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7 best employee handbook examples and what we love about them.
Abbi Melville • 

7 best employee handbook examples and what we love about them.

Your employee handbook doesn’t need to be stuffed with formal, long-winded policies. It can have personality! Here are seven great examples to inspire you.

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On-boarding: expectations versus reality
John Crowley • 

On-boarding: expectations versus reality

New hires leaving in the first 45 days? Good on-boarding requires a buddy system, an engaged line manager, and a structured time-phased job training programme.

What Is a transparent pay policy, and should you make the shift?
Petru Tinca • 

What Is a transparent pay policy, and should you make the shift?

Having a transparent pay policy has its benefits, and doesn’t have to mean publishing the salaries of all people you hire – we explore further in this article.

How to increase user uptake of your new HR software
Abbi Melville • 

How to increase user uptake of your new HR software

Getting your people to use your new HR software is a challenge. But don’t worry – these five helpful tips will help you increase uptake of your new HR system.

5 types of remote working models explained and evaluated
Abbi Melville • 

5 types of remote working models explained and evaluated 

Explore 5 remote working models, ranging from fully remote to office-based, that help organiations find their ideal balance in a post-pandemic world.

Can pubs and restaurants really offer flexible working?
Bharat Jain • 

Can pubs and restaurants really offer flexible working?

Discover how the hospitality industry is adapting to the demand for flexible working – including examples from Youngs, Rick Stein and McDonald’s.

Is it OK for an employee to have two jobs?
Bharat Jain • 

Is it OK for an employee to have two jobs?

1 in 10 UK employees are considering a second job in 2023 to make ends meet. It’s not illegal, but it can lead to burnout. Just how supportive should HR be?

Are unlimited leave policies viable?
Abbi Melville • 

Are unlimited leave policies viable? 

Unlimited holiday leave. Dangerous or appealing? Many companies have tried it, and had a lot of success – but your policy probably needs some careful caveats.

backward compatibility when choosing HR apps for your business
John Crowley • 

Why you should factor backward compatibility when choosing HR apps for your business.

Backward compatibility is a crucial but often overlooked factor of HR apps. Can you be sure your HR software will work properly for employees with older phones?

4 steps to building a business case for new HR software.
Abbi Melville • 

4 steps to building a business case for new HR software

Know HR software will be good for your business, but struggling to get your colleagues on-board? Here’s how to build a strong business case for a new HR system.