The HR Booth

We recently passed 200 subscribers on YouTube! To celebrate, Alistair talks us through the importance of social media, how it can grow your business, and how a consistent social media schedule has helped The HR Booth expand.

In this episode, Alistair is joined by our Digital Marketing Apprentice, Rennie, to go over what his apprenticeship has been like so far, common misconceptions over apprenticeships and why you should consider one.

In this episode, Alistair discusses the types of apprenticeships available to employers.  With employers concerned about an ageing workforce, succession planning and a shortage of talent, this episode discusses Trades Apprenticeships, Modern Apprenticeships and Graduate Apprenticeships. Skills Development Scotland have lots of information available to employers and you can find some good resources...

In this episode, Alistair talks about some of the recruitment challenges facing businesses and some of the innovative strategies businesses can do to help combat this.   There is no one size fits all and what works for one business might not work for another.   In this episode, Alistair discusses some of the following:   Utilising Social Media for Recruitment :  AI and Applicant Tracking Systems ...

Employee departures are an inevitable aspect of any organisation. Whether employees leave due to personal reasons, career advancement, or dissatisfaction, it’s crucial for leaders to understand the underlying factors that drive such departures. In this episode, Alistair will explore the importance of comprehending employee departures from a leadership perspective and delve into strategies that can...

In this podcast, Alistair discusses the benefits of Breathe HR.

In today's competitive business landscape, your most valuable asset is your people. To succeed and thrive, you need a well-thought-out People Plan that focuses on attracting, retaining, and developing top talent. In this episode, Alistair will walk you through everything you need to know about creating a comprehensive People Plan that will drive your organisation's success.

In this episode, Alistair shares some tools and strategies managers can use when employees do not react positively to constructive feedback. In business, providing constructive feedback is a crucial tool for employee growth and development. However, not all employees react positively to feedback, and some may resort to deflection tactics when they receive feedback they dislike. As a manager, it&#3...

In this episode, Alistair discusses some of the problems The HR Booth solve for businesses.  There are too many to cover in one episode, so Alistair has attempted to capture some of the key problems and solutions. This includes: *Cost efficiency *Level of expertise *Compliance and risk management *Scalability *Strategic initiatives in your business *Plus much more If you have a HR problem you woul...

Welcome to our deep dive into the world of counter-offers and retractions! In this video, we unravel the complexities of counter-offers, why employers might make them, the implications of accepting them, and the dynamics behind employees changing their minds about leaving. Contact us if you would like any further support: https://www.thehrbooth.co.uk/contact/

Henderson Loggie recently invited Alistair to host a webinar on what's working and not working with Hybrid Working and the feedback we received was really interesting. To give you even more insight on this, our podcast this week will give you even further insight in to Hybrid working and how this may work for your business. You can watch the full webinar here: https://youtu.be/TXfnTWBI5kE?si=A...

In this episode, Alistair shares his thoughts on what you can do to make the onboarding process a success. Induction and onboarding has come a long way since Alistair first delivered an induction presentation in 1998! As businesses continue to evolve, the process of welcoming new team members deserves careful attention to ensure a seamless integration and a strong foundation for growth. Here are s...

In this episode, Alistair discusses the importance of regular feedback during the probation period and why there should be no surprises when a member of the team has their probation review. In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment, traditional feedback practices are becoming obsolete. Annual reviews just can't keep up with the demands of modern workplaces. But fear not! Our...

In this episode, Alistair talks about the typical challenges that businesses face whilst on a growth journey. Main challenges include: *Communication breakdown *Recruitment Challenges *Employee retention *Brand awareness *Leadership development *Culture Find out more of the challenges and resolutions in our latest video on how to manage people in a growing business... Here are some helpful links t...

In this podcast, we're diving deep into the world of employee benefits, helping both employers and employees make the most out of this crucial aspect of the workplace. Employee benefits are not just about health insurance and retirement plans. They encompass a wide array of offerings that can significantly impact job satisfaction, retention rates, and overall employee well-being. Whether you&#...

In this week's episode, Alistair talks about types of businesses our HR experts support and how we can help your business. Whether you are in need of a HR strategy for family business, HR support for manufacturing, third sector, professional services, early stage, or high growth, our HR Consultants are here to help. Find out how we can help your business on our website now: https://www.thehrbo...

It's been a while! It's time for an overdue catch-up. In this episode, Alistair discusses what the team has been up to this year, celebrating our 10-year anniversary, and the HR related topics we've been supporting our clients with. If you would like any HR support from our experienced HR Consultants, contact us now: https://www.thehrbooth.co.uk/contact/

Join Alistair as he dives deep into the benefits of prioritising occupational health. From bolstering productivity and reducing absenteeism to creating a safer work environment, Alistair breaks down the pivotal role that employee well-being plays in organisational success. Find out how a comprehensive approach to health can revolutionise the workplace... Find out more about how we can help you wit...

It's time to learn how to support your employees through the cost of living crisis. Some key points we discuss in this recording include: Paying a fair wage CIPD – 1 in 4 employees state that financial worries can impact on their ability to do their job 3 in 4 adults said in June they would change their habits to cope with increase cost of living 13% of UK workers are in poverty The cost of doing...

The most common question we get asked is around how to manage a disciplinary meeting. It's important that you deal with things in the correct way when faced with challenges within your business so that you can avoid things becoming more problematic. The best way to tackle HR issues such as a disciplinary procedure is to have good HR processes in place.   You may be listening to this episode a...

In this episode, Alistair gives his top tips on staff absence management. Employee absence is a big problem for businesses when it comes to time and money. It’s almost guaranteed that staff will need time off during their employment. This can be either for long-term or short-term sickness. With this in mind, it’s important you put a staff absence management plan in place to reduce as much disrupti...

With the Great Resignation still going strong, everyone is looking for ways to gain and retain employees.    The challenge for businesses is not just to look at how to gain staff, but to retain them too. To do this, you need to create an environment that engages, excites and encourages your employees and candidates.   In this week's podcast, Alistair gives his top 5 tips on how to a...

In this week's episode, Alistair discusses the benefits of hiring a modern apprentice. It's not just trades that can benefit from hiring a modern apprentice, there's a wide range of businesses that can offer apprenticeship positions. We have worked with local schools and councils to help students find positive destinations and have witnessed the positives that modern apprenticeships can bring.&nbs...

Are you currently faced with managing a high volume of holiday requests? Managing holiday entitlement can feel tricky, especially at peak times such as Summer and Christmas times. We recommend having a holiday policy within your employee handbook where you can outline rules around the process of holidays. There are many things to consider when managing holiday entitlement. This includes: A first c...

We had a conversation with Wendy Edie, Managing Director of eCom and Barry Hynd, Interim COO of FISSS in June 2021 about the future of a hybrid working model. We discuss ways of working that's changed as a result of the pandemic, survey findings on how employees would prefer to work going forward, what other businesses are doing, government position, and much more. As the 'great resignation' conti...