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Hiring and managing staff
Recruiting staff is a massive step in the life of any start-up and for a small business, hiring employees is not only a legal minefield but a massive financial burden. For expert advice on how to hire staff, take a look at our articles on writing a job advert, interviewing and the staff induction process.
Recruiting
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July 15, 2024 | 4 min read
Recruitment process: guide for small business owners
December 18, 2023 | 11 min read
How to recruit in a hiring crisis
December 18, 2023 | 9 min read
Hiring right: the key to a successful workforce
December 18, 2023 | 9 min read
Pensions & Auto Enrolment
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Pensions for business owners – a guide
November 28, 2023 | 5 min read
Small business pensions
November 28, 2023 | 9 min read
How to plan your pension: A guide for small business owners
November 28, 2023 | 4 min read
Setting up a company pension scheme
November 28, 2023 | 2 min read
People management
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What does a culture consultant do? Everything you need to know
July 25, 2024 | 6 min read
How to change your company culture in 2024
July 25, 2024 | 6 min read
7 of the best company culture examples (plus takeaways)
July 25, 2024 | 8 min read
12 motivational quotes to create an excellent company culture
July 25, 2024 | 5 min read
Employment law and regulations
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Workations: everything you need to know in 2024
July 23, 2024 | 6 min read
The ultimate guide to sabbatical leave in 2024
July 23, 2024 | 5 min read
Can an employer dictate when you take holidays? The ultimate guide
July 23, 2024 | 7 min read
Bank holidays and pay: everything you need to know
July 16, 2024 | 5 min read
Payroll
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The gender pay gap: state of UK business in 2024
July 25, 2024 | 6 min read
Rightsizing in business: what it is and how to do it
July 23, 2024 | 5 min read
Female CEOs leading the way in 2024
July 15, 2024 | 6 min read
Business overheads: how to define, calculate and understand them
July 12, 2024 | 5 min read
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