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Mid-Year Performance Reviews: A Chance to Reconnect, Refocus and Check In

May 26, 2025May 26, 2025

Mid-year performance reviews? You might think they’re just another task on your already long to-do list. Especially in small or medium sized businesses where everyone’s juggling multiple roles. But done well, these reviews can be one of the most useful conversations you’ll have all year. They’re not just about ticking boxes or revisiting KPIs – […]

The Do’s and Don’ts of Managing Layoffs

February 6, 2025February 6, 2025

The past few years have been a challenging time for many businesses. Economic fluctuations, operational changes, and the rise of AI technologies are reshaping industries. In some sectors, layoffs have become a common part of the landscape. But while layoffs are sometimes necessary for businesses to stay afloat or evolve, they can be a tough […]

Holiday Leave Around The World

January 30, 2017June 14, 2021

Seeing as a core feature of HR Partner is the tracking of your employee leave, and that we now have users spread across all corners of the globe, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the legislated holiday requirements that every country has. Who has the best leave conditions for their […]

The Accidental HR Manager: How to Handle HR Like a Pro

April 14, 2025April 14, 2025

When you started your role, HR probably wasn’t on your to-do list. Maybe you were hired as an office manager, an operations lead, or even a finance specialist – yet here you are, handling employee onboarding, performance reviews, and policy updates. If this sounds familiar, welcome to the world of accidental HR! Many small business […]