Why you shouldn’t put learning and CPD on hold
With workers continuing to be encouraged to work from home for the next few months, many employers are questioning whether they should put learning and professional development (CPD) on hold. We argue that now it’s more important than ever.
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How to maintain and grow your Company Culture during lockdown
It’s been nearly 12 months since we entered lockdown and some staff members haven’t set foot in their offices in that length of time. So, how do you create and maintain a company culture that keeps your team connected?
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Show your team some love this Valentine’s Day
In the UK, workers spend an average of 3515 days at work (equivalent to one-third of our lifetime) so maybe it’s time that we show the people we work with a little bit of love.
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2021: how businesses can prepare for the challenges ahead
You’ve adapted, adjusted and pivoted your business, embracing the new normal. But, as 2021 progresses what new challenges will you face? Here’s our predictions for the year ahead and ways to overcome them.
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Does your support of home-schooling team members make the grade?
Juggling a work life balance can be difficult at the best of times, but when you throw home schooling into the mix it becomes even more complicated. Find out how you can support your team members who are now home schooling.
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It’s good to be connected
Yes, it’s that time of the year again. The time when we acknowledge that this is known as the gloomiest and most depressing week of the year. So, how can we keep our teams’ spirits up?
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Now is the time to review your HR activities and documents
For any business it’s important to ensure that your HR documents, policies, and activities are up to date but, this year more than ever, all employers should ensure that they have their ducks sitting perfectly in a row.
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Out with the old, in with the new(ish)
As we tentatively welcome 2021 and wonder what this year will bring, it’s important to make sure we’re prepared for whatever the new year will bring. In times of uncertainty, it’s always best to be ready with a plan.
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Merry Christmas from the Dakota Blue Team
A message from the Dakota Blue team, Christmas 2020.
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Keep the home fires burning to avoid burnout
While festivities may be very different this year, they should also be a much-needed excuse to spend a moment to down tools, switch off the laptop, put the phone on silent and take a moment to relax.
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