Like any business, you’re always looking for ways to save money. One option is to send an employee on a much-needed external training course and then get them to train others on their return. Is this
a wise idea?
Published 18.04.2016
Your business needs to train some employees and, as you don’t have the appropriate expertise in-house, an external training provider is required. What questions will help ensure that you maximise
your return on investment?
Published 19.01.2017
An employee recently completed a costly training course which you funded entirely. Despite this, they’ve just resigned to work for a competitor. Can you claw back the training costs you incurred from
the employee?
Published 08.07.2015
With the HSE’s current focus on workplace safety culture, effective training is becoming more important. It protects your workers and demonstrates your duty of care. But do you know how effective
your safety training really is?
Published 27.06.2023
Another director has come to you in a panic. They’ve heard that under new rules, all employees who are first aiders must now undergo annual refresher training with an accredited trainer. How can you
put their mind at rest?
Published 27.10.2009
Getting the most from your staff is important at all times but vital when trading conditions are more difficult. Had you thought about improving your own skills to get the best from your workers? If
so, help is at hand?
Published 19.11.2008
The government recently granted many employees the statutory right to request time off to train. So does the company have any grounds on which it can turn them down? Also, would it have to foot the
bill where it agreed?
Published 28.04.2010
Official statistics show that one-in-four apprentices fail to complete their training: this is three times better than a decade ago. But does this improvement warrant committing your company to
taking on and training an apprentice?
Published 17.05.2011
According to new research, many employees feel that they would have settled into a business much more quickly if they had received a proper induction. What should an induction for a new starter
include?
Published 13.10.2017
Recruiting a junior member of staff can cost £4,000 and there’s always a risk it won’t work out. Internal promotions can be an appealing alternative but what steps do you need to take to increase the
chances of it working out?
Published 04.06.2020