Inappropriate use of the internet at work
We’ve all used the internet at work at some point, whether it was to shop in our lunch break or pay a bill quickly, but when does this become excessive and what polices can we…
Identifying and dealing with disengaged employees
When an employee starts to feel demotivated at work, as a director/manager you will usually be the last to know. Through nor fault of your own, you may not have even noticed that things have…
Sexual harassment – a need for change
Sadly sexual harassment is still alive and well in the workplace even in the 21st century, and the excuse of “just a bit of banter” is no longer acceptable and is a minefield for employers…
Top bosses’ pay overtakes average worker’s entire 2020 pay in just 3 days
Annual ‘High Pay Day’ figures published with warning to employers not to treat new CEO pay reporting requirements as a tick-box exercise. FTSE 100 CEOs only needed to work until just before 17.00 on Monday…
January blues
Well, its that time of year…. Christmas is over for another year; finances were stretched for most to provide a perfect family break…but did we go too far in this pursue of perfection? January is…
Paying a Christmas bonus
Extra cash during the festive period is always welcomed by employees, but should companies pay a Christmas bonus? Are they obligated to and how much? A nationwide study by Hawk Incentives found that 33% of British workers have…
Festive stress in the workplace
The season of goodwill, a time of good cheer, relaxation and celebration? Not for all sadly. For many, the Christmas break is stressful. The reasons are more varied than you might think and companies need…
12 benefits of outsourcing your HR
There comes a point when every small, growing company needs to seriously consider areas of special expertise to be handled by someone who has skills in specialist areas. One of these areas is the HR…
The benefits of HR Analytics
"HR analytics is the application of statistics, modelling, and analysis of employee-related factors to improve business outcomes”. Sound confusing? Lets explain what it is and how this invaluable tool can benefit your business. Its grown in popularity over…
The benefits of Interim HR
To interim, or not to interim! There are times when bringing someone in on an interim basis is the best option for a smaller business. Interim HR roles are ones that bring in an experienced…
Relationships in the workplace
Where is the line with relationships in the workplace? McDonalds announced this week that the UK CEO was sacked for having a relationship with a colleague. Steve Easterbrook is 51, divorced and has a right to…
Managing high-risk HR
High-risk HR is not a phrase that any business owner wants to hear, especially when it is in relation to their own company. So how does a business reduce the chance of high-risk HR situations?…
How to attract the best candidates
The talent pool has all levels of candidates within it, but you want to make sure that you get the best ones for your business. There is no magic that provides you with 5 brilliant…
Late payments to employees
When a contract is signed between an employer and employee, this is a legal agreement that the employee will execute the duties assigned, and the employer will pay for these services. Pretty easy arrangement, right? Sadly, there…
Brexit – Don’t panic Mr Mainwaring!
I am sorry that I am bringing up the B word. It is now something that people are frightened to mention at this time. Passions are high and fury abundant with some, but Brexit is…
Managing conflict in the workplace
As much as we would like it for colleagues to never have a cross word with each other, conflict is something that has to be expected from time to time. There are five recorded types…
Employee Timekeeping – What to do when time isn’t being kept
Do you have issues with employee timekeeping? It’s frustrating when you go through the appointment process, get the best people for the job and then it turns out that you have an employee who views…
Office dress codes for modern times
A question that we’re often asked here at Centric HR is about dress codes. All too often senior leaders and business owners have a set view of what they deem to be suitable and not…
Employee motivation – Get the best out of your employees in the summer
A manager is there to get the best out of their employees, but when the sun is blazing it’s guaranteed that concentration will lower, and there will be longing looks out of the window. So,…
Summer Holiday, Blues?
Everyone looks forward to their summer holiday, but as a manager how can you help the inevitable fallout of workload pressures and having key team members out of the business? In 2017, British Airways conducted…
Social media – when personal and professional collide
Whether you are new to it or an aficionado, there is always the capacity for tripping up when it comes to social media and the working environment. We have pretty much seen all of it,…
Why employers should give a #@?! about swearing in the workplace
Swearing in the workplace is something that many people do, and is a sign of comfort and acceptance within your team, but when does bad language become a serious issue? Personal preference plays a large part in…
How to deal with a pay rise request
Following a recent report that revealed that over half of the UK workforce fears asking for a pay rise, we take a look at how employers can deal with requests. reed.co.uk surveyed over 3,000 UK…
Managing mental health in the workplace
One of the many issues raised in last week's Mental Health Awareness Week organised by by the Mental health Foundation was a report and research from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) suggesting that…
Employment status – worker v self-employed
With ever growing employment tribunals ruling that self-employed/contractors are workers it is becoming more and more important to check the status of your contractors and make sure that you put the right things in place…
Dealing with sickness absence in the workplace
Sickness absence can be caused by various different things, it can consist of an employee's general physical condition, conditions at the employees works, including health and safety standards, levels of stress, and harassment and bullying.…
You can’t afford NOT to read this feature
We know you’re busy. But step back for a moment and take a breather – the two minutes you spend reading this article could be a game changer for your business. Centric HR delivers dividends for employers in…
The benefits of outsourcing your HR
With today’s emphasis on company culture and loyalty, the role of human resources management and the types of benefits a company offers has become increasingly important for a business's future. However, being competitive in these areas…