This month’s HR update looks at what’s ahead in 2026 and how to start the year on solid ground:
๐งพ Getting your HR ready for the year ahead
๐ฌ Why so many resignations happen in January (and how to prevent them)
๐ฐ Latest news on HR and employment updates, ADHD support and parental leave
โ Plus, your questions answered
Read it below ๐
What do you do if an employee raises a serious concern about wrongdoing in your business? That’s whistleblowing. It isn’t just another workplace complaint. It’s about reporting serious issues, like legal violations, fraud or safety risks, and employees are legally protected when they speak up. The latest article sets out a clear step-by-step process to follow if you receive a whistleblower complaint. Read it here ๐
What do you do when a new hire isn’t working out during their introductory period? Handled well, an introductory period gives you a clear way to assess fit, support your employee and protect your business. Handled badly, you risk losing time, money and facing legal headaches. The latest article sets out a straightforward approach to managing introductory periods fairly and effectively. ๐ Read it here.
What do you do when a client makes a complaint about one of your employees? It can be challenging to find the balance. Get it right and you’ll maintain the client relationship while treating your employee fairly. But, get it wrong, and you could risk losing the client and damaging team morale. The latest article tells you everything you need to know. Read it here ๐
It’s a horrible feeling to suspect that someone in your team might be stealing from you. Missing inventory or cash that doesn’t add up could be signs of employee theft. Dealing with it early and fairly helps to protect both your business and your team. Read our step-by-step guide to handling this difficult situation in our latest article below. ๏ปฟ
Here’s your HR and employment checklist for 2026 ๐ There’s a lot happening in the world of HR and employment regulations this year, so we’ve created our 2026 HR checklist to guide you on what to focus on. Read it below.
Research shows that 24% of women exit the labor market in their first year of motherhood. That’s a lot of good people walking away from businesses that invested time and energy in training them. I’ve written about why so many new mothers leave after parental leave, and what keeps them. Read it below ๐
Growing your business feels amazing. More customers, more revenue, more people joining your team. But growth often exposes gaps in your HR foundations that you didn’t even know were there. Processes that worked fine with three employees can quickly cause problems when you have 10 or 15, especially when it comes to compliance and consistency. I’ve written about the legal risks that most often trip up growing businesses, and how to avoid them. Read it below ๐
What’s coming for HR in 2026? We’ve broken down the key workplace trends for next year and what they mean for your business in our latest article. Read it here ๐
Hands up if you're someone who tries to break the ice with a bit of small talk when interviewing someone... I know I am! ๐ It feels natural, but some casual questions can land you in serious trouble. I've written about the 5 things you shouldn't ask in an interview. Read it below ๐
More adults are getting ADHD diagnoses than ever before. That means someone in your business might have ADHD right now, whether you know it or not. Understanding ADHD isn't just about being supportive, it's about unlocking potential you might not even realize exists in your team. I've written about what every small business owner needs to know: ๐ง What ADHD actually looks like in the workplace ๐ช The strengths you might be missing in your team ๐ Simple adjustments that can make a huge difference Read it here๐
