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HR Unboxed Episode 8 is Here! The One With the Line Managers

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In episode 8 of HR Unboxed, Faye and I really wanted to highlight how challenging the role of being a manger can truly be. With today’s fast-paced way of life and changing expectations from employees, middle managers occupy perhaps the most challenging position in any business.

Sandwiched between executive leadership and frontline employees, these professionals must simultaneously implement strategic directives from above while addressing the practical concerns of those they supervise. This delicate balancing act requires exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience.

Listen to the episode 8 here on Spotify.

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How to Become a Chartered CIPD Member

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I get asked this question so often, I have written this handy post for anyone looking to upgrade their CIPD membership to become a Chartered Member of the CIPD.

I love hearing about people’s CIPD journey, their individual experiences of success bring me joy! Everyone achieves their career successes in a unique way, so I never tire of hearing what got them to where they are now. This is what Dipesh and I are discussing in the picture above. It is absolutely one of my favourite pictures of my career!

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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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How a mentor can help you progress your HR career

by Natalie Ellis1 Comment on 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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Welcome to the ‘New Normal’ for Offices and Workplaces

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It’s clear as the country begins to ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions and life begins to take on some semblance of what it was before the pandemic began, whatever the ‘new normal’ looks like, it will be in place for quite some time. Dependent on a workplace’s operating situation throughout lockdown and after, of course, arrangements for employees will vary hugely. But there are some things all employers should bear in mind when re-absorbing furloughed staff and making their best efforts to resume business-as-usual – and here’s my top pieces of advice.

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