Handling formal meetings during the coronavirus pandemic

Posted on October 21, 2020October 21, 2020 by Suzie

Breathing Space’s Senior HR Business Partner Mandy Barstow offers some great guidance on how to handle formal meetings during the pandemic. During the coronavirus pandemic, any formal procedure should be carried out in a way that follows public health guidelines around social distancing. Procedures must still be taken forward without unreasonable delay. Employers should try Read more about Handling formal meetings during the coronavirus pandemic[…]

Managing Underperformance in a Virtual World

Posted on October 15, 2020October 15, 2020 by Suzie

Breathing Space’s Senior HR Business Partner Mandy Barstow offers some great guidance on how to manage under performance in the current work climate. The lack of visibility caused by the world being forced suddenly into working remotely has created an undercurrent of concern about underperformance for some businesses. However, others believe that performance and productivity Read more about Managing Underperformance in a Virtual World[…]

Working from home this winter

Posted on October 7, 2020October 7, 2020 by Suzie

In lockdown earlier this year, a large percentage of people had to work from home. This was unprecedented for many and we had to adapt quickly. We became experts at managing chaos and we juggled kids, pets, online fitness videos, Amazon deliveries, Zoom calls, family quizzes and supermarket queues. Though, as lockdown was happening through Read more about Working from home this winter[…]

Work from home if you can!

Posted on September 30, 2020September 30, 2020 by Suzie

Back in March, businesses had to react and adapt quickly to the work from home directive. This time round, it’s important for employers get all their ducks in a row to manage home workers. Paul Kelly at Blacks Solicitors has highlighted key areas for consideration. The contract of employment Contractual terms need to be updated Read more about Work from home if you can![…]

Employee Burnout

Posted on September 9, 2020 by Suzie

In 2019, the World Health Organisation (WHO) recognised ‘burnout’ as a legitimate medical diagnosis. 61 % of workers think wellness policies are important, only a third of companies offer what is required by law to their employees. Mental health & wellbeing has been on the agenda for most employers – even pre-Covid. Many of these Read more about Employee Burnout[…]

Will new working arrangements affect your company culture?

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Suzie

Discussions are happening in boardrooms all over the world about how to firm up the new flexible working arrangements. Should you give employees complete freedom to work how they want to work or define how much time should be spent in the office, but leaving teams to agree which days and for which reasons they Read more about Will new working arrangements affect your company culture?[…]

6 Principles to guide your decision-making process

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Suzie

Businesses are constantly making decisions. Faced with unique circumstances, they might have to make some tough ones. Decision making isn’t easy, and some people avoid making decisions at all costs. Avoidance is a decision in itself and there are times when the outcome from no decision can be worse. Here are six principles to guide Read more about 6 Principles to guide your decision-making process[…]

Hi Ho Hi Ho…It’s back to work we go!

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Suzie

As Boris has announced, it is now suggested that we can return to our workplaces from 1 August 2020. Working for home is no longer the primary work location. This will be a relief for many employers who have concerns over staff productivity while working from home, as just 11% of UK bosses said that Read more about Hi Ho Hi Ho…It’s back to work we go![…]

Working from home or remote working? What’s the Difference?

Posted on July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 by Suzie

🏡 Do you know the difference between working from home, remote working and lone working ? 📑 More importantly, will you need to change your employee contracts to reflect your new way of working? 🌈 As lockdown eases and businesses plan their return to work strategies, many companies are considering flexible working opportunities for employees. Read more about Working from home or remote working? What’s the Difference?[…]

Here’s our 7 Top Tips for anyone starting a new role in lockdown.

Posted on July 1, 2020July 1, 2020 by Suzie

Our fabulous new HR Business Partner Kate Kerr, started at Breathing Space HR just before lockdown occurred, so she briefly had the opportunity to get to know the office and her colleagues. The client relationship building aspect of her role has as all be done via Zoom and phone and Kate has done a fantastic Read more about Here’s our 7 Top Tips for anyone starting a new role in lockdown.[…]