Recruitment Best Practices for Small Businesses If there’s one thing that keeps small business owners up at night, it’s recruitment. You’re growing fast, you know you need great people, and yet the hiring process can feel like a minefield – too many CVs, too little time and too many “nearly right” candidates. The cost of hiring the wrong person isn’t… Read More »Recruit Better, Faster and Smarter
What you need to know, prepare for and act on now For many small business owners, HR has always been about balancing compliance with common sense. But as we move into 2026, that balance is becoming more complex. Employment law is shifting, employee expectations are rising, and the upcoming Employment Rights Bill signals one of the most significant periods of… Read More »HR in 2026: The Business Owner’s Roadmap
Balancing innovation and people-first leadership to manage risk, boost productivity, and future-proof your workforce Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s here, and it’s changing the way we work. From recruitment and HR processes to customer service and business decision-making, AI is already embedded in daily operations for many UK organisations. For business owners, the rise… Read More »AI in the Workplace: How Business Owners Can Harness Technology Without Losing Trust
How the 4-Day Week is Reshaping Work in the UK and What Your Business Needs to Do Next The 4-day work week is no longer a fringe idea – it’s moving into the mainstream of UK working life. Following the success of high-profile national trials, more companies are asking: “Can we make this work – and should we?” If you’re… Read More »The 4-Day Work Week: Productivity Boost or HR Burden?
Supporting your team while protecting your business Let’s face it – having a conversation with an underperforming employee isn’t on anyone’s list of favourite things to do. But in the fast-paced world of business, underperformance can have a serious ripple effect. It can damage productivity, harm team morale and even impact your bottom line. That’s why it’s essential to handle… Read More »Handling Poor Performance: A Guide for Business Owners
Navigating Redundancy with Empathy, Strategy and Legal Compliance Redundancy is one of the most difficult decisions an employer can face, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), where team members often feel like family. While it’s sometimes an unavoidable part of running a business, how you handle the redundancy process can make a significant difference – not only to the… Read More »Managing the Redundancy Process Correctly: A Practical Guide for SMEs
Boost Productivity, Improve Wellbeing and Stay Competitive – Is the Four-Day Workweek the Future for Small UK Businesses? In recent years, the concept of a four-day workweek has gained significant traction worldwide, with numerous companies exploring its potential benefits. As of January 2025, over 200 UK companies have permanently adopted a four-day working week, collectively employing more than 5,000 individuals.… Read More »The Four-Day Work Week: Is It Right for Your Business in 2025?
