As you will no doubt be aware, we recently saw the introduction of changes to benefits in kind provided through a salary sacrifice scheme. The changes, introduced into law as part of the Finance Bill 2017, came into force on April 6th and carry with them some big implications for employers across the UK. So what
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Why a sense of purpose is more valuable than money when it comes to motivation
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Many business leaders will agree with the song lyrics ‘money makes the world go around’. After all, in most businesses, revenue is the final measure of success or failure, and also the key incentive used to hire and reward talent. Because at the end of the day money ‘talks’, it’s what motivates people to aspire
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Wellbeing training in workplace works, new research reveals
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An international review of evidence on workplace learning shows workplace training specifically designed to improve wellbeing is effective. The study, from the What Works Centre for Wellbeing, reveals that regardless of what kind of training is used, the majority of techniques had a positive impact: from mindfulness to problem solving, life skills to happiness. The
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The gig economy and the future of self employment
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The term ‘gig economy’ has featured in numerous news reports and headlines recently, not to mention analysis of the Spring Budget. However, debate and uncertainty surrounding the definition of self-employment remains prominent. Some associate self-employment as being employed in everything but name, and therefore not benefiting from key employment benefits traditionally enjoyed by employees, including
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The Apprenticeship Levy: The opportunity for UK businesses
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Few businesses would turn down the chance to hire or upskill employees at a fraction of the current cost. In fact, this opportunity is available from as early as this month thanks to new legislation. From April 6th 2017 the funding of apprenticeships will be revolutionised as government introduces the Apprenticeship Levy. Government is set
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Will the self-employed U-turn encourage future pension savings?
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One of the most controversial announcements in the March 2017 budget by Phillip Hammond was that the self-employed would be hit by a 2 per cent rise (from 9 per cent to 11 per cent) in national insurance contributions (NICs) equating to a £1,000 rise in the tax bill for over 2.5 million workers. Just a week after
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One bad night’s sleep can lead to bad behaviour at work, new research reveals
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Just one bad night of sleep makes it more likely that employees who already displayed unwanted behaviour one day at work will display a similar type of behaviour the following day, according to a study at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (RSM). Once an employee engages in unwanted behaviour in the workplace, such as
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How small businesses can retain talent and boost employee performance
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You might not have the manpower of a larger business, but there’s plenty to be said for a small and tight-knit team. From employee perks to productivity hacks, here are four ways to take advantage of your small-business status and keep your team happy, loyal and engaged. Increase performance by offering choice Night owls, meticulous
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Talent hunting 101: How to hire culturally without missing out on technical ability
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Businesses of all shapes and sizes are dependent on their workforce. Simply put, the culturally stronger your team, the brighter your future will be. Steve Thompson, managing director of digital marketing recruitment specialists Forward Role Recruitment, understands how important it is to not only recruit the very best talent out there, but also the importance
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How can businesses help their employees’ mental health
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With a new report highlighting the prevalence of stress in the workplace, outsourced call centre provider CALLCARE is aiming to help businesses across the UK tackle the main causes and improve their employees’ mental health. A report conducted by the Health and Safety Executive reveals that there were 488,000 cases of work-related anxiety and depression
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