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Retaliation in the workplace comes in many forms, including false allegations, unfair scrutiny, blacklisting, unwarranted discipline, and wrongful termination of employees. Not only can workplace retaliation contribute to a toxic work environment, it can also lead to lawsuits. We will explore the definition of retaliation in the workplace, some examples and possible signs, and how…
Acas findings reveal that two-fifths of staff are taking less time off now than prior to the pandemic, with the public body encouraging staff to use up their holiday. New findings by the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) shows almost two-fifths (39 per cent) of UK staff have taken less paid time off since…
The UK’s ‘pingdemic’ has exacerbated staff shortages, with over 72,000 UK job ads marked as ‘urgent’. New research from Adzuna has found that between 19th-25th July, there were 1,116,454 advertised job vacancies, making it the 11th consecutive week of over 1 million open jobs. This comes as a record number of users of the NHS…
The labor shortage in the United States has recruiters asking: “How can I attract the best talent?”, “How can I expand my talent pool?” These virtual recruiting ideas are a great place to start. Today, many companies are using e-recruitment to some degree. Social media and online platforms have become a normal means of finding…
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced organisations to respond to new risks within their workforce, yet businesses are struggling to adapt. Two research reports by Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB) have addressed the issue of people-related risk. The findings show that UK respondents rank deteriorating mental health as their top concern in relation to people risk. This…
The COVID 19 lockdown has changed how everyone lives their lives, from working from home to organising home-schooling. It has presented us with new challenges as we adjust to lockdowns and restrictions, and our habits have undoubtedly changed drastically. Even though the lockdown has eased, many of us are now continuing communicating with colleagues, customers…
Employee recognition is an essential part of a successful workplace. How can your organization leverage peer recognition to motivate employees and create a collaborative, engaging work environment? ContentsWhat is peer recognition? Why peer recognition matters Setting up a successful peer recognition programOn a final note What is peer recognition? Peer recognition, also referred to as peer-to-peer recognition…
HR Grapevine Ed Sheeran’s track Shape of You and Billie Eilish’s Bad Guy were both recently ranked among the top ten most popular songs for working from home by smart home specialist Somfy. Plus, with various studies alluding to the benefits listening to music can have, such as boosting morale and in some cases increasing…