Liz Owers, FCIPD
As an HR leader with over 20 years of experience across a variety of sectors, both in-house and as a consultant, Liz is passionate and committed to supporting businesses to achieve their objectives through aligning HR strategy and interventions to commercial needs with a people centred approach.
10th October HR Halloween Nightmares
A spooky look at some HR nightmares from the MAD-HR Team, from ghost employees to skeletons in the closet, just in time for Halloween.
25th September Embracing the future of work – what are the future trends in the workplace?
Advice and opinions from the MAD-HR Team, focussing on the future trends in the workplace and how your business can grow.
9th September Positive Discrimination: how to stay within the law
What steps can an employer lawfully take to improve the diversity of their workforce? We explore positive action vs. positive discrimination.
1st September Neurodiversity in the Workplace – Top Tips to Embrace Neurodiversity
We’re all unique; some of us think and work differently. We explore top tips for supporting and embracing neurodiversity in your business.
21st August Leadership for Innovators
Being a successful innovator demands more than just ideas. Read our blog to find out how this can affect your business.
15th August The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 – are you ready?
Soon the law on flexible working will change. Do you know how those changes will affect your business and what your new responsibilities are?
16th June ESG – What is it and should we be doing it?
If you are unsure what ESG is, and what impact it could have on your business growth, please read this article.
5th June Working Time Regulations, TUPE & Non-compete Clauses – Proposed legislative changes
Find out how proposed employment law amendments to several areas of UK Employment law will impact your business.
30th January The 4-day work week – could it really work?
The 4 day work week is trending, but what are the real-world implications of adopting a shorter working week? Find out here!
26th January Summer internships and experience – is it ever possible to employ temporary young staff legally and ethically?
The summer period sees many more students and young adults wanting to work, but how do you appoint seasonal roles without ‘taking advantage’?
23rd January Purpose – What’s your why? And why does it matter?
Liz Owers explores what 'purpose' means in business, and how you can discover your purpose in order to progress.
12th January Employment contracts – how well do you know the different types?
The right type of employment contract ensures you reflect the engagement between the relevant parties and that the correct protections are in place.
9th January What can HR metrics do for you?
Want to make your HR strategy more effective? Check out these key HR metrics and see how they can help.
5th January Workplace motivation – Working from home
How can you motivate employees working from home? Here are some helpful thoughts from a MAD-HR employee's perspective.
23rd December Can Employees Have a Second Job? The Truth about Overemployment
The increased cost of living begs the question, 'can employees have a second job?' and also, 'can you stop them?'. Here are the answers.
8th December Appraisals – What you need to know!
The time spent together by manager and employee during a performance appraisal can be hugely valuable… when done right. Here's what you should know.
1st December Fancy a career in HR Consulting with MAD-HR?
If you're motivated, love working with people and are interested in helping organisations to operate better, HR consultancy could be for you.
28th November How can employers help with the cost of living?
With the cost of living continuing to rise, we explore how employers can support their staff during this difficult time.
23rd November Alternatives to redundancy – Lay-Offs and short-time working
What alternatives are there to redundancy? For some employers, lay-offs and short-term working may be just what you are looking for.
14th November Financial well-being – Supporting your employees
Financial wellbeing is part of employee wellbeing. Here's how to format your wellbeing strategy to support your staff financially.
