People Smart HR

03/01/2024

Are you looking to make changes to your HR habits this year?
For the month of January, we are inviting employers, business owners, or managers to take our FREE HR Health Survey to check current practices.
Once completed, you’ll receive a personalised report with accompanying recommendations directly from us, tailored to meet the needs of your business.
Simply click on the link and get cracking!
http://tinyurl.com/33vec446

18/12/2023

🎄As sisters running our new business together, the work Christmas party was a slightly different vibe this year; we didn’t have hundreds of colleagues to celebrate with, but at least the party arrangements were an absolute breeze… cocktails for two, easily pleased 🍸
And we didn’t have to worry about any reports of inappropriate behaviour this morning 👀

Merry Christmas to you all, and thank you for the continued support ❤️

08/12/2023

😲 A shocking statistic, I know.
Here are some quick, impactful ways employers can improve engagement levels:

🔥 Open Communication; create a safe environment where everyone's voice is valued, and talk, talk, TALK to your people

🔥 Recognition; celebrate success, shout about great work, and regularly remind employees of the vital role they play

🔥 Team Building; make it routine practice to bond your teams, keep things fun and authentic

🔥 Invest in personal development; encourage career progression and upskilling through workshops, courses, mentoring and coaching

🔥 Flexibility and Trust; embrace flexible schedules, listen to the needs of your people and trust them to make positive decisions that will inevitably lead to improved performance and commitment

🔥 Compensation; research and benchmark competitor salaries and benefits and reward your employees fairly. We all know that money talks!

07/12/2023

We have the BEST clients! 🥰
I can’t imagine there are many clients that give their HR consultants this many Christmas gifts! Huge thank you to the wonderful team at Thames Valley Vulcanising Services 🎄

10/11/2023

⚠️ Business Owners, don’t be caught off guard ⚠️

Some outsourced HR consultancy firms will not automatically update your template employment contracts or company policies- even when there’s a huge change in legislation.

We’ve met with new clients over recent week who haven’t had their policies updated in 10 years 😮 just imagine how many changes needed to be made in order to stay compliant.

📜 This is not the client’s fault- they have been relying on their PAID consultant to manage policies, keep them informed, and support them with employee communication. This wasn’t happening, and sadly, we’re recognising this is a common problem for small business owners.

👀 This all adds significant pressure on employers to stay vigilant and knowledgeable in a field entirely outside of their comfort zone. This is NOT how consultancy should work.

💚The good news is, there are plenty of fabulous HR consultants out there who take pride in their work, build genuine relationships with their clients, and work proactively to offer the best possible service.

💷 You deserve more than the prehistoric offering of paying a whopping monthly fee simply for ‘back-up’ or for when an employee emergency arises. If you don’t contact them with a direct question, you’ll probably never hear from them again!
🤝 Nowadays, good HR consultants act as your strategic partners, helping you navigate the complexities of the employee lifecycle so that you can focus on building your business. A good HR consultant will be in touch with you regularly.

👏 Every penny counts when you run a small business so if your HR consultant isn’t adding value, you should find yourself a new one 😎

20/10/2023

📊 Small UK Businesses: Unlock Your Potential with Outsourced HR Support! 🌟

Running a small business is no small feat. It’s a constant juggling act of countless responsibilities and multi-tasking within several roles you’ve never had any prior experience in.
Here’s how outsourcing your HR requirements to People Smart HR can help:

1️⃣ Focus on Growth: By outsourcing to us, you free up valuable time to focus on what you do best – growing your business and serving your customers.

2️⃣ Compliance Confidence: As your friendly HR experts, we keep you compliant with ever-changing employment laws, minimizing risks and legal issues.

3️⃣ Cost-Efficiency: It’s often more cost-effective to outsource HR than hiring a full-time HR team. You get expertise without a big overhead.

4️⃣ Talent Management: From recruiting to training and development, outsourced HR helps you find and retain top talent.

5️⃣ Employee Well-Being: HR support enhances employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention, fostering a positive workplace culture.

6️⃣ Scalability: As your business grows, People Smart HR adapts to meet your needs without the hassle of recruitment and training.

7️⃣ Confidential Advice: Enjoy the benefit of having a trusted HR partner to discuss sensitive matters and talk through plans and ideas.

Small businesses, don’t let HR challenges hold you back. Outsourced HR support can be your strategic ally for success! 💼🚀 🇬🇧

11/10/2023

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The menopause can have a significant impact on the daily lives of employees, and it is essential for employers to prioritise it in the workplace. Here are some ways HR can help with menopause in the workplace:

👭 Promote mental health awareness: Encourage open communication about menopause and provide resources that can help employees manage their symptoms. You can also consider offering training sessions to help
employees recognize signs of poor mental health and provide support .

🤝 Create a supportive work environment: Foster a positive work culture that prioritises employee well-being. This can include offering flexible work arrangements, providing healthy snacks, and encouraging physical activity.

📞 Offer employee assistance programs (EAPs): EAPs provide confidential counselling services and other resources that can help employees manage their symptoms.

👍 Reduce stigma: Encourage open communication about menopause and reduce the stigma associated with seeking help. This can include inviting guest speakers to talk about their journey with menopause and encouraging senior leaders to speak out about their own experiences.

🎓 Provide training for managers: Managers play a critical role in supporting employee well-being. Providing training on how to recognise signs of poor mental health, how to have difficult conversations, and how to provide support can help managers better support their teams.

💡 Review workplace policies: Review existing policies and practices to ensure they are inclusive and considerate of employees experiencing menopause symptoms.

By implementing these strategies, HR can create a supportive work environment that prioritises employee well-being. If you feel that you would benefit from guidance on please get in touch, People Smart HR would love to help!

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06/10/2023

📈 A recent survey by XpertHR indicated that 30% of businesses have seen an increase in employee grievances over the last 2 years. The top 3 reasons for employee grievances are:
👎 Bullying or harassment
👎 Relationships with managers
👎 Relationships with colleagues

⚡️ Have you considered the potential risk to your business if complaints aren’t handled correctly?
Let the experts at People Smart HR support you- we’re a proactive service that help implement practices and policies to AVOID grievances in the first place 👍

Employee grievances are formal complaints or concerns raised by employees about something that they believe is unfair, unjust, or discriminatory in the workplace. Employee grievances can be related to various issues, suc...

29/09/2023

❤️ We love this perfectly explained short video created as part of the campaign.
The likelihood is, menopause will affect every person in your organisation at some stage, whether directly or indirectly, and we all need to take responsibility for our own education and understanding of this topic.
💪 So, what is your business doing to support menopause at work?
If you’d like some guidance around how to start discussions about menopause, we can help.

How we talk about menopause has to change. We created Cycle of Change: Understanding Menopause, a short film to empower women and share real-life experiences...

26/09/2023

🤒 According to a recent CIPD report, sick days at work hit a record high this year, with employees taking an average of 7.8 days off- that’s 2 full days higher than pre-Covid. 📈

💻 This is despite more people working from home with supposedly more flexibility available to them.

🧠 With mental ill health, stress, and workplace pressures seemingly the biggest absence triggers, have you considered what processes you have in place to support presenteeism and promote good health in your organisation?

📉 Chat to us at People Smart HR for absence management support for your small business- robust policies, empathy, trust, and good communication are essential, and we can help ✅

Workers are taking more days off due to stress, Covid and the cost-of living crisis, research suggests.

20/09/2023

💡An insightful blog by the experts at Breathe; talk of the gender pay gap and pay inequality is still high on the HR agenda, but how do you protect your business against falling foul of current legislation?
Even small organisations should be reviewing their practices and monitoring equity, laying the foundations for a business that operates with high integrity and morality. It’s never too early to put these policies in place.
If this has never crossed your mind, or if you’re searching for some guidance, chat to us at People Smart HR to see how we can help mitigate the pay inequality risk.

What is the gender pay gap? And how can small businesses address gender inequality in the workplace? We cover this topic & more in our blog.

18/09/2023

Every penny counts when you run a small business, so is outsourced HR support really worth the money?
If any of the following apply to you, it could be worth considering:

🤯You’re spending more time worrying about people problems than you are on your products and services
🤯You’re not really sure of compliance or employment law, and often feel like you’re ‘winging it’
🤯You have limited people processes and policies in place, and the ones you do have, aren’t being followed
🤯There’s disruption to your business because of low morale, poor engagement levels, under-performance or high absenteeism

If you can relate to any of these, it may be time to give us a call to see how we can help 💪

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