Mentor

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…

Traditionally, probationary periods were for a three month period, but more and more we are seeing companies extend them to a six month peri…

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…

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…

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…