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Are you being gaslit? Food for thoughtUncategorized

Are you being gaslit?

Have you ever questioned a person’s behaviour and been labelled “too sensitive” or accused of…

Lisa BellOctober 11, 2023

Back to basics: When no means no! Food for thoughtUnderstanding the basics

Back to basics: When no means no!

It seems almost preposterous to have to explain what the word “no” means, but headlines…

Lisa BellSeptember 21, 2023

What is intersectionality? And why is it important? Understanding the basicsWorkplace

What is intersectionality? And why is it important?

Intersectionality is a term that encourages an appreciation and recognition of the multi-faceted nature of…

Lisa BellSeptember 18, 2023

Don’t stay mum on your maternity leave policy CultureFood for thought

Don’t stay mum on your maternity leave policy

After a wave of calls to increase hybrid and flexible working options post-pandemic, it’s hard…

Lisa BellSeptember 8, 2023

Flirting vs sexual harassment CultureFood for thought

Flirting vs sexual harassment

A roguish smile. A hand lightly brushing your shoulder. A playful text message. From the…

Lisa BellAugust 28, 2023

Dealing with workplace bullying: A guide for HR professionals and managers CultureLeadershipWorkplace

Dealing with workplace bullying: A guide for HR professionals and managers

Employers have a legal duty of care to protect their employees from harm, including dealing…

Lisa BellAugust 11, 2023

What is Active Bystander Intervention? Understanding the basics

What is Active Bystander Intervention?

Active bystander intervention involves being an agent for positive change in your workplace – and…

Lisa BellAugust 7, 2023

How to deal with bullying at work: A guide for employees Workplace

How to deal with bullying at work: A guide for employees

Bullying at work is a real and present issue in UK.  And, worryingly, it doesn’t…

Lisa BellAugust 3, 2023

Dial back on dialect discrimination Workplace

Dial back on dialect discrimination

More and more people than ever are speaking English; it’s become a dominant language in…

Lisa BellJuly 20, 2023

Term-time contracts: Should you be offering them? Food for thought

Term-time contracts: Should you be offering them?

With extremely high childcare fees and many grandparents still working due to increases in retirement…

Lisa BellJuly 18, 2023

How to overcome bias in workplace investigations Workplace

How to overcome bias in workplace investigations

The key to effective workplace investigations – one that reaches the best outcome for all…

Lisa BellJuly 11, 2023

Lend an ear: The importance of employee voice Workplace

Lend an ear: The importance of employee voice