All Motivation and recognition articles – Page 43
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Supplier article[REGISTER FOR WEBINAR] The 10 most important tips to consider when setting up a new Recognition Programme. Lessons learnt over 20 years of experience.
Join Xexec’s exclusive webinar which we are running, hosted by Xexec’s Director of Global Rewards, Jamie King. Titled “The 10 most important tips to consider when setting up a new Recognition Programme. Lessons learnt over 20 years of experience” - this webinar is aimed at organisations setting ...
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Supplier articleCan Working from Home Increase Workplace Inclusivity?
The UK has faced many obstacles over the last year. Working from home is arguably one of the more significant changes we have endured. Although this may have been a difficult challenge to overcome, WFH may have had a positive impact on workplace inclusivity.It has been hard to ignore the ...
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ArticleJD Sports faces criticism over chairman’s £4.3 million bonus
JD Sports is facing investor criticism after its executive chairman was awarded a £4.3 million bonus despite the organisation receiving millions of pounds in Covid-19 (Coronavirus) support.According to the sports fashion retailer, Peter Cowgill's total pay, including a short-term 75% salary reduction between April and August last year, reached nearly ...
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Supplier articleSupporting and Improving Employee Wellbeing: Three Areas to Consider
Most UK workplaces have opened up again, meaning more people are returning to work. With a heightened sense of anxiety over the return back to work, employee wellbeing should be top of the agenda for companies.56% of employers said they would like to do more to improve staff wellbeing but ...
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ArticleKavitha’s keynote: The benefits of investing in happiness
New research has found that employee happiness has dropped 75% from two years ago, with motivation having fallen by nearly a fifth and anxiety rising by 78%.The study was carried out employee engagement consultancy Inpulse, and its founder and CEO Matt Stephens believes the findings reflect the toll Covid-19 (Coronavirus) ...
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ArticleHR managers see 5% pay boost in 2021
HR managers received the third highest pay rise for professionals this year, according to research from specialist recruiter Randstad.The study, which looked at the salaries of more than 9,000 UK workers, along with data from 700 placed jobs, revealed that HR managers were in the top five professions for wage ...
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ArticleBe the Big Cheese and get paid $10,000
Something for the weekend: Want to be the Next Big Cheese? Well here’s your chance. Snack maker Whisps is on the hunt for a cheese content officer.To apply for the job, all you have to do is send the Whisps team your "cheesiest joke" and give your considered opinion on ...
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Supplier articleCustomised Ecards and their Increasing Impact on Company Culture
Saying thank you for your hard work with an Ecard is the secret to creating an incredible company culture. Sending Ecards is a simple, cost-effective way to show appreciation to a team member. Ecards act as an eco-friendly and attractive way to incorporate perks at work. Research repeatedly shows simple ...
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Supplier articleDon’t miss this webinar: Supercharge Employee Engagement by Streamlining and Simplifying Technology
As we move towards a post-pandemic world, organisations with an engaged workforce will be better prepared to maximise new opportunities. HR leaders can accelerate this transition by ensuring employees feel connected, recognised and supported via seamless access to the tools they need to stay informed and feel ...
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Supplier articleYour Guide to Employee Benefits (e-Book)
You’re giving your employees their birthday treats and bonuses – so why the need for more employee benefits? Employee benefits operate in a much smarter, interactive, and more nuanced way than your usual ad-hoc treats. They may include salary sacrifice schemes, retailer discounts, cashback on shopping, and easy access to ...
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Supplier articleWhy Social Responsibility is great for Business and how to achieve it
Social responsibility is not a new concept. However, it is a term that is becoming ever more popular with many progressive and cooperative companies who wish to do good. Being socially responsible requires a business to act and react in a way that benefits society. This way of working is ...
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Supplier articleHow HomeServe transformed its company culture and connected a hybrid workforce
HomeServe, a consumer services organisation with 2,500 employees, has always been challenged with engaging and connecting a hybrid workforce. This became even more difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the organisation needed to find innovative and cost-effective ways to connect its staff during times of high stress and uncertainty. In ...
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OpinionAlison Pay: We are at a critical junction for workplace mental health
Over the course of the last year the signs are that we’ve become more comfortable to talk about our mental health at work. The pandemic has impacted most people and both the shock and discomfort of finding ourselves in lockdown, on furlough or working virtually prompted many employers to either ...
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ArticleAddo Food Group celebrates long service with employee awards
Pastry products producer Addo Food Group has awarded a group of its long-standing employees with a cash bonus or vouchers of their choice.The cash bonus or vouchers have been awarded as a result of 31 members of staff having worked collectively for the organisation for 630 years at its Palethorpes ...
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ArticleJ&L Elevator Components becomes employee owned through trust
Elevator parts and equipment supplier J&L Elevator Components has announced its employees now have a controlling interest in the business through an employee ownership trust (EOT).This means the organisation can ensure succession planning, as well as directly rewarding the efforts and contributions of the staff, who will have continued job ...
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ArticleLinkedIn appoints VP of international HR business partners
LinkedIn has promoted Lisa Finnegan to the role of vice president of its international HR business partners.In her new role, Finnegan will be responsible for leading LinkedIn’s HR business partners across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Latin America (Latam) and Asia Pacific regions, which will now be consolidated ...
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Supplier articleWhy Real Time Recognition is Important
What is real time recognition?Real time recognition refers to instant feedback and appreciation given to a member of your team. The automatic recognition enables fast, effective and understandable communications between colleagues and managers resulting in valuable recognition.Why is real time recognition important?UK Workforce 80% of millennials suggest that they prefer ...
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ArticleNWH Group recruits new HR manager
Waste recycling company NWH Group has promoted Rhys Donaldson to the role of HR manager.Donaldson initially joined NWH Group in 2017 as a recruitment consultant, with his role rapidly expanding by 2018 to include HR responsibilities.In his new role Donaldson will be responsible for engaging with employees across the business, ...
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ArticleConfessions of a benefits manager: Candid discovers the dark art of comms
As I’m getting ready to send reminders out on our voluntary benefits platform, Big Bad Boss insists that I get the new vice president of communications involved. This seems a bit overkill, I mean it’s not even a new programme. Still, I’m not going to turn my nose up at ...
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ArticleFinal deadline extension for Employee Benefits Awards 2021
The deadline for the Employee Benefits Awards 2021 has been extended for the final time to 5pm on Tuesday 8 June, giving HR, reward and benefits professionals one very last chance to enter and win recognition for their achievements at the industry’s most prestigious event of the year.Now in its ...