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The Employee Lifecycle is much more than just hiring and hoping for the best – it’s a strategic process that, done right, creates a workplace where people actually want to stay (and thrive)! From recruitment to onboarding, development and even the not-so-fun parts...

April is always a month of change for employment law and employment updates. We know that over the next 18 months there will be a lot to keep up with but what is happening right now? Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 From 6 April 2025 there will be a new...

Your workspace is more than just desks and chairs – it’s a reflection of your company culture. The way your workspace is designed and maintained can influence employee morale, productivity and how your business is perceived by visitors. A well-thought-out workspace...

Recruiting the right talent isn’t just about placing ads and conducting interviews – it’s a process that starts with creating a clear job advert and extends all the way to onboarding. A streamlined recruitment process not only helps fill positions faster but also...

As you know if you follow our social media, here at vivoHR we’re all for celebrating ‘fun holidays’ (May the 4th be with you … and the like) and they can be a fantastic way to bring a team together and add some joy to the workplace. However, beyond the light-hearted...

Burnout is more than just stress — it’s a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged and excessive pressure. Short-term stress can sometimes be a motivator but, long-term, unrelenting stress can lead individuals to feel overwhelmed,...

SMART goals can be extremely helpful in fostering that sense of ‘the bigger picture’ and connecting an individual’s purpose with the shared vision. Have you heard about the time John F. Kennedy visited NASA and spoke to a man who was carrying a broom down the hallway?...

Did you know that January is named after the Roman god ‘Janus’, the god of beginnings and endings? He is also the god of doors, depicted with two faces, one looking backwards and the other looking forwards. As we step into 2025, the start of the new year is the...

It’s cold and dark, you wake up in the morning, look at the clock, and realize it’s one of those days when you just can’t make it to work. We’re not talking about the genuine reasons here, we’re sharing some of the more inventive reasons for work absences and how to...