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Why Accredited HRi Certified Consultants Give SMEs Peace of Mind

When you’re running a small business, the stakes are high — and getting HR right can feel like one more thing on a very long to-do list. In moments like these, HRi Certified consultants offer a steady hand. Working with…

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Closing the Empathy Gap in Men’s Health

Closing the Empathy Gap in Men’s Health: How HR Independents Can Support Health and Wellbeing   Men’s Health Week and Men’s Health Month both aim to raise awareness about men’s health issues, but they serve distinct purposes. In 2025, Men’s…

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3 HR Myths That Could Be Holding Your Business Back

When you’re leading a growing business, HR can feel like just one more thing on an already packed to-do list. Between sales, clients, operations—and everything in between—it’s easy to assume HR can wait. But at HRi, we’ve seen the same myths…

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What HRi Certified® Means for SMEs: Boosting Your HR Consultant Experience

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), selecting the right independent HR consultant goes beyond managing basic employee tasks. It’s about partnering with someone who truly understands your business and can guide you through the complexities of people management. In today’s…

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Managing Stress as an HR Indie

April is Stress Awareness Month—and if you’re an independent HR professional, chances are you’re no stranger to stress. When you’re running your own practice, it often feels like you’re wearing all the hats: consultant, business owner, admin, marketer, IT support,…

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is broken.

For years, organisations have championed EDI initiatives, investing in unconscious bias training, diverse hiring panels and inclusive leadership programmes. Yet, despite these efforts, neurodivergent individuals — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and other cognitive differences — continue to be…

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Accelerating Gender Equality

Gender equality is essential for business success, innovation, and employee well-being. Yet, challenges like the gender pay gap and underrepresentation in leadership persist. According to the ONS Gender Pay Gap Report 2024, while progress is happening, disparities remain, particularly for…

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Barclays Tribunal Ruling: £50k Fine for Sex Discrimination Case

Sex discrimination in the workplace, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, occurs when an employee is treated differently because of their sex in specific situations. The employment tribunal ruling in the case of Ms. Anca Lacatus v Barclays Execution…

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How Can HRi Standards Help Independent HR Consultants Measure Up and Build Credibility?

The HR profession is evolving rapidly. Independent HR consultants playing an increasingly vital role in helping businesses navigate workforce challenges and implement effective people strategies. For these professionals, establishing their credibility in the industry requires more than just experience and…

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HRi Certified® – The Mark of Excellence in HR Consultancy

The trademarking of HRi Certified® marks a significant milestone in the recognition of HRi Accreditation. It reinforces your commitment to industry-leading standards, whether you’ve achieved Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum accreditation. For independent HR and People practitioners, credibility, trust, and…

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Employment Tribunal Cases of 2024 in Review

As 2024 draws to a close and we look ahead to 2025, we’ve compiled a selection of key employment tribunal cases from the past year. These cases shed light on critical employment issues and offer valuable insights for addressing workplace…

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Cracking Down on Late Payments

Chasing overdue invoices isn’t just frustrating—it can feel like a full-time job. If you’ve faced this challenge, you’re far from alone. Late payment remains one of the most pressing issues for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK. For…

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Autumn Budget 2024: Navigating Key Changes for SMEs with the Help of HR Consultants

The Autumn Budget 2024 brings impactful changes for businesses across the UK. And small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique challenges with the updated regulations. The changes span across National Insurance Contributions, benefits reporting, hiring incentives, and sustainability measures. This…

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Networking Myths Busted: Unlocking the Power of Connection

Networking is not everyone’s favourite thing to do. It can be uncomfortable walking into a room full of people, many of which you may not know, and breaking into conversations already in flow. But if there is one thing we…

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