by Niel Cope | Aug 18, 2021 | People Matters News
We can’t quite believe that this month, PMHR celebrate 10 years in business! We’re still amazed at how quickly it happens; it seems as though one day you’re setting up a new company-and the next you’re celebrating 10 years in business! It’s been the fastest decade of...
by Niel Cope | May 17, 2021 | People Matters News
The past 18 months has seen many change in the workplace – from furlough schemes to homeworking. Many things have been tough for businesses, but there are also some positives – and one of these is the focus on “agile working” – which offers staff the ability to work...
by Niel Cope | Mar 30, 2021 | People Matters News
As you would have already been aware, April 2021 saw some pay changes for employers. This included changes to limits in: Compensation for unfair dismissal. Redundancy pay. National minimum wage. Statutory sick pay. Statutory family leave pay. As an employer,...
by People Matters HR | Dec 4, 2020 | People Matters News
As HR consultants and trainers, one area of key focus has always been leadership. We know that businesses need a strong leader to guide and direct the team. Indeed, this is how the most successful organisations succeed. Yet what happens when things go wrong? There’s...
by People Matters HR | Oct 23, 2020 | Niel Cope, People Matters News, Team, Training
Niel Cope is the Managing Director of People Matters HR, a company based in Bury. He spoke on a podcast by The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. During the episode, he appeared alongside Sir Geoff Hurst, the 1966 World Cup champion. About The...
by People Matters HR | Oct 16, 2020 | People Matters News, Team, Training
The workplace changed beyond recognition during the lockdown period. We were working from home, staff were furloughed and for many, business was painfully slow. We know – you’ve heard it all before. What could companies do to keep staff engaged and motivated during...