Consensus HR Blogs & HR Insights
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Are Your Managers Solving Problems or Creating Them?
By Matthew Chilcott – Owner, Consensus HR FCIPD, ACEL, BA (Hons)Managers have one of the greatest influences on workplace culture, employee engagement and business performance.Yet many organisations spend considerable time recruiting talented employees whilst investing far less time in developing the managers responsible for leading them.The result can be a workplace where managers unintentionally create […]
Why Good Employees Leave Good Businesses
By Matthew Chilcott – Owner, Consensus HR FCIPD, ACEL, BA (Hons)One of the most common comments I hear from employers is:”We were surprised they resigned. We thought they were happy.”The reality is that employees rarely make the decision to leave overnight. More often, the decision develops over weeks or months as frustrations, concerns or unmet […]
The Most Expensive Employee Problem Is Often the One You Cannot See
By Matthew Chilcott – Owner, Consensus HR FCIPD, ACEL, BA (Hons)Many business owners tell me that they do not have people problems.However, throughout my HR career I have often found that the most expensive workplace problems are not the ones employers can see. They are the issues quietly developing beneath the surface which eventually emerge […]
Exit Interviews: One of the Most Valuable Business Tools Employers Rarely Use
Every Resignation Provides an Opportunity to LearnWhen an employee resigns, many employers focus solely on replacing them.However, a departing employee can often provide valuable insights that help improve business performance, employee retention and workplace culture.This is where exit interviews can become an extremely useful management tool.Unfortunately, many organisations either fail to conduct exit interviews or […]
Workplace Gossip: The Hidden Risk That Can Damage Teams and Productivity
“It’s Only a Bit of Office Chat”Many workplace issues begin with what employees often describe as harmless conversation.However, what starts as informal discussion can quickly develop into rumours, misunderstandings, damaged relationships and workplace conflict.Workplace gossip remains one of the most underestimated causes of employee relations problems.Whilst employees naturally communicate and socialise with colleagues, there is […]
The Cost of Poor Management Training: Why Technical Experts Do Not Always Make Great Managers
Promoting the Best Employee Is Not Always the Best Management Decision One of the most common mistakes businesses make is assuming that because somebody excels in their current role, they will automatically become an effective manager. Many organisations identify their highest-performing employee, reward them with a promotion and then expect them to lead a team […]
The Hidden Cost of Keeping the Wrong Employee
Most employers can identify at least one situation where an employee’s performance, conduct or attendance has become a challenge. What many businesses fail to recognise is the true cost of delaying action. Poor performance rarely affects only one individual. It can impact: Team morale. Customer service. Productivity. Management time. Workplace culture. Business profitability. Managers often […]
Employment Law Changes Are Coming Again – Is Your Business Prepared?
Employment law remains one of the fastest changing areas affecting UK businesses. Many employers are aware that changes are coming, but fewer fully understand how these developments may affect their organisation, policies, contracts and management practices. During 2026, businesses continue to monitor developments arising from the Employment Rights Act reforms, changes to employee rights and […]
The Hidden Cost of Poor Workplace Communication
Communication remains one of the most important aspects of successful people management. Whilst many employers focus on policies, procedures and systems, poor communication continues to be a major cause of workplace conflict, grievances and employee disengagement. Why Communication Matters Employees need clarity regarding: Their role. Business expectations. Performance standards. Organisational changes. Company objectives. When communication […]
Why Every Business Should Carry Out Annual Employee Handbook Reviews
Why Every Business Should Carry Out Annual Employee Handbook Reviews Many businesses spend significant time creating an employee handbook but then fail to review it regularly. Unfortunately, an outdated handbook can create significant risks for employers and confusion for employees. Employment legislation, case law, and workplace expectations continue to evolve, making regular reviews essential. What […]
Employment Law Changes Coming in January 2027: Why Employers Should Start Preparing Now
Many business owners are aware that significant employment law reforms are on the horizon, but fewer appreciate how much preparation may be required before the expected implementation date in January 2027. The Government’s Employment Rights reforms are expected to change several areas of employment law, including the qualifying period for unfair dismissal protection and how […]