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Protect your business: building a respectful workplace culture
As an independent HR consultant in Ipswich, I'll share practical steps to prevent bullying and harassment, safeguarding your team and...
va9423
6 days ago4 min read


If you're hiring someone new, you must check that they have the legal right to work in the UK before they start
That applies to every role and every nationality. Skip it and you risk fines of up to £60,000, plus serious damage to your business and reputation. Here's 3 ways to check right to work: 1. Manual check: see the original passport, visa or other approved document (in person or live video while you hold the originals), check it matches the person and keep a dated copy for the duration of employment plus 2 years. 2. Digital Verification Service (DVS): only for British or Irish
va9423
Oct 144 min read


Even if you think you're compliant, right to work checks could cost you £60,000
As an HR consultant in Ipswich, I'll explain the crucial details of right to work checks and how to protect your business from costly...
va9423
Oct 123 min read


Avoid these common interview questions to protect your business
As an experienced HR consultant in Ipswich, I'll walk you through the subtle interview questions that could land your business in hot...
va9423
Oct 54 min read


Are you accidentally wellbeing washing your team?
What is wellbeing washing? Wellbeing washing is when a company means well and tries to improve employee wellbeing by offering perks or...
va9423
Sep 282 min read


Understanding where you stand with your people practices
How an expert HR consultant based in Ipswich can help you to review, refine and strengthen your HR practices Running a business means...
va9423
Sep 212 min read


October 2025 HR Newsletter
7 employment law mistakes that could cost you thousands Most business owners we speak to don’t know they’re breaking the law. They think...
va9423
Sep 174 min read


Building stronger foundations for your working relationships
Practical advice from an outsourced HR consultant in Ipswich: How to make your working relationships clear, fair and future-proof When...
va9423
Sep 142 min read


Managing employee departures with confidence and professionalism
As an experienced HR consultant in Ipswich, I can give you the advice you need to exit employees if that’s the right thing to do Most...
va9423
Sep 73 min read


September 2025 HR Newsletter
How to handle underperformance in your business Your best team member has started letting you down. • They used to be reliable, now...
va9423
Sep 54 min read


How an HR consultant in Ipswich can help you stop burnout before it damages productivity and morale
How to protect your employees from burnout before it impacts your business Burnout isn’t just an employee wellbeing issue. It’s a...
va9423
Aug 313 min read


3 common workplace issues that can lead to legal trouble
Insights from an HR consultant in Ipswich on what to catch early and how to handle it right After years of helping businesses navigate...
va9423
Aug 245 min read


Understanding the three levels of support an HR consultant in Ipswich can provide
Here’s something many business owners don't realise: not all HR support works the same way. There are actually three distinct levels of...
va9423
Aug 174 min read


What really drives team engagement: insights from an HR consultant in Ipswich
You know when your team is genuinely engaged - there's an energy in the workplace, people collaborate naturally, and problems get solved...
va9423
Aug 104 min read


Drowning in HR admin?
Here’s how HR software and support from an HR consultant in Ipswich will help. HR admin feels manageable when you've got five people on...
va9423
Aug 43 min read


August 2025 HR Newsletter
August is the perfect time to plan for September There's something about September. It's a great kickstart month. Summer holidays are...
va9423
Jul 314 min read


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5 Chill Tips Every New Line Manager Needs to Know
Stepping into the role of a line manager can feel intimidating, like diving into the deep end of a pool. You're not just managing tasks...
dougbetts
May 92 min read
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