Posts Tagged ‘company culture’
Workplace Bullying or Coercive Control? Why Employers Need to Pay Attention
Bullying in the workplace is often dismissed as a personality clash, a management style issue, or simply “how things get done.” But what if some of the behaviours we label as bullying are actually closer to coercive control? For employers, this distinction matters not just ethically, but legally, culturally, and commercially. It’s also important to…
Read MoreCulture When No One’s Watching
culture isn’t your values framed on the office wall. It isn’t the free biscuits in the kitchen or the team barbecue in July. Culture is what happens when people have choices, when leaders have pressure, and when nobody thinks they’re being watched.
Read MoreHelping Employers Manage World Cup Fever
Helping employers manage World Cup Fever, a guide for managers, business owners and HR. We’ve written this as a way to derisk the world cup, whilst still allowing people to enjoy it. We want to support business continuity, seeing this as an opportunity for employee engagement, and to stay within the law. Why the World…
Read MoreBullying at Work and the after effects
Workplace bullying goes far beyond “personality clashes” or occasional tension at work. It damages wellbeing, performance, and, in many cases, a person’s life outside work for years to come. What workplace bullying looks like We consider bullying at work as unreasonable behaviour directed at an employee that creates a risk to health and safety. It…
Read MoreCreating a ‘Stressless’ Workplace: Why It Starts with Humanity
April is Stress Awareness Month and if you’re running a business, this is one awareness campaign you can’t afford to overlook. While stress might feel inevitable in the modern workplace, it’s not, it’s entirely preventable.
Read MoreWhat is the new Fair Work Agency (FWA)?
A New Era for Employment Rights: The Fair Work Agency (FWA) Arrives The UK’s workplace rights watchdog has just had a major overhaul. A brand new enforcement body, the Fair Work Agency (FWA) is now live as of 7 April 2026, and it’s set to change how employers are held accountable for pay, conditions, and…
Read MoreThe ROI of Employee Wellbeing: Why Caring for Your Team Makes Good Business Sense
Investing in employee wellbeing isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s a smart business strategy.
Read MoreWhat Constitutes a Good Workplace?
A good workplace is more than just a place to earn a wage; it’s where people feel valued, supported, and part of a bigger mission. In our opinion, the best workplaces tend to focus on several key elements: positive culture, employee well-being, fairness, inclusivity, and growth opportunities. Let’s break these down: 1. Company Culture Culture…
Read More5 Remote Work Tools to Support Company Culture
Can you maintain company culture in a company without a physical office? Certain tools can make it easier. Let’s take a look
Read MoreTaking the Fear out of HR
For those of you who know us and have visited our website you’ll know we pride ourselves on being straight talking and pragmatic in our approach. We know that small businesses, owners and managers can be fearful of Human Resource or people issues. We are proactive about taking the fear out of HR. Often it…
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