HR:ER

What happens when two protected characteristics collide? An employee with dyspraxia struggles to consistently use a colleague’s correct pronouns after their gender transition. They say it’s not intentional - it’s their disability. But the risk? A potential discrimination claim.We explore: Mistake or discrimination? Legal risks for employers Reasonable adjustments & support How HR can prevent issues early Avoid discrimination altogether with our practical CPD training, employment law software, and legal consultancy - all designed to keep you out of tribunal and reduce legal costs. https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146/#Neurodiversity #EmploymentLaw #HRPodcast #DiversityAndInclusion #HRER /

HR:ER just read your meanest comments… out loud 🎙️🔥 And honestly? Some of you did NOT hold back 👀 💬 “Has this woman swallowed a HR manual, get a life love” 💬 “You don’t pay my sick pay b*tch” 💬 “I’d focus more on getting your barber into a disciplinary mate” We’re also owning up to our own mistakes. If you’ve ever thought HR gets it wrong… or been on the receiving end of it - this one’s for you. #HRPodcast #WorkplaceDrama #MeanComments #HRER #EmploymentLaw /

A father and son clash over politics - and now it’s escalated into tense meetings, team discomfort, and formal grievances. The twist? Their uncle owns the business.In this episode, our HR consultancy answers:• What HR should do first• Do family ties change anything?• Where “free speech” becomes workplace risk• Are political beliefs protected in the UK?Keep conflict out of your workplace - manage grievances, disciplinaries, and policies with our HR software, complete with legal guidance. Rated Excellent on Trustpilot. /

An employee reports a colleague watching explicit content in the office. She’s uncomfortable. He denies it. IT may hold the answer… but what should HR do first? In this episode, our HR consultancy discusses: What managers should do in the first few hours after an allegation How to run a fair workplace investigation How far employers can go when checking devices and browsing history Whether this behaviour could be gross misconduct Our HR software makes reporting simple and structured - built-in guidance ensures every grievance follows the right steps, and you can even spot patterns across disciplinary cases to prevent a claim before it happens. Book a demo: https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146/ #HR #SexualHarassment #HRPodcast #DataProtection #HRER /

Health & safety still sitting on your to-do list? On the podcast, Simon Hayhurst, IOSH Certified and Managing Director of Big Mountain Consultancy, explains why so many SMEs delay action - and why that mindset is risky.We cover:⚖️ The myth that safety slows growth💰 Balancing risk with commercial reality🤝 Why HR & H&S must work together📉 The true legal, financial & reputational cost when things go wrong📚 His message (and upcoming book): You don’t have to choose between safety and profit.🎓 Start with our CPD-certified health & safety e-learning - done in under an hour, real-world scenarios, from anywhere. https://hroes.co.uk/packages/e-learning/health-safety/#HealthAndSafety #Leadership #SMEs #RiskManagement #HRER /

Women aged 40-55 are often at the peak of their careers. They are senior leaders, decision-makers, technical experts, and culture carriers. Yet many are being pushed out or are struggling at work because of their symptoms. If businesses aren’t paying attention, they risk losing experienced talent at the height of their careers - costing the organisation through legal claims and increased recruitment expenses. In this episode, we sit down with Dr Lucy Mather, GP and menopause specialist, and founder of Jaya Life, to discuss what menopause looks like in the workplace and how employers can better support their staff. Get in touch for support: https://www.jayalife.com/ We’ve created a CPD-certified Menopause e-Learning course - completed in just 30 minutes, accessible anywhere, written by award-winning employment lawyers, and endorsed by Lucy herself! /

Reasonable adjustments sit at the heart of fair work - yet they remain one of the most misunderstood (and litigated) areas of employment law.🎙️ On the podcast this episode:Chelsea Brooke-Ward, Head of Employment and Employment Barrister at Park Square Barristers, cuts through the confusion and gets practical about what the law actually requires.We cover:👉 What triggers the duty to make reasonable adjustments (and what doesn’t)👉 Whether a diagnosis or legal language is really needed👉 Common employer mistakes: doing too much vs doing nothing👉 What “reasonable” means in practice👉 What to do when adjustments don’t workIf you’re unsure what reasonable adjustments mean in practice, get in touch with Park Square Barristers or our award-winning lawyers.#EmploymentLaw #HRLeadership #ReasonableAdjustments #PeopleManagement #HRER /

What do you do when an employee is underperforming, refuses every reasonable adjustment, and cites menopause as the reason?In this episode of HR:ER, our HR consultancy dissects:✔️ When does “reasonable adjustments” become enough is enough?✔️ Can you start a PIP without it looking like discrimination?✔️ Does under two years’ service reduce legal risk - or not at all?✔️ What menopause symptoms really look like at workPlus, we share practical prevention strategies so this situation never escalates again - including menopause awareness training and performance management systems.Prevent unlimited compensation claims with our CPD-accredited Menopause Awareness e-learning. Complete it in just 30 minutes, anywhere, developed by award-winning lawyers - and included free with our HR software.#HRPodcast #MenopauseAtWork #PerformanceManagement #HRCompliance #HRER /

Reply-all.400+ people.Including the CEO.One stressed, sleep-deprived employee on a business trip thought they were replying to spam…They weren’t.Now the CEO wants them fired. Is this gross misconduct… or just a very human mistake? In this episode, our HR consultancy tackle an increasingly common workplace crisis.What safeguards should’ve existed to stop this ever happening?(Hello HR systems and our data protection training 👀) https://hroes.co.uk/e-learning/data-protection/#DataProtection #PeopleProblems #HR #EmploymentLaw #HRER /

Think your festive spirit is harmless fun? A tribunal might think differently… 👀 ​Our HR consultancy shares the do’s and don’ts of workplace Christmas behaviour - from homemade mulled wine to karaoke chaos and questionable Secret Santa gifts. Grab your headphones (and maybe your policy handbook). 🎁🎅Make sure you’re ready when the Christmas fallout hits. Our HR software includes a Disciplinary Decider to guide you through tricky situations - and when things escalate, our award-winning lawyers are on hand to help with the clean-up. https://bit.ly/4hqTEpAWe’re rated Excellent on Trustpilot. ⭐Sign up for our webcast, Handling the Xmas Party Fallout, here: https://bit.ly/4ikjDzv /

Dave has been nodding off at his desk for up to 90 minutes a day… for years. 😬His manager knows, but no one’s taken action.So - is it a health issue or a performance issue? Should HR make reasonable adjustments… or start a disciplinary process? And what happens when managers ignore repeated performance problems?🎧 Listen now - and find out how to wake up your workplace.Handle performance management the right way with our HR software - featuring a full suite of performance tools, disciplinary processes, and legal guidance to keep your business out of tribunal, from just £2pp. Our top-rated employment lawyers are always on hand for extra support.https://bit.ly/4hqTEpA /

Two maternity leaves. One restructure. Endless risk. So, what should HR do? Our HR consultancy dives into this workplace emergency.🤰 What protection do pregnant employees really have?⚖️ Can you pre-allocate roles before consultation ends?💰 What’s the true cost - legally and culturally - of getting this wrong?Maternity discrimination can cost £100k+ per case. Build a clear redundancy policy fast with our HR software, including policy generator and redundancy calculators - from £1PP. Get expert legal advice from £6PP when you need it. https://bit.ly/4hqTEpA#HRPodcast #MaternityRights #MaternityDiscrimination #Redundancy #HRER /

What do you do when a new hire never actually returns to work… but every absence comes with another heartbreaking reason? In this episode of HR:ER, our HR consultancy tackles one of the toughest dilemmas small businesses face: chronic absenteeism with limited legal resources. When does support turn into formal action? How can you verify absences ethically? What protections should employers understand when mental health is involved? Tackle absenteeism before it starts with our Bradford Scoring tool - at the heart of our HR software. It flags risks early, tracks attendance, and streamlines welfare meetings. Get it free today when you purchase any of our e-learning products! https://hroes.co.uk/ /

Too often, HR gets left out of the room when the big financial and strategic decisions are being made. But what if HR was seen as a growth driver - not just a support function?On this episode of HR:ER, we're joined by Bernard Savage, Director at Size 10½ Boots, to dissect:- Why HR is still sidelined in business planning- How leaders can reframe HR as commercially strategic- How professionals can progress and earn a seat at the tableFollow Size 10½ Boots: https://tenandahalf.co.uk/Get our software free - including automated Right to Work checks, a grievance module, a disciplinary decider, and custom policies - when you purchase our e-learning.#Podcast #HRLeadership #BusinessStrategy #CareerProgression #HRER /

HR leaders are under more pressure than ever: deliver better employee benefits, but do it with tighter budgets. So how do you create benefits packages that actually work - for a hybrid, multigenerational workforce- without overspending? That’s exactly what we unpack in our latest podcast with Dipa Mistry Kandola - CEO at Parallel Employee Benefits, Advisor, Chartered Director, and SaaS scale-up expert. In this HR:ER episode: ✅ What a truly customisable benefits programme looks like in practice. 💰 How expectations have shifted in the last 5 years - and how to keep up cost-effectively. 💡 Where HR should start when building a benefits strategy. Follow Parallel Employee Benefits: https://www.parallel-eb.co.uk/Get our software free - including automated Right to Work checks, a grievance module, a disciplinary decider, and custom policies - when you purchase our e-learning. /

HR Professionals, take note! When an employee hands in a sick note citing “work-related stress”… what happens next could make or break your legal risk.On the latest episode of HR:ER, we sit down with Simon Anderson - barrister at Park Square Barristers and serial winner in complex workplace harm cases. What we unpack:⚖️ How often stress leave turns into tribunals - and why.🚩 Legal red flags HR should never ignore in a stress-related sick note.🤯 The big mistake employers make when staff on stress leave are spotted on holiday.Park Square Barristers: https://www.parksquarebarristers.co.uk/ Get our software free - including automated Right to Work checks, a grievance module, a disciplinary decider, and custom policies - when you purchase our e-learning.#HR #EmploymentLaw #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #HRER #HRPodcast /

Where do we draw the line on “any other duties as required”?From junior staff cleaning up excrement 🧹 to graduates being sent to move cars to dodge parking tickets 🚗 - some workplace “extras” cross into unreasonable (and unsafe) territory.In this HR:ER episode, our HR consultancy digs into:- What really counts as a “reasonable” duty?- Who gets to decide when the line is crossed?- When does inconvenience tip into health & safety risk?- Should policies spell out limits - or stay vague?💬 We’d love to hear from you: What’s the most unreasonable duty you’ve ever been asked to do at work? 🎧 Tune in now! Our HR software includes a custom policy and contract builder, so you can clearly outline duties and save your business from tribunals - starting from just £1 per person, per month. https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl#HR #UnreasonableDuty #Podcast #EmploymentLaw #HRER /

We went down the Reddit HR rabbit hole - so you don’t have to! In this episode, our HR consultancy unpacks real workplace dilemmas pulled straight from Reddit’s most popular HR threads.👉 What should you do if an employee vanishes on short-term disability?👉 What’s the best way to onboard your staff?👉 How do you handle final pay for an employee who has passed away?🎧 Tune in, share your thoughts, and send us your HR threads.Our HR software features a customisable onboarding process with automated tasks and Right to Work checks powered by TrustID - completed in just a few clicks. It also includes a policy generator with ready-to-use templates, starting at just £1 per person per month.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl#Podcast #OnboardingFails #DisabilityLeave #Payroll #RedditThreads #HRER /

In our latest podcast, we bust the most common employment law myths - and reveal what employers really need to know to avoid landing their business in tribunal.We cover:- Why “no contract = no liability” is a dangerous assumption- The truth about dismissing during probation- What makes restrictive covenants actually enforceable- Legal risks around long-term sick leave- Why wage deductions for theft could land you in troubleOur HR software guides you through essential and complex employment law processes - like disciplinaries and performance management - from just £1PP. Plus, our employment lawyers are available for support for just £6PP. https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl#EmploymentLaw #HRCompliance #WorkplaceMyths #HRER #HRPodcast /

A false rumour, claims of micromanagement, and an accusation of trans-related bias - but the employee says she isn’t transgender.Is this workplace discrimination? In this HR:ER episode, our HR consultancy dissects:- What the law actually says about gender identity following the Supreme Court Ruling- How to separate performance management from potential prejudice- The risk of discrimination claims: they carry uncapped compensationOne claim. Unlimited compensation. Protect your business with our CPD-accredited Anti-Discrimination e-learning course - expertly crafted by award-winning lawyers, completed in just 45 minutes, and available for only £29PP.https://tinyurl.com/yc29bw4s#HRER #Transgender #WorkplaceDiscrimination #EmploymentLaw #HRPodcast /

A new chef wants the job - but only if they’re “self-employed” to skip tax. What would you do? 🍳💵From dodging tax to walking the legal tightrope of contractor vs employee, our HR consultancy dissects:⚖️ Where the legal line really is❌ Employer risks of getting it wrong🤔 Who’s really self-employed-and who’s notWhether you’re hiring your first employee or scaling a team, don’t guess your way through worker classification - or risk crippling fines.Our HR software covers all contract types and includes Right to Work checks from just £1PP. Need legal backup? Our top-rated employment lawyers are available for just £6PP. https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl#OffTheBooks #EmploymentLaw #Onboarding #HRER #HRPodcast /

An autistic support advisor works overnight, misinterprets tasks, and leaves chaos by morning. Is it a performance issue — or a failure to accommodate?That's what our HR consultancy must dissect in our latest episode!⚖️ What reasonable adjustments really look like📉 How HR should approach neurodivergence with performance issues🧠 Legal and ethical risks of mishandling autism at work Our CPD DE&I e-learning course teaches your team how to act appropriately and legally. In just 45 minutes, from anywhere, for only £29pp — a small amount for insurance against huge sums.https://tinyurl.com/yc29bw4s /

One phone call. One moment of distraction. One life almost lost.That's what our HR consultancy had to deal with when a delivery driver, carelessly using his phone, hit a pedestrian — and claimed, 'It wasn’t that bad.' 📲 Is using a phone while driving gross misconduct?⚖️ Can employers be held legally responsible if a pedestrian is killed/injured?⛔ Should you suspend staff immediately after a road incident?Dealing with gross misconduct? Our HR software features a disciplinary decider to help you manage conduct lawfully — from just £1PP. Plus, our award-winning lawyers are here to provide specialist guidance for only £6PP. https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl#DangerousDriving #GrossMisconduct #DialedInSwitchedOff #HRER #HRPodcast /

Sick leave or sly lift? A personal trainer calls in for a "medically required" procedure… but rumours swirl it was a Brazilian butt lift 👀. As HR tries to sort fact from filler, tensions rise:➡️ Should cosmetic surgery qualify as medical leave?➡️ Who decides what’s “medically necessary”?➡️ Can your boss ask what kind of surgery you had — or is that crossing a line?Plus: What happens when rumours about someone’s body spark inappropriate jokes at work? Where's the line between office chat… and sexual harassment?Our HR software makes it easy to record absences, track fit notes, and manage investigations—starting from just £1PP. Need legal support? Our award-winning employment lawyers are available from just £6PP.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

Can you dismiss an employee for not speaking English? 💬❌With almost 1 million people in Britain unable to speak English fluently, our HR consultancy team addresses a real-life case where an employee’s English skills were poor, causing issues with performance management.Mishandling could leave you wide open to claims of unfair dismissal or discrimination. Tune into HR:ER to hear how we handled it:👉 Can poor English be a fair reason for dismissal — or is it illegal?👉 Where does performance management end... and discrimination begin?👉 And how can businesses avoid this situation before they hire? Struggling with poor performance management? Get expert support from our top-rated employment lawyers for just £6PP — or take a look at our HR software, featuring a full suite of performance management tools, starting from £1PP.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl

Dead bodies and broken hearts 🚑💔In this week’s HR: ER, our HR consultancy treats two wild workplace emergencies:A trainee paramedic at a private ambulance company who couldn’t cope with a key part of the job—dealing with dead people.A husband-wife duo working in a small team… until an affair with a colleague blew everything up. Cue fist fight, slashed tyres, and countless grievances.From tackling capability to handling misconduct, we’re breaking down when SOSR dismissals are appropriate—and why it matters to get it right.🎧 Tune in for real cases and our take on what HR should do!HRoes has your back. With our Disciplinary Decider, you’ll know exactly when SOSR is the right move—from just £1. And with our CPD-accredited Sexual Harassment e-learning, your team can get prevention training in under an hour.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

A veterinary nurse is struggling with a mental health crisis, convinced that people on TV are speaking directly to her 😱📺.Now, here’s the challenge—figuring out if this is a well-being issue or a capability issue, all while ensuring the safety of both animals and colleagues. 🐾Follow the HR:ER episode to hear how our HR consultancy dealt with it! 🎧Our HR software, with performance tools from just £1PP helps you manage capability issues easily. Plus, get expert guidance from our employment lawyers with consultancy packages starting at £6PP.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

Our HR consultancy solved a tricky situation: an employee signed off sick was unengaged at work—tears in meetings, refusing to engage… But the next day? She’s all over Instagram promoting her business and calling herself a #GirlBoss. 🤳💁‍♀️ Tune into HR:ER to find out how we treated this emergency:➡️ When does it become misconduct, and can you dismiss them?➡️ Should social media activity factor into fitness for work?➡️ What policies can prevent side hustles during sick leave?👀 Think an employee is abusing your sick policy? Our HR software helps you create custom policies, track Bradford scores, and run disciplinaries—with support from our employment lawyers!Book an intro call: https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

That’s how one employee feels—he says it makes the workplace "a nightmare". But is this just a difference of opinion or gender discrimination? How should HR respond? Our HR consultancy is breaking it down in HR:ER:🤔 Are awareness days effective or just corporate box-ticking?👨 Should International Men’s Day get the same spotlight?😬 Is discomfort around IWD a sign of gender discrimination?💰 The pay gap—myth or reality? And how do we fix it? Is International Women's Day too much? Let us know your thoughts at [email protected] and tune in now! /

Emotional Support Animals at Work: Reasonable or Too Far? 🐱One employee says their emotional support animal helps manage anxiety—but coworkers are complaining about allergies, hygiene, and distractions.⚖️ What’s a fair accommodation, and what’s impractical?🗒️ What authority does a doctor's note carry?⚠️ What workplace issues come with support animals?What’s the right balance for employers? Tune into the HR:ER podcast to find out!With a built-in grievance system and contract generator, our HR software removes the stress of managing accommodations, grievances, and workplace policies. For more advice, contact our top-rated employment advisors! /

When Does Banter Become Sexual Harassment?What happens when workplace "banter" crosses the line?In this episode, our HR consultancy deals with a real HR crisis: a junior employee reports their supervisor for graphic sexual conversations, dismissing concerns as just "a teenage boy's dream."We Diagnose:- The fine line between joking and harassment- How power dynamics impact workplace behaviour- The right way to handle complaints & protect employeesIs it just banter, or has a serious boundary been crossed? Tune in to find out.One harassment claim could SHUT your business! A single complaint could cost £30K to £100K - before legal fees. That’s why our HR software + CPD sexual harassment training is the ultimate solution!#SexualHarassment #HR #EmploymentLaw #HRER #Podcast /

Over the past year, we’ve tackled some of the wildest workplace emergencies you could imagine. From "Is sniffing a shirt sexual harassment?" to "HR hires a murderer," and even "When are you too fat to work?" – these jaw-dropping scenarios are real cases we’ve handled through our HR consultancy.In this special birthday episode, hosts Elissa and Oliver take a trip down memory lane, sharing their personal favourites and reflecting on the chaos, the lessons, and yes, the laughs. (Of course, we had cake to celebrate 🎂!)If your workplace drama feels like it could belong in our next season, don’t wait for it to spiral out of control. Contact us today for expert advice or a free demo of our software designed to solve HR nightmares before they start.https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

During a routine ID check, a candidate sent… a nude selfie. 😳 Yes, you read that right. It’s one of those moments our HR consultancy never saw coming. So, what’s the next step?🤳 Is this considered sexual harassment?🔒 Could it violate privacy or data protection laws?🤝 What’s the right move with this candidate's offer? Our platform integrates TrustID, making ID checks simple, secure, and hassle-free in just a few clicks. Keep your workplace safe and compliant with our sexual harassment e-learning, available for just £35 per user.https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146?uuid=c6f44f6d-14ce-4d26-8de4-bc7a344f6d4f /

What do you do when an employee alleges bullying and a "conspiracy" against them—while refusing to cooperate with investigations? And to top it off, they reveal they've secretly recorded over 300 hours of workplace conversations, including toilet visits? 😱This is the crisis our HR consultancy handled in our latest HR:ER episode! It raises BIG questions for HR, including:👉 Are secret recordings a violation of privacy laws?👉 Can you legally dismiss an employee who won't cooperate?👉 How can HR protect the company from an unfair dismissal claim?Tune into the full HR:ER episode!Need help with a tough grievance? Contact us for HR software with a custom grievance process or expert employment law advice today! /

UK businesses lose over £183 million annually due to employee theft. As an HR and business leader, you play a pivotal role in safeguarding company assets.In the latest episode of HR:ER, our consultancy faced a challenging scenario: an employee was dismissed, stole the company car, and escalated tensions when HR visited their residence to retrieve it, resulting in threats of trespassing from family members.Want to reclaim company property? Our employment lawyers and HR software can help you create robust policies to ensure assets are returned promptly and without nasty legal costs. Book an intro call: https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl /

It’s all fun and games until a holiday party goes off the rails! Recently, our HR consultancy tackled a case that got everyone talking. Dave got a bit too merry at the Christmas party - he climbed onto a table, stripped naked, and then told the CEO to f*ck off… 🎄🙈Catch the full story and our expert advice on handling holiday party chaos in the latest episode of HR:ER.Follow now - and if you’re gearing up for party season, contact our employment lawyers to keep things merry and manageable! https://hroes.co.uk/contact/ /

Ever had an employee disappear without a trace? Imagine this – an employee goes radio silent for five days, only to return with an astonishing tale of a “mistaken kidnapping.” Is it real, or just a bold cover-up?In our latest podcast, we tackle this jaw-dropping HR emergency and dive into the challenges employers face with missing team members.Here's what we break down: 🔍 Fact vs. Fiction: Steps to verify an employee's claim when something doesn’t add up🔐 Monitoring Boundaries: What level of workplace oversight is appropriate?💼 Support vs. Skepticism: How to balance concern for your employee's well-being with the need for accountability👉 Are you dealing with mysterious absences or questionable excuses in your workplace? Connect with our expert employment lawyers at HROES.co.uk and take control of your team’s productivity and well-being. /

How do you handle a rule-breaking employee who faces complaints for misogyny, then when confronted threatens to expose an alleged affair with HR?That's what our HR consultancy tackles in our next HR:ER episode! We share our emergency measures to stop sexual harassment from happening in your workplace.Got a workplace emergency of your own? Reach out to us and our expert lawyers will help you confidentially manage the situation - https://hroes.co.uk/ /

How should HR handle an employee's property seized by police?💻👮Our HR consultancy recently helped a business uncover that an employee, involved in a major criminal drug ring, had their work computer seized by police. The issue only surfaced when the employee requested another computer for work, prompting our further investigation.It was imperative HR acted with caution. Even when an employee is involved in criminal activity, mishandling the situation could result in claims of unfair dismissal.Are you uncertain whether an employee is being truthful about their involvement with authorities? Contact our employment lawyers today for a thorough investigation by emailing [email protected]. /

What do you do when a long-standing, trusted employee is caught lying about their qualifications? 💡🫠Our HR consultancy tackles another workplace crisis! Natalie, a senior accountant on track for a promotion to director, was asked to provide proof of her chartered accounting qualifications - only to reveal that her CV was riddled with lies.As the truth unravels, we dissect how could this slip through during hiring? What are the legal and financial risks for the business? And most importantly, does this dishonesty qualify as grounds for termination? Confident your employees have the right qualifications? Automate verification with our HR system or reach out to our employment experts for guidance - https://hroes.co.uk/ /

When are you too fat to work? 😲Hear how our HR consultancy team tackled another emergency as a small business with an employee who, due to morbid obesity, has already required three specialised chairs - which cost thousands each and becoming unsustainable for the company.What are the employer's legal obligations if no health conditions contribute to the employee’s obesity?How can HR address an employee’s weight when it affects job performance?If accommodation costs become unsustainable, what are the company’s options for the employee’s termination?Could denying accommodations for weight be considered discrimination?Subscribe to our HR:ER podcast here to make your workplace disaster-free! Have your own workplace emergencies? Send them to [email protected] so we can treat your HR.Effortlessly manage complex employee situations with the support of our HR software and expert employment law consultancy - https://hroes.co.uk/contact/ HR: ER is the emergency room for business owners, HR professionals and anyone else who is responsible for managing or employing a team of people.Hosted by Hroes founder Elissa Thursfield, with 15 years of first-hand lawyer and consulting experience and software service specialist Oliver Robinson they provide you with a generous dose of insights and practical advice.From hiring nightmares to compliance chaos, the unexpected to the downright disastrous "HR: ER" pulls back the curtain on events that have unfolded in workplaces around the world, the challenges HR professionals face daily the juicy details of HR missteps, legal blunders, and workplace fiascos.Sharing real stories that will make you gasp, laugh, and maybe even nod your head in sympathetic understanding, and bringing in industry experts, seasoned HR professionals, and legal minds alike.So whether you're an HR professional looking to enhance your skills, a business leader aiming to create a resilient workplace, or just wanting to hear workplace drama, this podcast is for you."HR: ER” is a judgment-free zone where we share stories, offer solutions, and build a community dedicated to improving the world of work.Join Us: Subscribe now to "HR: ER" and send us your questions to [email protected] to become part of the conversation. Learn how to treat your HR, so your workplace can be disaster-free.If you’re a fan of the show, please leave us a 5-star review kinda thing?https://lovethepodcast.com/hr-erWe're one of the top 20 UK HR Podcasts - https://podcasts.feedspot.com/uk_hr_podcasts/

Is your training and development failing to truly develop your staff? If so, it’s not engaging enough.We sit with Gilly Cohen, Head of Global Performance at YMU Group. In her unique role, Gilly has revolutionised learning and development at YMU, a global powerhouse in talent management, representing the biggest stars in entertainment.We discuss:Is Gen Z the laziest workforce generation yet?How to make training not ‘boring’Training and development initiatives that actually stickLeadership in the modern eraWhy today's workforce doesn’t just want a ‘job’ Make your workplace disaster-free by subscribing to HR:ER! Send us your questions to [email protected], so we can treat your HR, so your workplace can be disaster-free.Try our software free for the first 3 months or start your free trial here: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/software/hr-software-home/ -

Does your organisation use mental health first aiders? Next in our guest series, we sit down with Paul McGregor, founder of Everymind at Work, which provides on-demand support designed for Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace.In this HR:ER discussion, we discuss the legal implications if an employee confides in an MHFA and subsequently causes harm to themselves, share "wellbeing washing" workplace horror stories, and discuss the evolving role of managers in supporting mental health. In our next guest episode, we speak with Gilly Cohen, Head of Global Performance at YMU Group, about talent acquisition and strategies for empowering employee personal development.Enjoy a free trial or your first 3 months free with our HR software. Get started today: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/software/hr-software-home/ -

We're excited to launch our first HR:ER guest series, and we're kicking it off with none other than Lucy Aylen, the founder of Never Fully Dressed!Since its inception in 2009 as a market stall, Never Fully Dressed has succeeded into a renowned international fashion brand, now featured in high street retailers like Flannels, ASOS, and House of Fraser.Join us as we dive into Lucy's journey and discover the people strategies that have made Never Fully Dressed a global phenomenon, including the importance of hiring those who can cover your 'blind spots'.We also discuss the evolving employment landscape, female entrepreneurship and the challenges and triumphs of international business expansion.Our next guest is Paul McGregor, the founder of Everymind at Work, sharing real workplace mental health crisis stories, how to prevent 'wellbeing washing', and successful mental health workplace initiatives. Subscribe to HR:ER to hear it first!CTA: Enjoy your first 3 months free with our HR software! Contact us today to get started: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/software/hr-software-home We're one of the top 20 UK HR Podcasts - https://podcasts.feedspot.com/uk_hr_podcasts/

Has your business fallen victim to a phishing scam? Is it gross negligence when an employee loses company money?In our next HR crisis story, a senior Finance Director lost £50k of company funds to an obvious scam. This error led to the company's collapse; a simple check of the email address would have revealed it was a fraudulent email.In this episode of the HR:ER podcast, we discussWhich scams are getting more prevalent?What is gross negligence in the context of company cyber fraud?Legal responsibilities of HR in cases of financial lossAre there any risk management strategies HR can put in place? Our HR system has a legally tested and clearly defined disciplinary process. Sign up today and get your first 3 months free! Contact us now: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/software/hr-software-home /

Workplaces often spark new relationships, but what happens when an extramarital affair spirals into a stalking nightmare?This is after a staff member ‘caught’ Matt and Ben in a storeroom. The situation then escalated to Matt bombarding Ben with love letters, trying to change his shifts to be on shift with him, and making ‘heavy breathing’ phone calls to him and his wife.In this episode, we explore whether workplace affairs constitute inappropriate conduct, the dangers of sexual harassment in the workplace, and emergency measures HR can implement to moderate workplace relationships. Subscribe and follow the episode to make your workplace disaster-free!Get 3 months free when you purchase our HR software! Book a meeting here: https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl We're one of the top 50 UK HR Podcasts - podcasthttps://podcasts.feedspot.com/uk_hr_podcasts/

The NHS has issued a record 10.4 million fit notes, with GPs admitting, "We don't want to risk confrontation. We just see the request in our inbox and okay it."This surge has led to significant unproductively, resource strain, and increased costs for businesses. In this week's HR:ER podcast episode, we dissect:What factors have contributed to the rise in 'sick note' culture?How can HR differentiate between genuine health concerns and abuse of sick leave policies? How should HR handle employees on long-term sick leave? Can they be terminated? Who do you think is responsible for 'sick note' Britain? Email us at [email protected] to become part of the conversation and send us your HR emergencies.Subscribe to make your workplace disaster-free, and stay tuned as a GP will be joining the show to share their perspective!Need advice on managing employees on long-term sick leave? Contact our employment lawyers today for a free consultation: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/business-hr-advice/ -

Is HR providing a good onboarding programme? Only 12% of employees feel that their organisation provides a good one.In our next HR:ER episode, our host and founder, Elissa Thursfield, shares her personal onboarding experience and how HR can avoid similar mistakes.Onboarding sets the tone for an employee’s experience with the company, influencing whether they choose to stay long-term or leave. Effective onboarding can improve employee retention by 82%, saving businesses a lot of time and money in recruitment.We cover:- How can HR personalise onboarding for various roles, experience levels, and cultural backgrounds?- How can HR measure the effectiveness of onboarding programmes?- How can HR ensure onboarding procedures comply with relevant laws and regulations?- What emergency measures can HR take to prevent bad onboarding incidents in the future? SHAMELESS PLUG – the Hroes HR system onboards your staff compliantly and in less than 5 minutes, which would usually take HR hours. RTW checks and contracts of employment are completed in just a few clicks. Contact us to get started: https://hroes.co.uk/packages/software/hr-software-home/Subscribe now and send us your questions to [email protected] to make your workplace disaster-free. -

What happens when HRs skip compliance and DBS checks with a new employee? You accidentally hire a murderer.This was only discovered when staff noticed the "strange vibe" of a new employee around the office. After a social media stalk, it turned out he faked his identity and previously spent time in prison for murdering a woman.As part of his role, he had been visiting homes as a handyman and moreover, the office staff was also mostly female, who were at risk in his presence.This is why it's crucial to do background checks (DBS, identity, work checks) before a new employee starts - as a quick ID check would have discovered he was a murderer.We discuss this HR crisis story in more detail and emergency measures HRs can implement to ensure you don't hire a murderer in your workplace.Are you missing work checks because you're bogged down with HR admin? The Hroes system has right-to-work and ID checks all in one place, so you can avoid any onboarding nightmares at your workplace.Do you have your own workplace emergency? Email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to treat your emergency for you. Subscribe to the channel to make your workplace disaster-free! -

What do you do when an employee breaches the company dress code? According to research, 63% of the public say they would consider face and neck tattoos to be unprofessional.In this episode of HR:ER, we share the unexpected challenges HR professionals face when an employee's personal choices collide with workplace policies. Our HR crisis story involves an employee in a customer-facing role who let loose on a stag do and returned with a 'middle finger' tattoo.Join us as we dissect the complexities of managing such situations, such as addressing dress code, personal hygiene, tattoos and piercings. We share strategies for balancing individual expression with company culture, handling sensitive discussions with professionalism, and implementing HR policies to prevent future incidents.Do you have your own workplace emergency? Contact us via our website and we'll be happy to treat your emergency for you. Subscribe to the channel to make your workplace disaster-free! -