Vicki Crowe
Mentor, Vicki Crowe
I’ve taken on my first member of staff. Should I try and be best friends with her, or keep a professional distance?
I’ve taken on my first member of staff. Should I try and be best friends with her, or keep a professional distance? When you work in…
Mentor, Vicki Crowe
Should I have probationary periods for my new staff and, if so, how long should they last?
Traditionally, probationary periods were for a three month period, but more and more we are seeing companies extend them to a six month peri…
Mentor, Vicki Crowe
How much do employees appreciate holiday time?
How much do employees appreciate holiday time? Could I offer them extra time off in lieu of money I can’t afford to offer them? It h…
Mentor, Vicki Crowe
I’m in the process of hiring employees. What should I do about checking references for a new member of staff?
I’m in the process of hiring employees. What should I do about checking references for a new member of staff? Before you make an off…
Mentor, Vicki Crowe
I suspect that a member of staff has been stealing from the business. Help!
I suspect that a member of staff has been stealing from the business. However, I’m not entirely certain of this and the employee is otherw…
