VW workers to strike over job cuts and pay in Germany
Volkswagen workers in Germany will strike to protest plans by the company to cut pay and thousands of jobs. The carmaker announced today that it would close three of its domestic factories for the first ever time. Six plants will host protests, rallies, and demonstrations. These include the main Wolfsburg plant, as well at Kassel, […]
BAE will hire 2,400 new recruits to meet skills investment of PS1bn
BAE Systems will recruit 2,400 new employees in the next year. Its investment in education and skills since 2020 is expected to be PS1 billion. The UK’s biggest defence company plans to hire new apprentices, graduates and undergraduates. This will create 6,500 additional trainees that will represent 15% its total UK workforce. It is expected […]
The Workplace Depot brings Christmas music to your office.
Music can enhance the well-being of employees in the workplace. This festive season we would like to emphasize the benefits of playing festive music at your workplace in order to get your employees in the holiday spirit. It’s a time of joy and celebration but for some, it can be stressful. This could be due […]
New MPs demand shorter working days
The new MPs are demanding a shorter workday and some debates should be conducted online. They also want more family-friendly arrangements. To maximize MP attendance, the group proposes that the Commons sits for six hours instead of the current eight-hour period, from 10am-4pm. The Times reports that the government also wants to end evening work […]
How talent flexibility helps HR leaders create a workforce that is future-ready
The talent landscape has been radically altered by economic uncertainty, demographic changes, and fierce competition to acquire critical skills. Talent management efforts to achieve fluidity of talent – the right people at the right place and time – have been put under pressure. CEOs around the world have made attracting and retaining talent a priority. […]
It’s time to put everyone on a performance improvement plan
Look, I’m sure everyone hates plans for performance improvement. A recent HR Acuity survey found that they are in the ascendancy. Managers see them as busywork — something that they must do to fire someone. The employees feel like being placed on a PIP means they only have 90 days to live. HR is frequently […]
Hybrid vehicles are a great way to save money on used cars
COVID-19 has caused a shift in work habits. Many employees are now working hybridly between home and the office. This shift is having an impact on the used-car market as hybrid workers look for reliable and affordable vehicles to commute in. This article will explore how hybrid work is driving the demand for used cars […]
These personality types are key to managing businesses.
In the average workplace, you will find a mix of personalities. You may have introverts or extroverts as well as those who are task-oriented rather than people-oriented. Online DISC Profile identifies four personality types: dominance (or influence), steadiness (or conscientiousness), and constancy (or consistency). Businesses should familiarize themselves with these types. Adam Stamm, coowner of […]
Twelve Rules for the Company Christmas Party
Twelve Rules for the Company Christmas Party The Christmas party is a great way to celebrate and reward the hard work of the previous year. Alcohol, mixed personalities, and office chat can cause a hangover for employers that can last well beyond the morning. Here are a few rules to follow. Discourage workplace gossip. Work […]
In the last decade, less than 2% dads have benefited from shared parental leave
Less than 2 percent of fathers in the UK have taken advantage of Shared Parental Leave (SPL) since its introduction a decade ago, according to new data from The Dad Shift. SPL, introduced on 2 December 2013, allows mothers to share part of their leave allowance with partners. However, uptake has been minimal. In the […]