What is Outplacement Support? “Outplacement” is used to support employees facing a job loss with the transition to the next phase of their career. It is usually facilitated by an external provider and funded by the employer. Many employers facing the unpleasant task of making cuts question whether spending money on outplacement is counter-intuitive, [...]
Following on from a general overview of managing performance issues in the workplace and the crucial role of management, here are my practical tips for line managers dealing with a performance issue: Explain the shortfall(s) in an honest discussion with your member of staff. Stick to the facts. Carefully consider the employee’s perception of [...]
Performance issue? It’s an HR problem, right? Wrong! The management of a poorly performing member of staff is something that anyone with supervisory or management responsibilities should be fully au fait with. As well as ensuring the fundamentals are addressed (identifying the issue, considering whether the company has done all it can to support [...]
I was tasked with reducing absence levels in a new business area, which had been transferred in through TUPE. Absence levels stood at >9%. The new employer wanted to reduce it to match the rest of the business, which at the time stood at <3%. I consulted with recognised Trade Unions to introduce a [...]
