The DPPC Framework of Diversity Audits Michelle  15 November 2021 The ramifications of the pandemic, coupled with the murder of George Floyd in May 2020 have thrust diversity and inclusion into the spotlight for ALL companies! Some organisations have stepped up, yet theres still more work to do. If you are a business or work […]
10 Thought-provoking Questions to ask at an Interview Michelle  15 November 2021 6 PIECES OF OUTDATED JOB ADVICE STRAIGHT FROM THE HR DESK  1. OUTDATED: Your CV should be only one page long. INSTEAD: Focus on customizing your CV/resume (and cover letter) with keywords from the job posting to help explain why you’re the […]
10 Thought-provoking Questions to ask at an Interview Michelle  15 November 2021 10 Thought-provoking Questions to ask at an Interview  1. Why is this position available? Why to ask it: The answer from this question can tell you a few helpful things: whether this is a new position (which comes with its own challenges), […]
10 Things you can look for online about your prospect Surf around their website and blog, to see what initiatives they are focused on and what they are trying to achieve. How can you help them achieve these goals faster, easier, and/or more economically? Sign up for their email marketing campaigns. What initiatives are they […]
October HR – Ask Me Anything Michelle  01 October 2021 Q&A – legal protections for whistleblowers  Q: What legal protections do whistleblowers have? A: Assuming their disclosure constitutes a protected disclosure, whistleblowers have the right not to be subjected to any detriment on the ground that they’ve made a protected disclosure, even if it turns out […]
Maternity Returners That Wish To Work Part-time. Michelle  29 September 2021 It’s common for employees on maternity leave to informally request a return to work on a part-time basis. If they do so, this information will help you to arrange a meeting to discuss their request in the most effective way Flexible working procedure Employees […]
Top Ten Mistakes People Make When Networking Virtually Michelle  28 September 2021 They endlessly spam-bomb the chat with their contact information and no context. They very rarely make meaningful contributions to the discussions, either in chat or over audio, instead opting to deliver yet again a boring, canned elevator speech. They spend all of their […]
How To Adapt Existing Policies For The ‘New Normal’ Michelle  27 September 2021 In this exclusive Q&A, HR Consultant, Michelle Raymond shares her thoughts on what employers need to consider when grappling how to adapt existing policies and procedures to the new way of working. 1.What are three key issues that need to be considered […]
A Few Tips When Being Interviewed On A Podcast 1. When you’re being asked to be a part of a podcast or radio station, as an interviewee, always check the timing. How long have you got? It could be a half an hour interview, it could be a 45 minute interview. This is really important […]
Digital On-boarding in a Remote World Streamlining your onboarding process to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible is guaranteed to leave a better taste in your new employees’ mouths. Throw in some gifts like a t-shirt with your company logo, or an inspirational book in their welcome kit, and you’re onto a winner, […]
Top Ten Mistakes People Make When Networking Virtually They endlessly spam-bomb the chat with their contact information and no context. They very rarely make meaningful contributions to the discussions, either in chat or over audio, instead opting to deliver yet again a boring, canned elevator speech. They spend all of their time talking about themselves […]
RECORDING VIDEO MEETINGS: IS THIS A GOOD OR BD IDEA? Recently I was told that I didn’t need a note taker present as I would be obliged to record the mediation meeting which I was facilitating. Great… I thought. I can just send the video recording after we’re done and ‘Bob’s Your Uncle’ ….but is […]