The SME employer’s guide to managing an office romance
Office romances are twice as successful as online dating. What’s your company’s stance on this? Here’s how to build a company policy and keep things above board. more»
Work and Wellbeing
With staff representing the most important investment most companies – large or small – make, the health and wellbeing of these employees is paramount. Taking a proactive approach to health and wellbeing not only enables a small business to get the best out of its employees, but also helps with key issues such as recruitment, retention and absenteeism. Our Work and Wellbeing hub brings together expert advice with shared experiences from small business owners who have put their employees front and centre.
How to build strong relationships in the workplace
No matter what you do – from support and project management, to application development and business intelligence – our professional relationships are essential in order for us to be effective and successful at what we do. more»
Learn to reduce stress and increase your profits in 9 steps
Stress kills, and that’s no exaggeration. It results in high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes – and small business owners are among the most stressed people on the planet. more»
Protecting your biggest asset: The business case for duvet days
The US concept of allowing staff to take unscheduled days off for an unspecified reason can help drive productivity, make you more attractive as an employer and foster a working culture of greater honesty and transparency. more»
Where does wellbeing figure in your day? Download your free guide for better health
When launching a new business, it can be all too easy to find yourself consumed by the work/adrenalin cocktail – but what of your health? more»
What’s the secret to good wellbeing? Cost-effective strategies you can use in your business today
What mental and physical wellbeing challenges do micro businesses face? A panel of business owners and a medical expert offer practical strategies for employers and staff. more»
Why happy and healthy employees are vital for a micro business to thrive
In collaboration with AXA PPP healthcare, Business Advice consults three entrepreneurs to find out how micro business owners can foster a culture of positive physical and mental wellbeing from day one. more»
Revealed: The 10 workplace benefits your employees want the most
A pension scheme and free tea are amongst the most popular benefits offered to employees, new survey findings have revealed. more»
Employers are failing to equip their staff with creative and leadership skills
British employers are failing to give staff the creative and leadership skills they need to prepare for the future of work, according to new survey findings. more»
Critical illnesses costing UK employers £15.2bn in lost productivity every year
Research has found that the impact of cancer, MS, strokes and coronary heart disease on workers have a combined impact on productivity of £15.2bn. more»
