When Did Basic Respect Become Optional?

I’ll be upfront with you, writing this feels a little like talking myself out of a job. But after twenty years of working in HR, there are things that need to be said, and I’d rather say them honestly than pretend everything is fine.

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I’ve Been a Little Busy Lately… Here’s What I Have Been Up To!

I won’t pretend it hasn’t been a while since I sat down to write a proper update. The honest reason is that we have been genuinely flat out — and while that’s a good problem to have, it does mean the blog has taken a back seat. So here’s a proper catch-up on everything that has been happening at Rebox HR so far this year.

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

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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How to Achieve Your HR Career Goals and Professional Aspirations

Why Believing in Yourself is the Key to Career Success

Today brought me the most wonderful news that perfectly illustrates why self-belief is so crucial for professional success. Someone I’ve been mentoring over the past few months has just achieved Chartered Fellowship of the CIPD – one of the most landmark levels in HR.

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

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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