Harwood HR Solutions

📈 Are your HR strategies evolving to meet today's business challenges? Human Resources is evolving rapidly, with companies adopting new strategies to keep up with changing business environments. Effective HR strategies can significantly impact a company's success by enhancing employee engagement, improving productivity, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Our latest blog looks at seven HR strategies that are driving business success. We explore embracing flexible working arrangements, enhancing employee wellbeing, investing in continuous learning and development, implementing advanced HR technology, fostering diversity and inclusion, boosting employee engagement, and streamlining compliance and risk management. Learn how these strategies can help your organisation thrive in a competitive landscape. Visit our blog post here: https://bit.ly/3WCY3gt #HRStrategies #BusinessTransformation #EmployeeEngagement

❓ How can we close the growing skills gap across the UK? New research by the Learning and Work Institute highlights a widening "skills chasm" between regions in the UK. Areas like London and the south are pulling ahead, while others, such as Greater Lincolnshire and the West Midlands, fall further behind. This divide is expected to grow over the next decade unless both employers and the government act. The upcoming post-16 skills strategy and reforms, including the Growth and Skills Levy, are a step in the right direction, but a more joined-up approach is needed to ensure equal opportunities across all regions. Want to learn more about these regional skill gaps and potential solutions? Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/40cTgTw #SkillsGap #RegionalInequality #Education #HR

🗣️ How effective are your communication strategies as a manager? Good communication is vital for managers to lead their teams effectively, build collaboration, and ensure clarity. Our latest blog explores practical communication strategies that can transform the way managers interact with their teams. From active listening to adapting to different communication styles, this blog covers essential skills that will help you reduce misunderstandings, improve productivity, and handle difficult conversations with confidence. Effective communication training not only enhances leadership skills but also strengthens team engagement and morale. It's an investment that pays off by creating a more cohesive and productive workplace. Ready to enhance your communication skills as a manager? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eYzZUJuc #ManagerDevelopment #CommunicationSkills #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement

🛑 Are you aware of the new government crackdown on visa abuse? As part of an effort to protect workers and prevent exploitation, employers who repeatedly flout visa rules or commit serious employment breaches will soon face a ban on hiring overseas workers. Currently, employers who break the rules can face a maximum sanction of 12 months, but under proposed changes, this period will increase to a minimum of two years. The crackdown aims to put an end to exploitative practices, particularly in sectors like healthcare, where workers have often found themselves in precarious situations. These changes come alongside the Employment Rights Bill and the creation of the Fair Work Agency, aiming to protect workers' rights. To learn more about how these changes may affect your business, read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3DOLIij #VisaCompliance #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceRights

🚨 How prepared is your team for high-pressure situations? Effective crisis management and de-escalation are essential skills for any professional dealing with emergencies. Whether it's managing a sudden workplace incident, handling challenging customer interactions, or ensuring safety during critical situations, knowing how to act decisively and calmly is key. Our "Crisis Management & De-escalation" course, held on 29th January at 5:00 PM, will cover proactive strategies to anticipate and mitigate crises. You'll learn how to stay composed under pressure, master de-escalation techniques, and communicate effectively during emergencies. Through practical scenarios and role-playing exercises, you'll gain the confidence to handle real-world challenges, prioritise safety, and protect your organisation's reputation. Click here to discover our range of packages to suit your business and register for access to this course and many more: https://bit.ly/4hcPQqJ #CrisisManagement #DeEscalation #Leadership #RiskManagement

📈 What does the Government's new plan mean for businesses and workers? The Government's recent Get Britain Working White Paper outlines new proposals to address the UK's economic inactivity and support individuals in finding employment. While the plan has been met with a cautious welcome, it promises changes that could impact both businesses and employees. From reforming Jobcentres to tackling barriers for people returning to work after illness or long-term absence, the White Paper covers various aspects that employers need to know about. Want to find out how these changes could affect your recruitment strategies and the workforce? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DM4yXz #GetBritainWorking #GovernmentPlan #Employment #Workforce

🔍 Struggling to recruit the right talent for your business? At Harwood HR, we specialise in providing tailored recruitment solutions specifically for small and medium-sized businesses. We understand the challenges SMEs face when it comes to hiring the right people at the right time – especially when recruitment can be costly and time-consuming. Our Recruitment-as-a-Service (RaaS) offering allows businesses to outsource their entire recruitment campaign or simply utilise our expertise for specific tasks such as advertising, shortlisting, or screening candidates. Whether you need a full recruitment service or just part of the process, we've got you covered. We also offer additional services like building talent pools, profiling prospective employees, and even crafting a compelling employer brand to attract top talent. Our goal is to save you time, reduce hiring costs, and ensure you find the best fit for your business. If you're looking for expert recruitment support, click here to discover how we can help: https://bit.ly/3FMCelh #RecruitmentSolutions #SME #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #HR

🔮 What's ahead for HR in 2025? As we enter the new year, organisations are grappling with mounting workplace pressures. Shrinking budgets, increasing workplace disruption, and the challenge of supporting teams while making fast, smart decisions mean HR has to adapt quickly. Personnel Today, in association with Culture Amp, is hosting a 60-minute webinar on January 23rd, 2025, at 2:00 PM GMT, exploring how HR leaders can successfully navigate these changes. In this session, you'll discover why performance measurement is moving away from individual achievements, how to address rising tensions between employees and employers, and how emerging leadership styles are reshaping HR. Plus, discover the role of AI in transforming workplace processes and decision-making. Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights into the future of HR from Eleni Teichmann, Senior People Scientist at Culture Amp, and Rob Moss, Personnel Today's editor. Register now to secure your free spot: https://bit.ly/3PqIxzR #HRTrends #HRPredictions #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership

🌟 How strong is your personal brand? Your personal brand is everything you do—it's how others see you and what they remember about you. Defining, developing, and perfecting your professional brand can help you achieve your passions, build meaningful relationships, and grow your confidence. Join us on 22nd January at 5:00 PM for our "Developing Your Personal Brand" online course, where we'll guide you through defining and perfecting your brand. In this session, you'll learn about the history of personal brands, how to define your legacy, and the steps to developing and refining your own brand. We'll also discuss how social media can play a key role in building and amplifying your professional presence. Click here to discover our range of packages to suit your business and register for access to this course and many more: https://bit.ly/4hcPQqJ #PersonalBrand #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth #Confidence

🚨 Are you prepared for the upcoming changes to statutory rates in April 2025? The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced significant updates to key statutory benefits, including Statutory Sick Pay and Family-Related Leave Pay. With changes to eligibility, pay rates, and the lower earnings limit, it's essential for employers to stay ahead and understand how these adjustments will impact your business. Get all the details on what these changes mean for your organisation and how to ensure you're compliant: https://bit.ly/4j8Mkzt #HRCompliance #StatutoryPay #EmploymentLaw #HRUpdates