Valuing Older Workers With the UK government planning to raise the state pension age to 67 in 2026-28 and to 68 in 2044-46*, more older workers will be remaining in the workforce for longer or returning to work after early retirement. It is time to realise the benefits of employing a diverse workforce [...]
Employee happiness at work - too important to overlook In the fast-paced world of business, it's easy for managers to focus solely on performance metrics, deadlines, and productivity. However, there's a crucial element that often gets overlooked but plays a vital role in the long-term success of any organisation: employee happiness at [...]
Maximising employee retention - strategies for managers In a recent survey by Freeths, they found that 41% of HR managers indicated that employee retention was a top priority in 2024. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, insights can be gained by understanding the key indicators of job dissatisfaction and suggesting strategies to [...]
Gen Z in the workplace - the value and benefits Recent statistics (January to March 2024) show that there has been an increase in the number of young people aged 16 to 24 years old (Gen Z) not in education, employment or training (NEET). The current total is estimated to be 900,000 [...]
The importance of active listening skills Each year on 24th July the Samaritans host ‘The Big Listen’ where they encourage communities to run events to raise awareness for the work that the Samaritans do. The Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (hence the chosen date of 24.07) [...]