Culture helps startups keep friends close
An engaging culture can make all the difference when trying to motivate and retain staff. But does it become harder to maintain a close-knit culture as an enterprise grows?
Flexible working shouldn’t be feared by SMEs, says CIPD
With the government rolling out flexible working, businesses ignore the benefits at their peril, warns CIPD
Salary isn't everything for employees, says Barclays
Barclays report urges employers to discuss personal finance with employees as 20% admit financial concerns 'interfere with work'
Employers recognise benefits of flexible working
Research finds that having a choice of workplace location and hours can make all the difference for employees
Flexible working presents great opportunities for startups
Now that almost every employee in the UK has a right to request flexible working hours, should startups be fearing the worst? The answer, it seems, is absolutely not
Healthy employees mean healthier profits
A free gym membership may tick the employee benefits box but companies must go beyond CSR guidelines if they are to move the needle on employee health and wellbeing
SMEs can save money and improve performance through volunteering
Volunteering is a cost-effective way for businesses to upskill and retain staff according to new report by think tank Demos
Weighing it all up
A pay rise request from an employee is part and parcel of every employer’s life. But failing to deal with the situation effectively can prove costly
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