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Why your Open Door Policy sucks and what you should do instead

“Do you have a minute?” I was talking to someone last week who had recently introduced an ‘Open Door Policy’, I raised an eyebrow and asked how that was working out for him. He said it was a nightmare. I had to chuckle. Open Door Policies are a total waste of everyone’s time, quite literally. I asked the chap what was happening since the policy had been introduced. He said that he was getting interrupted all the time by staff bringing problems [...]

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adverse weather, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester, snow, hr snow, staff absence

How to Manage Employees During Adverse Weather

Winter is coming! You may be wondering about your rights and responsibilities as an employer during adverse weather? Firstly, employees should attempt to come to work as normal where reasonably possible. If for example, driving to work would cause unnecessary risk, then alternative methods of transport should be considered. As a responsible employer, you may decide to be flexible with hours of work to reduce the element of risk at peak traffic times. It is always best to have a policy [...]

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employees, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester

Building Successful Relationships with Employees

Managing employees can be frustrating at times but also incredibly rewarding when you’re all working to the same vision. I often get calls from business owners and managers asking me to ‘get rid’ of an annoying person in their business or team. Whilst I can certainly help with that process, it can be really time-consuming and damaging to the business. I’d like to help prevent you getting to the end of your tether by providing you with a different [...]

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hr and marketing, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester

Does your HR Provider understand Marketing? Here’s why they should

Who thinks HR and Marketing should be separate business functions? I don’t! In this new world where people want to feel more connected with the business they work for, HR and Marketing should be very much dependent upon each other, especially if you’re looking to grow your business. Here’s why your HR provider should have a fundamental understanding of marketing. I’ve always said that; A successful marketing strategy + good people strategy = sustainable growth Obviously, a good marketing strategy will help you build [...]

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Toxic workplace, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester

Growing Pains – a case study

One Director’s journey on turning his toxic workplace into a thriving, and profitable business with a now engaged and committed team The company referred to in this case study is an established company in the digital/creative industry. They have been providing web design, marketing and digital services for the past 8 years. The company initially grew quickly and had been profitable. They had grown from an initial 5 employees to 35 in just 3 years to keep up with customer [...]

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My Campaign to Ditch the Interview

Do you dare to ditch the interview? Did she just say “ditch the interview”? “Is she mad?” Yes! I did say ditch the interview and no I’m not mad, bear with me on this one and I’ll explain why traditional interviews are essentially a waste of YOUR time! I’m going to go on a quick tangent … So, the world of recruiting is moving on (if you don’t know this, you need to catch up!) Social recruitment is the new buzz word [...]

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Heat wave, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester

UK heat wave – What should business owners be aware of?

UK Heatwave Employers Advice With temperatures in the UK set to rise above a scorching 30 degrees centigrade this week, this unprecedented heat wave will be enjoyed by some but loathed by others. Extremes of weather often have a negative impact on UK businesses. So what should business owners be aware of? I’ve put together some tips which if implemented should minimise the impact of the UK heat wave on your business. Concentration and Breaks Hot weather can reduce cognitive power and increase [...]

By Natalie Lewis Dynamic HR Blog

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The Power of an Effective Recognition Programme – Tips

The Power of an Effective Recognition Programme – Tips “Connection is the energy that is created between people when they are seen, heard and valued.” This is a key focus of mine when I begin my work with companies who want to grow and increase their profitability. Through continuous recognition, which recognises employees for demonstrating company values, a positive and engaging company culture can be built. And, in turn, this culture can create an environment in which a connection can be nurtured. Research [...]

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performance management, Natalie Lewis, HR, Wilmslow. growth, profitability, Dynamic HR, Dynamic HR Services, employees, culture, business growth, business profitability, Cheshire, Manchester

How to deal with a member of staff that isn’t up to scratch

How to deal with a member of staff that isn’t up to scratch Communicate clearly, keep a decisive paper trail, learn from the situation and don’t replicate it! You’re feeling guilty, stressed and you’re not sure what you can and cannot say – yes you’ve got a member of staff that’s not up to scratch and you’re not sure how to deal with them in the best manner. So what are you going to do? You could sweep the whole situation under the [...]

By Natalie Lewis Dynamic HR Blog

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How Hard is it to Say “Thank You”?

How Hard is it to Say “Thank You”? Employee recognition is a hot topic! So, seriously – how hard is it to say “thank you”? I know we’re British and all that and we must maintain a stiff upper lip at all times but is it really such a hard thing to say? Apparently it is! When asked, over half of employees felt that their bosses could do more to show their appreciation; most of those employees went even further to say they’d [...]

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