Author name: Suzanne Powell

Introduction: Pay and Employee Retention   Businesses must strike a balance, ensuring that employee compensation is competitive enough to retain talent without overpaying in a manner that negatively affects their profits. There are a myriad of factors, ranging from work environment and job satisfaction to career growth opportunities and flexble working, which collectively contribute to […]

Introduction   You are feeling undervalued but you know you’re doing a great job. You assume your manager has noticed and that you will get that pay rise/promotion/recognition or even a thank you. But they aren’t noticing and the pay rise/promotion/recognition or thank you isn’t forthcoming. You don’t want to lose heart but it’s just

Introduction   The trend in remote working has gained immense popularity in recent years, accelerated by advancements in digital communication tools, the pursuit of work-life balance, and the global response to events such as the COVID-19 pandemic. However more and more I’m talking to people who are being called back into the office, much to

Introduction: Unlocking the Power of Recognition in the Workplace   Reward and recognition are paramount for fostering a positive and engaging culture in terms of employee satisfaction and organisational success. However, the absence of a robust reward and recognition scheme can expose businesses to a myriad of risks. The failure to acknowledge and celebrate employee

Introduction   According to a study by Kronos, “burnout” was the reason given by 20-50% of employees who quit. In the same survey, nearly 10% of HR leaders blamed employee burnout for causing more than 50% of workforce turnover each year. So, as you can see burnout is a significant problem. This article provides a

Introduction to Better Meetings   How many meetings do you organise or attend a week? Chances are, you don’t often question their relevance or contemplate their impact on your business expenses.   UK Meetings   Surprisingly, a report published by the online scheduling platform Doodle last year shed some light on the staggering cost of