Minimum wage rate changes 2022 Michelle 26 January 2022 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 for […]
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10 Thought-provoking Questions to ask at an Interview Michelle 15 November 2021 6 PIECES OF OUTDATED JOB ADVICE STRAIGHT FROM THE HR DESK 1. OUTDATED: Your CV should be only one page long.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), […]
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 […]
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 […]
INCLUSIVE MEETINGS Things to consider: ● In meetings, allow people to participate on their own terms. Staff should not be forced to contribute openly in meetings if this is not their preferred choice at that time. Allow opportunities for them to contribute in other ways. ● Call it out! If you have attended a meeting […]