MHR Podcast

This week Andy and Alice recognise Talk Money Week, discussing the importance of having open conversations about money, and how organisations can identify and safeguard the financial wellbeing needs of their employees.

This week Andy and Emma give a sneak preview of MHR's predictions on what to expect in the world of work in HR, Payroll and Finance in 2024. The forecast? A busy one!

With the *cough* Christmas holidays *cough* fast approaching, Andy and Emma discuss how technology can support onboarding the influx of temporary workers during the festive season.

It's time to break the stigma and raise awareness around Menopause. In a special episode, Andy and Emma are joined by Julia Roberts to discuss the importance of encouraging colleagues to talk more openly about menopause and how employers can support the wellbeing of those experiencing it.

This week Andy and Emma are joined by Julia Roberts for a special episode in recognition of World Mental Health Day - highlighting the importance of considering good mental health as an integral part of our overall health and wellbeing.

This week Andy and Emma are joined by Jaime Foster for a special episode in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - highlighting the importance of breaking the taboo with education about the disease in the workplace.

This week Andy and Emma discuss how businesses are investing in AI employees, and raise the question of how ready businesses are to embrace the technology. 

This week Andy and Tom explore the various routes that both employees and employers can take to enable personal development and growth.

This week Andy and Emma discuss the September influx of Gen Z into the workforce, and the importance of embracing their talents and creating a lasting impact on their careers.

It's back to business for Andy and Emma this week as they discuss the impact of coming back to work after the summer holidays, and what organisations can do to re-energise their team and add value.

To celebrate National Payroll Week, Andy and Emma discuss employee financial wellbeing, and steps that organisations can take to encourage financial freedom for their teams. Make sure to sign-up for the MHR Payroll Summit happening on the 4th - 8th September to access the real-time payroll webinar, and a variety of free payroll resources.

This week Andy and Emma are talking all things sick days, from the etiquettes of battling illness at work to the craziest reasons employees have pulled a sickie!

It's all in the detail this week as Andy and Emma discuss the importance of building your brand on LinkedIn, with hints and tips on how to make your profile stand out - and common (and often cringeworthy) mistakes to avoid!

It's time to smell the coffee this week as Andy and Emma discuss the impact of hustle culture on employers and employees - and how to prioritise yourself first. You should hear Andy's hustle routine!

Andy and Emma go together like PB & J this week as they discuss the benefits of building friendships at work. The real question is, how well do they really know each other?

This week, Andy and Emma review the latest Flexible Working Bill to pass through Royal Assent - and how employers and employees alike can benefit. 

Andy and Emma are back from their holidays - and they've been served a meeting medley! The duo discuss the rise in workplace meetings and alternative solutions to improve productivity and communication. 

We're all going on a summer holiday this week as Andy and Emma discuss the rising trend of 'hush holidays' - and the responsibilities that organisations have to manage their employees annual leave entitlement.

It's a family affair this week as Andy and Emma discuss the advantages of a family owned business - and celebrate our most recent Midlands Family Business of the Year Award win! 

This week, Andy and Emma discuss the changing culture of workplace benefits and their importance to employees. They also explore some more nuanced benefits... plant leave anyone?

Wooooah! This week, Andy and Emma celebrate reaching 25 episode milestone of the MHR Podcast with a half year review. Prepare for lots of reminiscing!

That's Ms Ingram, to you and I. This week, Andy and Emma discuss the development of AI bot, Avery Ingram who is now available to hire by businesses - it is said she is 'Avery good assistant!'

This week, Andy and Emma discuss the changing landscape of the job market - with more graduates favouring salary over mental health during the financial crunch - and what businesses can do to support all employees with their financial wellbeing.

This week, P̶h̶i̶l̶ ̶a̶n̶d̶ ̶K̶i̶r̶s̶t̶y̶ Andy and Emma discuss the importance of choosing your office location wisely and the business benefits it can bring. They also discuss some office 'quirks' that raise a few eyebrows!

This week, Andy and Emma discuss the changing relationship with alcohol in workplace culture, and how organisations can create a more inclusive environment for their teetotal colleagues.