The majority of employees hope to receive a gift or seasonal bonus from their manager
Over one-third of workers (53%) expect a bonus for the season, while another third (48%) anticipate a gift from their boss. Workhuman’s research found that despite the financial strains on UK employees during this holiday season, workplace appreciation is still high amongst workers. The latest Human Workplace Index of the company, which surveyed over 1,000 […]
Unique group activities to strengthen relationships
A cohesive, motivated team is vital to the success of an organization. Unique group activities offer a unique opportunity to create deeper connections, boost morale and inspire creativity. These activities go beyond the usual office interaction, and foster a sense unity and shared purpose which has long-term benefits both for employees and employers. Shared experiences […]
The Right Resources can Cut Study Time by Half for CIMA Candidates
Studying for the challenging CIMA exams can be a daunting and laborious undertaking. Many potential CIMA candidates spend a lot of time studying material while drinking numerous cups of coffee. The most unfortunate situation is dedicating all that time to learning and still not feeling any more ready than you were at the start. With […]
Small Steps, Big Gains: Upskill Your Team with Microlearning
The fast pace of modern life and limited time make microlearning a highly effective way to acquire new knowledge. Microlearning is a unique approach to education based on short sessions. As a result, employees gain new skills without spending too much time training. Microlearning is often used in corporate training, giving managers the ability to […]
UK businesses show interest in four-day work week as they brace for challenges
About half (49%) of UK business leaders are open to workplace trends such as the four-day work week, according to research from freelancer platform Fiverr. Half are willing to trial a reduced work week, but 24 percent are sceptical of its viability under new policies. Return-to-office (RTO) arrangements are also on the rise, with 61 […]
According to a new study, UK HR leaders are too busy to keep up with major technological trends and employee demands
Aconso, a provider of cloud-based software for HR, has released findings today that show current workflow issues leave UK HR teams overwhelmed and unable embrace major trends around an increasingly digital workforce. aconso commissioned a study of 250 senior HR leaders in order to assess the current state of HR in UK following its recent […]
UK Employees Call for More Career Development Support
UK employees are dissatisfied with their career advancement and skills. 71 percent feel that their managers do not provide the support they need to advance in their careers. According to research conducted by MHR, a provider of HR, payroll and finance software. MHR conducted a separate study earlier this year that found 70 percent of […]
Navigating the Employment Rights Bill through recruitment tech
Retaining talent has long been a key issue facing HR teams, with more than a third (34%) of UK employees leaving their employer every year on average, according to The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). And, at a time when many businesses can ill afford churn, the UK’s Employment Rights Bill has the […]
Workhuman’s new research shows that financial pressures are weighing on UK workers during the festive season. However, gifting colleagues remains a top priority.
Despite the fact that 63% of UK workers are experiencing increased stress due to holiday season expenses, 42% plan to purchase gifts for their colleagues. This highlights the importance of workplace appreciation Almost 80% of respondents indicated that they would buy gifts using rewards points earned through an employee recognition program, easing their financial burden […]
The gender pay gap in the UK is often underestimated by people.
Research by HR and payroll software provider Ciphr shows that most people significantly underestimate how pervasive the gender pay gap is in most occupations and industries in the UK. Ciphr commissioned a survey of 2,000 UK adults, including 1,188 employees, to find out how closely people’s perceptions of the gender pay gap (if any) matched […]