Blue Monday: Supporting Employee Wellbeing on the ‘Most Depressing Day’

Today marks Blue Monday, supposedly the gloomiest day of the year. Whilst the science behind this concept might be questionable, it provides an excellent opportunity for HR professionals to spotlight mental health and workplace wellbeing.

As many of you know, I started my career on the high street as a Lunn Poly sales consultant, I absolutely loved selling holidays and sending people to their dream destinations! So in the post, I’m taking a trip down memory lane to my Lunn Poly “Dolly” days; explaining why today is seen as the most depressing day of the year, and more importantly what we can do actually do to switch up our mood!

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Why You Should Take That Leap…

Happy New Year everyone, it has been a hot minute, but I’m back with lots of fresh content to share with you!

One thing that I am asked regularly is when should I take that leap of faith?

Have you ever felt at a crossroads with a big decision to make? Your heart racing, mind swirling with both excitement and doubt? We’ve all been there. Yet, some of the most rewarding journeys begin with that terrifying first step.

As my company, Rebox HR prepares to celebrate it’s 5th Birthday on 17th February, I have taken some time to reflect on some valuable lessons I’ve learnt along the way…

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

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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How a mentor can help you progress your HR career

One of the things I get asked often, is how did I progress my career?

I started my working life as a Travel Agent and selling holidays on the high street, I made a move into HR as an HR administrator, and now I run my own multi-award winning business which is a dream come true.

The answer I give is – I did not achieve this dream alone!

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Working From Home Long Term, Post-Lockdown

Lockdown has brought a whole host of surprises, changes and challenges to employers the length and breadth of the country (and the world!), but the most prevalent has been the pivot to home working. Office-based businesses and employers have, in order to maintain their workforce operating at an acceptable level, largely allowed staff to work remotely – allowing them to continue working and earning whilst also staying safe, socially distanced, and, in many cases, caring for their children who are unable to attend school.

Of course, working from home is not a new practice; and most big brands already offer facilities and options around this for employees who are able to perform their role remotely. However, there has never been an event before that has sparked such mass change in typical work practices, and so many employers and employees are facing challenges around such rapid adaptation. 

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