Employee monitoring is nothing new. From CCTV in the staff room or just ‘punching’ in and out, it’s happened for decades!. I don’t think anyone even questions these traditional surveillance methods. In many cases we go about our day forgetting they exist. However, remote and hybrid working is now the new norm, and subsequently new…
Hush trips are the latest trend hitting employers. These are trips to vacation destinations taken by remote workers who don’t tell their boss they are changing location and don’t book annual leave when they go. The remote worker will apparently put in the hours and remain productive but they plan on enjoying leisure activities…
I’m not going to sugar-coat this. In normal times, staff appraisals or performance reviews are seen by many of us as being horrendous! So, the idea of staff appraisals with remote workers leaves me fearing the worst for all involved. I’m sure I’m not alone in saying I have sometimes bounced into my own…
In amongst the positive news of businesses reopening we must remember that the pandemic has changed people in many different ways. You might be chomping at the bit to return to the office but there will be those who are more hesitant. This may be down to health concerns or the practical benefits of working…