Top Tips to Get Comfortable Talking About Mental Health in the Workplace

16/01/2025

Top Tips to Get Comfortable Talking About Mental Health in the Workplace

Talking about mental health can feel uncomfortable, but it’s one of the most powerful ways to break down stigma, build understanding, and create a more supportive workplace. As Time to Talk Day approaches on 6 February 2025, Mind is asking everyone to “get comfortable” talking about mental health. It’s an opportunity for teams, colleagues, and […]

The Reality of Compressed Hours for UK Workplaces

06/01/2025

The Reality of Compressed Hours for UK Workplaces

As businesses navigate evolving workplace dynamics, compressed working hours are emerging as a compelling alternative to traditional work patterns. Whilst Labour has ruled out mandating a four-day week, the party’s support for flexible arrangements, including compressed hours, signals a significant shift in British workplace culture. Compressed Hours From Employee Perspective A study from Indeed UK (2023) […]

How Businesses Can Adapt to Key Personality Types

15/11/2024

How Businesses Can Adapt to Key Personality Types

The average workplace will have a mixture of key personality types, from introverts and extroverts to those who are more task-oriented than people-oriented.  Online DISC Profile recognises four main personality types that people identify with: dominance, influence, steadiness, and conscientiousness (DISC) which businesses need to familiarise themselves with. “Business managers who recognise their employees’ different personality […]

The Impact of an Underqualified Workforce & How to Tackle It

12/11/2024

The Impact of an Underqualified Workforce & How to Tackle It

Stark new statistics reveal that 28% of the UK workforce are underqualified for their jobs across many of the country’s major industries. This suggests that many employers and workers need to find new ways to improve floundering productivity, with a further 27% citing a lack of digital skills required for increasingly tech-centric job roles. David Banaghan, Co-Founder and Interim […]

How to Create Workplaces That Encourage Collaboration & Innovation

30/10/2024

How to Create Workplaces That Encourage Collaboration & Innovation

With searches for “work burnout” increasing by 47.38%, businesses must design workplaces that are tailored to employees’ needs and accommodate evolving team dynamics and project demands. Flexible spaces help to achieve this, creating a positive environment that encourages collaboration, integration and innovation, which is beneficial for the success of a business.   Studio Alliance office design experts have provided five practical tips to encourage this within the workplace.  Tips for Creating […]

5 Do’s & Dont’s of Office Design for a Productive & Happy Team

08/08/2024

5 Do’s & Dont’s of Office Design for a Productive & Happy Team

The office is changing and trends such as office pods and Scandinavian design features are on the rise. It’s never been more important to be thoughtful about how the office looks and feels to encourage people to commute in, so take a look below for some crucial do’s and don’ts for the design of a happy and […]

Navigating a Multigenerational Workplace

01/08/2024

Navigating a Multigenerational Workplace

We spend the majority of our lives in the workplace, where we come into contact with people we would perhaps not encounter in our everyday. This ever-shifting diversity of ages, creates a multigenerational workspace that requires careful balance. This article will explore the possible conflict that can arise with this, as well as ways to […]

Employee Retention Mistakes: Data-Backed Ways to Keep Your Employees

11/06/2024

Employee Retention Mistakes: Data-Backed Ways to Keep Your Employees

Employee retention is a top priority for businesses to maintain a stable and productive workforce. Unfortunately, many companies are making mistakes and aren’t necessarily aware of what really motivates employees, in order to have an effective retention strategy. A recent survey conducted by talent acquisition specialists Talos 360 sheds light on the most impactful retention tactics that […]

Working From Home – How To Stay Motivated

08/04/2024

Working From Home – How To Stay Motivated

As a flexible way for employees to carry out duties, working from home has become a staple work offering within the modern workplace and has seen a significant shift in application across businesses worldwide. Spearheaded by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and paired with the increased availability of video and instant messaging platforms such […]