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Top tips to for a Happy office Christmas Party
Christmas is a time for some fun and letting the hair down! However, people can get over excited and some may act out of character so, all too often managers find themselves with problems on their hands, particularly the fall-out from the office party.
Staff recognition is more important than ever
“UK plc is in steep economic decline” say all the headlines and so it’s not surprising that the impact on employees is also gloomy. The threat of job cuts, reduced bonuses and pay freezes distracts staff and hits employers where it hurts – productivity.
Getting the job – giving the best interview answers
Before attending an interview you should think about your responses to the following questions. Your answers may depend on the job or company in question, so you should go through your responses just before each interview.
How to survive the office Christmas party
Anyone who's clocked up a few years in the workplace is guaranteed to have an embarrassing office Christmas party anecdote up their sleeve, whether it's a 'moment under the mistletoe' with a colleague, or a case of being too forthcoming with their true opinions about the boss.
How to manage your time effectively
We have all heard the phrase 'I don't have time' fired angrily across the office but in essence, this is all too frequent. Many of us feel overwhelmed by the demands placed upon us, but still spend time chatting in long meetings knowing full well that we'll be staying late to deal with the inevitable backlogs.
Planning for your pension
Once you have got over the hump of establishing employment, wouldn’t it make a great deal of sense to sort out your personal finances?
Top tips for accommodating Sharia law at work
Sharia, the religious law of Islam, has a huge influence on Muslims in the workplace as it regulates all aspects of their public and private lives. Since Sharia laws play such an important role, an employer who is not willing to accommodate them could face religious discrimination claims under English law.
A Guide to a Flexible Working Policy
Flexible working, albeit a recent trend, has become a viable option for employers to offer their workers and is a trend that is on the rise. A flexible working policy can be a minefield for employers but is something that should be considered in the modern workplace as it has proven success in building productivity within organisations whilst offering employees the opportunity to fulfil obligations outside of work.
What desks can reveal about your people?
Look at the desks around your office. Are they overflowing with potted plants? Framed pictures? Novelty desk mascots? Alternatively, have they opted for a minimalist workspace free of clutter? Desks can reveal a lot about the people who sit at them!
Internet acceptable use policy
With virtually every ‘white collar’ employee having ready access to email and web, the potential for Internet abuse is high. On the other hand, the Internet can be, and many say should be, a rich resource than a cost to the company. It’s just a matter of having the right attitude towards its use and putting in place clear and fair policies.
New job? Get off to a flying start
Landing a job is one thing but making a success of it is another. Once the initial euphoria has worn off, the real work starts and the impact you make in the first days and weeks in a new job can have a lasting impression with your new boss and your colleagues.
Making the right appearance
First impressions count and one of the most important times when this is critical is the job interview.
Know your Netiquette: email blunders to make you cringe
Sending an email in error can be a minor embarrassment – or it can cost you your job. Yet, with some two-million emails sent globally every second it’s no wonder that most of us have, at some time, forgotten our netiquette and committed an email faux pas which has ended up causing offence, embarrassment, annoyance or even got us the sack.
What does your desk say about you?
Are you a fan of potted plants, personal framed pictures and novelty desk mascots or do you prefer your desk to remain free of personal clutter?
Dealing with stress
It is impossible to completely eradicate work related pressures so it is important to learn how to 'manage' them.
Preparing your CV
The value of a well presented CV can not be overstated. Your CV must be prepared honestly and accurately, but it must also communicate effectively with the recipient.
Mobile Phone Usage
The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) (Amendment)(No 4) Regulations 2003 have been in force since 1 December 2003, banning drivers from using mobile phones while on the road.
Holiday Pay Update
Every worker – whether part-time or full – is entitled 24 days if a five day week is worked or pro-rata for those working part-time. This will increase to 28 days (for a five day week) from 1 April 2009.
How to survive psychometric tests
The use of psychometric testing as part of the job interview process has increased in the last few years. The tests used assess the character, strengths and weaknesses of a candidate to ensure they will fit into the job they have applied for.
Take care in the minefield of age discrimination
Age discrimination at work has been hitting the headlines recently, and is something that all employers should be clued up on. Here are eight tips for guarding against the risk of age discrimination claims.
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