You may have heard the term ‘crunch culture’ in the past. Every company has periods that are busier than others and its employees are rushed off their feet. However, there are also occasions when companies are particularly busy and its staff have to briefly put forward a superhuman effort to meet a deadline or get […]
Upon first hearing about it, the idea of unlimited annual leave might seem fantastical; surely such a thing is too good to be true? However, not only is the idea a reality, it’s gaining popularity. For instance, large organisations like Netflix, Dropbox, Virgin, and even the massive General Electric are now offering limitless holidays to […]
Stress is one of the leading causes of sickness absence in the UK, often linked to a mental health condition. In fact, stress, anxiety, and depression were the cause of 51% of work-related illness in 2020. However, while most companies know it’s best to give someone space when they’re off with stress, businesses occasionally find […]
A constructive, positive company culture is essential for a business’ long-term prosperity. The better an organisation’s culture – the happier and more productive their workforce and the higher their rate of staff retention. A healthy work culture shapes the overall environment, values, and norms within an organization, supporting employee well-being and work-life balance. However, businesses […]
When it comes to staff absences, many, if not most, instances aren’t under your control. For a start, employees are entitled to annual leave and you can’t help if staff fall prey to a bug going around, let alone a longer-term illness or accident. Workplace absence is a significant issue for business operations, affecting productivity […]
