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How to tell if an employee is skiving rather than thriving

By Employee Wellbeing

As a manager or HR representative, you might think it is obvious which employee is skiving and which is thriving, simply by looking at their performance reviews and results, but this is not the case. The best skivers know how to look busy, do just enough work and take as little responsibility as possible in ways so that they always appear to be a thriving employee. Though this might seem fine as they are getting the work done, it is not conducive to running a successful business, what you need to make your company work are thriving employees who are…

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How to help an employee suffering from a bereavement

By Employee Management, Employee Wellbeing

Suffering from bereavement is a difficult time in anyone’s life, especially if the person you have lost is a close friend or relative and someone you love dearly. Dealing with grief can impact upon someone physically, emotionally and even psychologically, leaving long-lasting scars that might impact upon the individual and their ability to do their job. Though dealing with bereavement in the workplace can be difficult to manage, it is important that you do manage it and that you provide your employee with the level of support they need to get through this difficult time. This doesn’t just mean providing…

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Tips on Improving your employees work-life balance

By Employee Wellbeing

Striking a healthy balance between work-life and home-life is incredibly important and something everyone should strive to achieve. However, with busy schedules, it is not uncommon for employees to find their personal life suffering as they struggle to juggle family, friends and other commitments around work. As a result of this, employees are desiring more control over their work patterns and an overall healthier work-life balance. The importance of a healthy work-life balance For staff members, a healthier work-life balance would allow them the opportunity of spending time with family and friends, giving them the opportunity to engage in hobbies…

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What to do if you suspect an employee has an alcohol problem

By Employee Wellbeing

Unfortunately, there are more people battling with alcohol issues than many of us realise, this can affect us personally and professionally. As a manager, it is a difficult and problematic time when you suspect an employee could have an alcohol problem and you will most likely have a swarm of questions running through your mind. For example, when does the habit of drinking alcohol become a problem, an addiction? How do you address an employee you have concerns about? Should you refer the employee to a third party for help? This post is designed to help you answer any questions…

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