Employing People

Practical advice on recruiting, managing and retaining employees for your small business. Articles cover employment law, contracts, pensions, training, motivation and handling workplace disputes effectively.

How Employee Engagement Can Boost Profits

Engaged employees work harder and generate better results, here's what the data shows about the profit impact.

How to Fire an Employee

Follow the right steps when firing an employee to avoid legal troubles and unfair dismissal claims.

How to Motivate Your Staff

Give your team real reasons to care about their work with incentive schemes, bonuses, and recognition programs that actually boost performance.

Pension Schemes for Your Employees

Help your employees plan for retirement with a pension scheme that boosts their benefits package and gives you tax advantages.

Recruiting the Right People

Understand employment law basics like discrimination, health and safety, and pay before hiring your first employees.

Skills and Training for Your Staff

Help your staff grow with the right training program to boost engagement, retention and competitive edge.

Solving Employee Disputes

Handle employee disputes quickly to protect your business performance and prevent long-term damage to your company.

Terms and Conditions for Employees

Set out clear employment terms in writing to protect both you and your employees and avoid disputes down the line.

Using Consultants in Your Business

Hiring a consultant can give your business specialised skills without the cost of full-time staff, here's how to find and manage the right fit.