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Why Performance Reviews Matter: Keep Your Team Engaged and Your Profits Protected
Balancing growth, productivity and employee satisfaction is tough for any SME. That’s why one of the smartest business moves you can make is a solid performance review process. It’s not about ticking boxes - it’s about building meaningful conversations that prevent surprise resignations and costly turnover.
In this short blog, we’ll give an overview of how to set up an effective review process, why regular check-ins matter, what to do when performance dips, and how to make it all manageable.
Understanding Your Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment at Work
Sexual harassment in the workplace has long been recognised as a serious issue. In response, on 26th October 2024, the UK government introduced new legal obligations designed to strengthen employer responsibilities and protect employees. The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 places a clear duty on employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Here’s what SME owners need to know about this important update and how to comply.
Zero-Hour Contracts Under Review: What the Upcoming Legal Changes Mean for Your Business
The UK government has proposed changes that will affect how businesses engage with workers on zero-hour contracts. While details are still pending, now is the time for SMEs to prepare for the evolving legislative landscape.
Why Your Onboarding Process Might Be Costing You More Than You Think
Imagine this: you’ve just spent weeks advertising a role, sifting through CVs, interviewing, negotiating, and finally - hiring someone great. They’re keen, skilled, and full of promise.
Fast forward three months - they’ve left. And you’re back to square one.
Sound familiar?
Creating a Positive Workplace Culture — Even with a Small Team
As a small business owner, your team might be tight-knit, multi-tasking, and wearing multiple hats. While culture might sound like a buzzword reserved for large companies with ping-pong tables and office yoga, the truth is: workplace culture starts small, and it starts with you.
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The new statutory right to Neonatal care leave
The new neonatal care leave and pay rights came into force on 6 April 2025.
The aim of the new right is to allow parents dedicated time to spend with their newborn while they are receiving medical care, without taking time away from their maternity, paternity, adoption or shared parental leave. The hope is that this will provide some peace of mind to parents who find themselves in this difficult situation.
Dealing with Difficult Employees: Strategies for Business Owners
As a business owner, managing difficult employees can be one of the most challenging aspects of running a company. Whether it’s poor performance, disruptive behaviour, or a negative attitude, how you handle these situations will impact your workplace culture, productivity, and even your legal standing.
Labour Government: Upcoming Employment Law Changes
In 2024 we saw a new Labour Government take the reins in parliament and it was the new Government’s stated intention that it would introduce an Employment Rights Bill containing a number of proposed employment law changes within 100 days of taking office. The proposed employment law changes had previously been outlined in the Labour Party’s manifesto and new deal.
The Employment Rights Bill was published on the 10th October 2024 (see further below for the proposed employment law changes).
The Power of Proactive HR: Why Prevention is Better Than Cure
When it comes to HR, many businesses fall into the trap of only addressing issues when they arise. While it’s essential to handle workplace conflicts, grievances, and legal matters as they occur, taking a proactive approach to HR can save businesses significant time, money, and stress.
Helpful Tips Guide: How to Build a Positive Workplace Culture
A positive workplace culture is crucial for employee satisfaction and business success. Here are five key ways to create a thriving work environment.
5 HR Challenges Every SME Faces—and How to Overcome Them
Running a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) comes with its own unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to managing human resources. Whether it’s staying compliant with ever-changing regulations or keeping employees engaged and motivated, HR can often feel like a complex maze. At Regent HR, we understand these challenges and offer tailored solutions to help you navigate them with ease. Here are five common HR challenges that SMEs face and how you can overcome them.
