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Festive Chaos in the Workplace? We’ve Got You Covered

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Let’s be honest – December in the workplace is absolute carnage, isn’t it?

Secret Santa gone wrong. Someone’s ordered three pairs of shoes on company time. Dave from Accounts is three sheets to the wind at 2pm. And don’t even get me started on the passive-aggressive battle royale over who gets Christmas week off.

Sound familiar?

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“You’re by no means a normal HR consultant… you’re our kind of girl!”

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I’ve just had a really interesting chat with one of my clients about bringing our authentic selves to work following the pandemic, and also how the transition from corporate to business owner makes us feel when it comes to being our true selves at work.

I’m currently writing this from my office wearing my favourite Spice Girls sweatshirt for context…

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Ethical Dilemmas in HR: When You’re Asked to Cross the Line…

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As HR professionals, we often find ourselves at a crossroads of organisational interests and ethical responsibilities. Achieving a balance, being aware of our responsibilities, all whilst juggling the needs of the business and ethical boundaries; it is no wonder that I get asked this often at events I speak at.

For many, this is an uncomfortable position to be in, for example, how many times have you been asked to cross the line when it comes to dismissals because that person doesn’t fit in, but no other reasons behind it? Or may be an issue has been swept under the carpet, yet something obviously should have been done about it, yet the person is bein protected because of who they are etc.?

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Effective Problem-Solving in Employee Relations: A Guide for Managers

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Managing employee relations is an essential aspect of leadership that often requires a delicate balance of empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills. When faced with challenging situations, it’s crucial to have a structured approach to ensure fair and effective resolutions.

In this blog post, we’ll delve into a comprehensive guide on how to manage these situations effectively.

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Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone to Success

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We’ve all faced it at one point or another: the sinking feeling of failure, the disappointment when things don’t go as planned. But what if we shift our perspective and see failure not as a dead-end, but as an opportunity for growth and learning? That’s right – failure can be your greatest teacher and a stepping stone to success.

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