleblowing policy in your workplace? Here are some tips on what you might consider to include.

Personal growth: A goldfish jumping into a bigger bowl

Are you ready for personal growth?

If personal growth is on your mind, there are many avenues that could help you progress. Read about some of your options in this article.

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How to talk about mental health at work

Getting yourself ready for a difficult conversation at work can be very difficult, here are our tips for how to prepare yourself

Employee wellbeing and engagement

Improving Employee Wellbeing & Engagement for Better Growth

When focusing on improving your employee wellbeing and engagement, here's how to get the most out of your investment.

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Being More Sarina – Leadership and People Management Tips

Sarina Wiegman and the Lionesses have won Euro 2022 for England! But what leadership lessons can we learn from her management style?

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Remote Wellbeing Support – How to best support a WFH colleague or employee

Loneliness affects employees who work remotely, and businesses must respect this reality and do all they can to ensure staff are supported.

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Holiday entitlement and pay for ‘part year’ workers – Are you getting it right?

The Supreme Court ruling on the case of Harper Trust v Brazel is final, and here's how it will impact holiday entitlement and pay

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Managing Menopause – Five Tips for Adopting a Workplace Approach

Here are five tips for a dedicated workplace approach to managing the menopause, from HR consultants MAD-HR

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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