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Reward Your Team Properly Without Adding a Pound to Payroll
Employing people isn’t getting any cheaper. Between rising costs and ongoing changes in employment law, many small business owners are taking a step back and asking the same question: how do we look after our team without committing to higher fixed costs? The good...
Tribunal changes are coming: is your business ready for what is changing next?
Smaller businesses are far more likely to find themselves facing employment tribunal claims than many owners realise. Why is that? Because in businesses with fewer than 250 employees, people issues are often handled informally. Managers are doing their best without...
When a New Hire Brings a Long-Term Health Condition: Getting the Balance Right from Day One
This isn’t the start you had in mind. You’ve just brought someone into the business who felt like a great fit. Right skills, good attitude, someone you could see adding value quickly. Then, during those early conversations, they tell you they’re managing a long-term...
How to resolve conflict in the workplace
Conflict between employees is one of those issues that quietly drains time and energy. It rarely sits neatly in your diary, and it is often something you find yourself pulled into when you would much rather be focusing on running the business. In most cases, it does...
How do you actually calculate holiday pay?
Holiday pay is one of those areas that sounds straightforward until you’re the one responsible for getting it right. On the surface, it feels simple. Someone takes time off, you pay them. But once you look beyond fixed salaries and neat working patterns, it quickly...
Being Featured in The Business Magazine. A Moment to Reflect
We are incredibly proud to share that Go HR has been featured in The Business Magazine Winter 2025/26 edition. Press features are often about growth figures or milestones. This one felt different. This article tells the real story behind Go HR. Not just what we do,...
How to Manage Remote Team Performance Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Best People)
6 proven strategies to improve the performance of hybrid and remote working work for your business Managing performance is tough enough face-to-face. But when your team’s scattered across dining tables, garden offices, and the odd beach hut (you hope it’s a working...
Scaling your business? Don’t ignore the people part
More sales and bigger targets are great.But growth that sticks? That comes from getting your people, processes, and culture right. That’s where we come in. At Go HR, we help business owners scale with less stress and a lot more confidence—by making sure your team’s...
The Business Owner’s Guide to Absence Management
The Business Owner's Guide to Absence Management Managing and reducing employee absence is a crucial aspect of running a successful business. Absenteeism can have a significant impact on productivity, profitability, and team morale. In this guide, we explore why...
Why an Employee Offboarding Process is Essential for Your Small Business
When an employee leaves your business, do you have a plan in place? Or do you simply let them walk out the door and hope for the best? In HR, we talk a lot about the 'Employee Life Cycle'—the different stages an employee goes through, from recruitment to exit. Most...
How to Build an Effective HR Strategy That Delivers Real Impact
Why HR Strategy Matters A strong HR strategy isn't just about ticking boxes for compliance; it's a key driver of business success. Whether you're a small business owner or managing a growing team, your HR strategy shapes how your employees contribute to your goals,...
Build an Effective Learning & Development Strategy
A strong Learning & Development (L&D) strategy is essential for business success. When done right, it enhances employee performance, boosts engagement, and drives organisational growth. But how can business owners build an L&D strategy that delivers real...
The Importance of Managing Business Culture
Business culture is the invisible fabric that holds an organisation together. It shapes how employees interact, how decisions are made, and how customers perceive your business. While it’s often associated with large corporations, business culture is just as important...
Stay Ahead in 2025 with Expert HR Support from Go HR
As a business owner, navigating the ever-evolving world of HR compliance and workforce management can be daunting. With new legislative changes, such as the upcoming Employment Rights Bill and enhanced duties to prevent workplace harassment, staying compliant is...
When Should You Take a Closer Look at Your Company’s Org Chart?
For any construction business, having a clear, up-to-date org chart isn’t just a formality – it’s a powerful tool for staying organised, efficient, and ready for growth. But when was the last time you really looked at your organisation chart? Your org chart does more...