Attività di CPD: Investire per risparmiare – Fare il caso aziendale per l’OH
Queste attività di CPD sono state sviluppate dalla professoressa Anne Harriss per accompagnare l’articolo di Elaine Kerr Invest to Save – Making the Business Case for Spending on OH. Queste attività di CPD dovrebbero aiutare i professionisti dell’assistenza sanitaria sul lavoro a capire meglio come comunicare il valore dell’OH con i datori di lavoro, in […]
Contact centres are being reshaped by DE&I, technology and other factors
Contact centres are the foundation of customer service. Agents, managers and operations teams work together to resolve customer issues, process orders and provide support. They thrive off diversity and a strong community spirit. Cirrus recently released a report in honor of Diversity and Inclusion week, which outlines how DE&I is transforming contact center operations. By […]
The rise of the ‘hushed hybrid’ movement
The rise of the ‘hushed hybrid’ movement As companies increasingly push for strict return-to-office (RTO) policies, a quiet shift is taking place in some workplaces – where managers are discreetly allowing employees to work remotely, even when it goes against clear corporate instructions. This growing trend, known as the ‘hushed hybrid’ movement, reflects a subtle, […]
Want to improve your mental health at work? Stop rolling out the yoga mats.
Most businesses don’t do enough to improve employee mental health. Jeffrey Pfeffer is the author of Dying For a Paycheck and Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Stanford. He says that there are a few key factors to workplace stress. Work-Life Balance Conflicts Lack of autonomy, control People issues and internal politics Excessive workloads Lack of […]
5 Tips for Successful Negotiation at Work
We’ve all faced moments in our careers when we feel ready for a pay rise or a promotion, but bringing this up with our employers can be stressful and uncomfortable. Often we can end up putting it off entirely, and don’t receive recognition for our true worth. Learning how to advocate for ourselves effectively can […]
What can leaders learn about Amazon’s return to office policy?
One of Amazon’s top executives suggested that those who do not wish to work in the office five days per week can quit. This remark adds to the ongoing debate surrounding return-to-office mandates, with Amazon being one of the biggest players enforcing this policy from January 2025 onwards. So, what can leaders take away from […]
Pre-employment screening: a complex process in today’s workplace
In today’s fast paced hiring environment it is important to ensure that the recruitment process does not get lost in translation, especially when it comes pre-employment screening. Over the years I have seen that background checks are often pushed to the back of the recruitment process. They usually happen after an offer is made. They’re […]
Half of UK employees do not talk to employers about their financial wellbeing
New research from Aviva’s 2024 Working Lives Report found that many employees are reluctant to openly discuss their financial concerns at work. According to the report, 50 percent of employees surveyed have not spoken to their employer or manager about their financial wellbeing. This results in a disconnect where nearly three-quarters of employees (73%) report […]
Safety First! Safety First!
The Power of Knowing Safety is the most important factor in any workplace. Safety is paramount in any workplace, from construction sites to delivery routes. It goes beyond wearing protective gear. Technology that monitors employees’ well-being at every stage of their journey will ensure their safety. GPS tracking was once only used for tracking vehicles, […]
Manchester engineering firm fined PS500,000 after apprentice loses fingers
An engineering firm in Manchester, Proline Engineering Limited has been fined PS500,000 after an accident at work where a 18-year old apprentice lost two fingers when operating a horizontal saw. The incident took place on 7 November 2022, at Worsley’s company site. At the time, the apprentice had just completed a month of his work […]