Handling conflict isn’t how you want to spend your time or energy. Two employees aren’t getting on. It’s awkward, distracting and pulling you into something you didn’t create and don’t particularly want to referee. It can be really tempting to turn a blind eye and...
Can I fire someone for poor performance? Poor performance is one of the hardest issues to deal with as a business owner. You rely on your team to keep things running and when someone is not delivering it affects productivity, morale and your own time too. It is...
When something serious happens at work, it can be hard to know what to do next. You want to protect your team and your business, but you also want to be fair. Suspending someone might feel like the simplest option, but it should only be used when there’s no other way...
You hired someone promising. Three weeks in, your gut’s telling you something’s off. Probation exists for exactly this reason but handling it fairly while protecting your business can be tricky. What probation actually means Probation isn’t a legal...
Don’t get caught out: Is my freelancer actually an employee? Freelancers look like the perfect solution for small businesses. But this seemingly simple arrangement can hide unexpected risks that could impact your business. Why employment status matters...
Hidden legal risks when scaling Growing your business feels amazing. More customers, more revenue, more people wanting to join your team. You’re finally getting somewhere. But growth brings some unexpected legal challenges along with it that weren’t even...
