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If firms want people to ‘return to office’, they should offer a better experience

Workplace Insight

In this evolving landscape, offices are no longer just places of work; they are environments where companies must win back the hearts of their employees, who now demand more fulfilling, flexible, and meaningful experiences. Innovate and learn fast Invest in research, product and service design.

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COVID-19 pandemic: How to prepare your business

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Because public health conditions can change rapidly, it’s critical for employers to know: How to help protect employees and customers How to continue business operations during a pandemic How to rely on official sources to stay informed How to manage and mitigate organizational risks How to navigate potential legal issues that may arise.

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Corporate social responsibility 101: Everything you need to know

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A company may be an inanimate legal entity, but it’s made up of humans and behaviors. It’s generally someone who exhibits ethical behavior and practices kindness, caring, empathy, generosity and other desirable qualities – someone who does the right thing even when no one’s watching and regardless of their own personal interests.

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Comp time vs. overtime – What you need to know

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The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) governs what employers must do under federal law. FLSA legal definitions. First, it’s helpful to understand some key terms and their legal definitions: Overtime: This is a premium of 1 ½ times the regular rate of pay for any hours in excess of 40 hours in a work week.

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Government minister sparks debate about working from home and increased truancy

Workplace Insight

It has been argued that the increase in parents working from home has led many to become more relaxed about their children missing school, particularly on Fridays, despite it being the parents’ legal duty to ensure their attendance.

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Your definitive guide to employee training: Why, when and how

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If economic conditions, industries, marketplaces, technology and the legal landscape don’t remain static, your employees can’t either – lest they and your company fall behind. Or, training may be dictated by the government or another external authority to recur at prescribed intervals – annually, semiannually or quarterly, for example.

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Flexible working rights stand to benefit millions of people

Workplace Insight

From today (April 6th 2024), UK employees will have the legal right to request flexible working from their first day in a new job. Under the updated regulations, employers must engage in discussions with employees and consider alternative solutions before declining a flexible working request.