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The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility for Your Business

Business Law and Compliance Human Resources

Corporate social responsibility involves ensuring that your business operates in an ethical & sustainable way. Find out why this is important in our guide.

Jan 26, 2018
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Supporting Young Carers: A Guide For Teachers

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Being able to offer support to young carers as their teacher can have a huge impact on their overall health and wellbeing. Find out how you can help.

Jan 24, 2018
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Safeguarding Children in Education Quiz

Education Safeguarding Children

If you work in education, you have a responsibility to safeguard children. Test your knowledge on this topic with our quiz. Further resources provided.

Jan 19, 2018
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How to Safely Store, Handle & Dispose of Corrosive Chemicals

COSHH Health and Hygiene Safety Management

Knowing the safest methods of storage, handling and disposal of corrosive chemicals is extremely important. Our guide examines the best practice.

Jan 17, 2018
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How to Conduct a Grievance Hearing: Tips for Employers

Business Law and Compliance Human Resources

A grievance hearing doesn’t have to be a long and complex procedure. Follow our guide to ensure a fair and efficient process. Further resources provided.

Jan 15, 2018
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Signs of Conflict in the Workplace

Human Resources Leadership and Management

Make sure you’re aware of the most common signs of conflict in the workplace to keep your workforce happy and to help prevent issues from escalating.

Jan 11, 2018
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Implementing a Workplace Health and Wellbeing Programme

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Workplace wellbeing is an essential aspect of any productive organisation. Find out how to harness this with an effective health and wellbeing programme.

Jan 8, 2018
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GDPR Consent Requirements

Business Law and Compliance Data Protection

Knowing how and when to seek consent under the new GDPR regulations can be difficult to get your head around. Our guide outlines the consent requirements.

Jan 5, 2018
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Importance of Respect in the Workplace

Equality and Diversity Leadership and Management

Demonstrating respect in the workplace is fundamental for productivity & wellbeing. Find out how to develop a culture of respect in your employees.

Jan 3, 2018
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What is Unconscious Bias in Recruitment?

Equality and Diversity Recruitment

There are many types of unconscious bias which influence hiring decisions in the workplace. Find out what these are to make your recruitment process fairer.

Dec 18, 2017
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How to Check References for Safer Recruitment

Human Resources Recruitment Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Our guide to checking references explains what you should ask in order to obtain useful information about candidates. Includes examples & further resources.

Dec 15, 2017
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GDPR Quiz

Business Law and Compliance Data Protection

Ensure you’re up to speed with the key GDPR changes coming into effect in May 2018; take our quick GDPR quiz to test your knowledge.

Dec 13, 2017
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Upselling Techniques in Restaurants

Hospitality

Upselling in restaurants is a strategy which your restaurant staff should embrace, in order to boost profits. We’ve outlined some simple techniques.

Dec 11, 2017
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Work Related Stress: Your Responsibilities as an Employer

Human Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing

Employers have a duty to manage their employee’s long-term sick leave and ensure their return to work is smooth. Find out how to achieve this in our guide.

Dec 8, 2017
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Beginner’s Guide to the 11 Types of Incoterms (2010)

Business Law and Compliance Financial

Follow our guidance on the types of incoterms as published by The International Chamber of Commerce, to increase your understanding of international trade.

Dec 6, 2017
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Am I Being Bullied at Work? 12 Signs of Bullying in the Workplace

Human Resources

If you’re asking yourself “Am I being bullied at work?”, the likelihood is you are. Find out what signs and behaviours to look out for here.

Dec 4, 2017
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The Importance of Compliance Training: How to Successfully Engage Employees

Business Law and Compliance Human Resources Training

The importance of compliance training cannot be stressed enough. Find out how to engage and motivate your employees when they’re taking their training.

Dec 1, 2017
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Using a Personal Development Plan in Health and Social Care

Advanced Safeguarding Career Development

A personal development plan is important to ensure you remain focused on your goals. Learn how to use one effectively to improve your caregiving.

Nov 27, 2017
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Avoiding Cross-Contamination in the Kitchen

Food Safety Hospitality

Avoiding cross-contamination in the kitchen is an essential aspect of food hygiene. Our guide outlines the best safety practices.

Nov 24, 2017
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GDPR: A Guide to the Key Changes

Business Law and Compliance Data Protection

There are a number of key changes relating to GDPR which take effect in May 2018. Find out what they are, and how they apply to you in our guide.

Nov 22, 2017
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