HR Dept Newport and Monmouth

01/09/2019

HR Dept Cardiff, Newport & Monmouth

The day is finally here! I'm delighted to be able to share our exciting news that HR Dept Newport and Monmouth is joining forces with HR Dept Cardiff, so together we will be HR Dept Cardiff, Newport & Monmouth. I'm really excited about the next chapter in the business! You can now follow us at https://www.facebook.com/HRDeptCardiffWest/

We provide practical and pragmatic outsourced HR to SMEs in Cardiff West and the surrounding area. Like us and we’ll help you Prevent People Problems!

30/08/2019

You might have seen that we've got some news to share with you! But you'll have to wait a few more days...

26/08/2019

05/07/2019

How to support an employee who is caring for a dependant - HR Dept

Did you know that 1 in 7 of us is providing unpaid care for a sick or elderly relative in addition to a day job? This balancing act can be stressful at times and your employees might be in need of support. Read more in this week’s blog http://ow.ly/e6pK50uSmsn

As many as one in seven of us is providing unpaid care for a sick or elderly relative. This can be in addition to paid employment, so it is possible that you may have some carers amongst your workforce. Unsupported employees with caring duties can experience problems with focus, productivity and att...

27/06/2019

How would you rate your workplace well-being? - HR Dept

The UK has been ranked out of 25 comparator economies for work-life balance. Where do you think we placed? http://ow.ly/Flgb50uN60o

How well is your workforce? The UK has been ranked 24th out of 25 comparator economies for work-life balance in the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development’s (CIPD) second Working Lives survey. This suggests that workplace well-being in the UK needs attention. The report revealed that wor...

20/06/2019

Top tips for managing remote workers - HR Dept

1.5 million people currently work from home and many others are seeking opportunities for . Is your business equipped for remote workers? Read our latest blog for top tips on managing those not in the office http://ow.ly/agAI50uHQ0k

There are many benefits to employing remote workers for your business, such as reduced overheads and better flexibility. But managing them comes with its own challenges. On-site employees jesting that their homeworker colleagues are “slacking”, and a lack of visibility on productivity are just s...

29/05/2019

What to do when an employee is always late for work - HR Dept

Employee timekeeping can be a major concern for employers. See what steps you can take to address poor timekeeping in our latest blog https://bit.ly/2VTs9K8

Employee timekeeping can be a major concern to employers. Particularly in businesses which require staff to clock-in. Lateness, absenteeism, even keeping track of sick leave can all act as a distraction to the time-pressed manager. There can be occasions when an employee’s time keeping goes awry a...

09/05/2019

How to manage an employee under the influence of alcohol - HR Dept

Has an employee turned up to work drunk? Argh! Don’t mix your words and follow our four step process for managing this awkward situation http://ow.ly/1Sww50u372h

Did you know that 21% of adults* drink more than 14 units of alcohol per week? That’s more than a glass of wine or low strength beer every day. Perhaps you are not too surprised by this statistic as going for a drink is known to be a popular pastime. With that in mind, you …

25/04/2019

What to do when an employee asks for a pay rise - HR Dept

“Yes”, “no” or something else. What would your answer be if an employee asked for a pay rise today? There are steps you can take to make this situation a pain free process. Read more in our latest blog http://ow.ly/Lbgz50rpKek

Just when everything seems to be ticking along nicely, you get a request from an employee asking for a pay rise. Sigh. It could be right on time, perhaps you have been reviewing wages. Or, it’s caught you off guard and you’re left feeling stunned. A flustered “Not on your nelly!” can cause y...

23/04/2019

I'm really looking forward to this months Women Mean Biz networking Lunch at St. Pierre in Chepstow on Friday. If there are any businesswomen who would like to join us, you are very welcome. Drop me a line and I can give you the details.

03/04/2019

What is the key to effective internal communication? - HR Dept

“Just read my email!” If this is a familiar feeling it may be time to revisit your internal communication strategy. Read this week’s blog for some top tips on where to start http://ow.ly/v0Jp30oiXq7

One employee missing your important email and asking questions could be brushed off as an honest mistake. But when the second, third or fourth person does the same thing, you may find yourself exhaling sharply and exclaiming “just read my email!”. It could be that they simply didn’t read your ...

29/03/2019

How to keep the peace between employees - HR Dept

Wouldn’t it be great if everyone could get along all the time? The truth is that when many personalities work in one organisation tension between co-workers can boil and conflict can arise. Keep the peace between employees with these top tips https://goo.gl/WfZGTf

Wouldn’t it be great if everyone could get along all the time? With different personalities working in one organisation and people spending a significant amount of their time at work, conflict between co-workers is inevitable. It could be a one-off disagreement that has never been resolved, such a...

27/03/2019

Thanks to everyone that came to the HR Seminar yesterday. Delighted to get such great feedback and raise £300 for Chepstow Mencap

13/03/2019

How to manage long-term sickness absence - HR Dept

When an employee is absent from work due to long-term sickness it can be a difficult time for them and a strain on your business. Feel prepared by reading our latest blog https://goo.gl/ucu6kY

UK employee sickness rates being at an all-time low should be good news to employers’ ears. The statistics suggest that the nation is healthy and fit for work after all. However, this might not be the whole picture considering that presenteeism, when people turn up to work sick, is also reportedly...

01/03/2019

Happy St Davids Day x

17/02/2019

What are you going to do to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness day? (and why stop at today!)

15/02/2019

Networking events - Women Mean Biz

The next meeting of Women Mean Biz in Chepstow is next Friday. Still time to book on if you would like to join us.
https://www.womenmeanbiz.co.uk/networking-events/104/chepstow/

We invite you to come as a guest first of all, to see if you want to join our networking group. This way you get to meet our members and experience first hand our style and format.

11/02/2019

04/02/2019

Today is the day of the year with the highest amount of sickness. My top tips for dealing with this are:
1. Pre-empt with a policy (ok, it's too late for this now!)
2. Spot a trend before it catches on, one of the reasons it's so important to keep good records
3. Conduct Return to work interviews, talk about what's going on
4. Make it formal - If all else fails and the employee is taking too many duvet days, take action.

21/01/2019

Well, it's Blue Monday, supposedly the most depressing day of the year. It's also National Hug Day, so lets cheer people up!

21/01/2019

Networking event - Chepstow - Fri 25th Jan,2019 - Women Mean Biz

Still time to book onto WomenMeanBiz Chepstow on Friday 25th January. All professional ladies are welcome.
http://ow.ly/nUDw50k5KCV

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10/01/2019

How to discuss financial well-being with your employees…and why you should - HR Dept

At this time of year money and financial worries can be a cause for concern and a source of stress for many people including your employees. Read our latest blog on how you can show support https://goo.gl/2tZNRK

Money problems are often exacerbated at this time of the year. Many firms pay staff early in December, and then it’s a long haul to the end of January. The reality of what has been spent over Christmas often hits hard. Money and financial worries can be a cause for concern and a source of …

04/01/2019

World Braille Day is a reminder of the importance of accessibility and independence for those who are blind or visually-impaired. It creates so much more opportunity the visually-impaired in the workplace, but so much more can be done!

03/01/2019

It’s the new year - Are your employees already thinking of their next break? - HR Dept

Prepare yourself for the 2019 calendar quirk you need to be aware of by reading our tips http://ow.ly/sA4V30nahVo

As the new year is now upon us and the shiny new 2019 diaries make an appearance, it’s likely that your team-members are already planning their next breaks. January is the busiest time of year for booking holidays, as we long for a winter escape or a summer holiday for later in the year. As …

31/12/2018

Thank you to all my clients, contacts and business buddies for your support in 2018. Wishing everyone a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year

21/12/2018

Uber drivers are workers - Court of Appeal rules in favour of workers' rights in landmark gig economy case - HR Dept

The highly anticipated case involving and the employment status of their drivers has been concluded at the Court of Appeal. Uber drivers are workers and entitled to workers' rights https://goo.gl/Fmx55x

The highly anticipated case involving Uber and the employment status of their drivers has been concluded at the Court of Appeal. With what must seem like an early Christmas present to Uber drivers, the Court of Appeal decreed they are workers and, therefore, entitled to workers’ rights – such as...

19/12/2018

How to play it safe with Secret Santa in your business - HR Dept

Diet pills for the largest person in the office or sexy underwear for the pensioner. Believe us we have heard it all! Play it safe with Secret Santa in your business this Christmas with our top tips https://goo.gl/iVvGZ4

At The HR Dept, the week after the Christmas party and Secret Santa is always busy. It seems that despite our (and every employment solicitor’s) warning, mistakes still happen. Christmas party antics can perhaps be excused as a result of over indulging in festive alcohol. But Secret Santa presents...

17/12/2018

Proposals of new legislation announced to upgrade workers’ rights - HR Dept

The Government has just announced major proposals to upgrade Worker rights. Read our blog to find out the details https://goo.gl/2UcScQ

The UK government has just released new proposals on workers’ rights. In them, they announce some key employment law changes that you need to be aware of. The ambitious package of workplace reforms, which is reported as the largest upgrade to workers’ rights in more than twenty years, has been p...

12/12/2018

Creating an inclusive culture this Christmas - HR Dept

In our latest blog we look at inclusivity in the workplace this https://goo.gl/dr3tDh

During December it can be easy for some to get caught up in a flurry of festive cheer and carried away with Christmas. Depending on the nature of your business, you could find employees in high spirits or beaming more than usual since December 1st. Or, you could be met with the opposite. Employees w...

05/12/2018

The HR Dept’s guide to hosting a good work party - HR Dept

As excited staff members begin the countdown to the work , have you got your to do list in check? Read our handy blog on how to host a good work party https://goo.gl/F9jJT7

There are times throughout the year that you may wish to reward your hardworking employees by hosting a party or a fun team-building activity. Work events such as the annual Christmas or summer party can be a great way to boost morale. They bring everyone together in a relaxed and social environment...