Learning from Europe’s approach to working hours
There’s more to the EU than the Working Time Directive. Whilst EU employees should be guaranteed these standards, many European countries have their own approach to working hours. This impacts upon their citizens’ subsequent work-life balance; something UK businesses could certainly learn from. However, depending on the EU nation that you look at, their rules […]
Motivating millennials in the Middle East
There’s so much rich insight coming out of the academic sector that HR professionals need to know. At Academics’ Corner we feature the best HR researchers that tell you what they’ve found and what you need to do differently on the back of the research. Get connected to the academic sector through Academics’ Corner and […]
“Work will not get exhausted. It never did,” says Professor Armin Trost on robotic workers
Professor Armin Trost will be appearing at HR Tech Europe on March 24 and 25 in London, UK. What qualities will define talent as more jobs are consumed by computers and there is even more competition for fewer places? Many jobs will be taken over by computers and droids. While this happens new jobs and […]
Are you part of the culture club?
The might of globalisation How big is Planet Earth? A quick Google search will tell you that it’s the fifth largest of the eight planets in the solar system, with a radius of 6,371km and a surface area of 510,072,000 km². And yet, despite the almost incomprehensible size and volume of the planet we live on, […]
Third Culture Kids – international education for children
Were you ever the new student at school? If so, it’s likely you can recall just how overwhelming it can be. The first day of school for any child is full of anxious moments and nervous feelings about the unknown. Imagine what this must be like for children who are starting a new school in […]
UN International Day of Happiness – what does it mean to be happy at work?
Did you know there’s a dedicated word in the Scandinavian languages for the concept of being happy at work? In Danish, the word is: arbejdsglaede. Wonder what this says about the working culture of the Danes that they have such a word and we don’t? Today is the United Nations International Day of Happiness, an […]
Doing business in Russia – cultural considerations for HR
The Russian Federation is the world’s largest country, stretching across the northeast of Europe and the north of Asia. Russia borders fourteen other countries and is situated across eight separate time zones. It experiences some of the world’s harshest weather, with winter temperatures plunging to an average low in Moscow of -10C in February and […]
UK workers to see pay squeeze in 2014
Salary rises across the world will decline in 2014, according to forecast data from global management consultancy Hay Group. Pay will increase by 5.2% on average globally, driven largely by robust growth in emerging markets. This figure represents a 0.3% decline compared to last year. Staff in Europe will see an average pay rise of […]
Employing people overseas – tax and social security considerations
International business expansion normally means recruiting people in overseas territories or sending UK employees to work outside the UK. For HR departments this can present numerous challenges, especially where businesses are operating internationally for the first time. One of the key practical challenges is paying employees who are located overseas, whilst ensuring that the company […]
Doing business in Germany – cultural considerations for HR
The Federal Republic of Germany is the European Union’s most populous country, the EU’s largest economy and the world’s fourth largest economy. According to the IMF, Germany has achieved a GDP of $US3.4 trillion in 2011, and enjoys a relatively low unemployment rate of 5.7% which is significantly lower than most EU countries. Germany’s economy […]
Doing business in France – cultural considerations for HR
The French Republic is the European Union’s second most populous country, the EU’s second largest economy and the world’s fifth largest economy. According to the IMF, France has achieved a GDP of $US2.2 trillion in 2012. France suffers from a reasonably high unemployment rate, currently estimated at 9.8%, which is higher than many of the […]
Doing business in the USA – cultural considerations for HR
The USA is the world’s largest national economy and, according to many, the world’s only remaining superpower. Even with the tremendous growth of emerging economies in parts of Asia, South America and Africa, US GDP is approximately double that of China, the world’s next largest economy. Although the US may seem familiar to many, thanks […]
Doing business in Saudi Arabia – cultural considerations for HR
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the Middle East’s largest market. As the world’s largest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia also recognises the need to diversify its economy as its future cannot rely on oil revenues alone. King Abdullah is leading the way in economic reforms, with special economic zones being developed and by welcoming businesses […]
Doing business in Libya – cultural considerations for HR
Libya has been under the control of many people throughout its existence, including the Persians, Greeks, Romans, Vandals, Ottomans and Italians. Libya was also ruled by Islamic Caliphates and, immediately after its independence in 1951, by King Idris, Libya’s only king. King Idris was overthrown in a military coup d’état in 1969, led by Colonel […]
Doing business in Egypt – cultural considerations for HR
The Arab Republic of Egypt is potentially a very lucrative market for organisations looking to expand into North Africa. However, many challenges remain. Political stability issues and market practices that can come across as outdated or heavily bureaucratic can put off many organisations that may otherwise have a good fit in Egypt. On the other […]
Doing business in India – cultural considerations for HR
The second most populous country in the world, the Republic of India has gone through an economic transformation over the past 20 years to become one of the world’s fastest developing economies. India’s long and rich history has formed a strong cultural identity amongst an extraordinarily diverse group of people. However, whilst India is modernising […]
Doing business in China – cultural considerations for HR
The most populous country in the world, The People’s Republic of China has emerged over the last 30 years as one of the world’s leading political and economic powers. At the same time, etiquette and ceremonies still form a key part of Chinese culture. The unique character of the Chinese is built on a strong […]
Book review: Global HR by Peter Reilly & Tony Williams
Title: Global HRAuthors: Peter Reilly & Tony WilliamsISBN: 978-1409402787 Reviewed by Alan Warner, MTP plc This book fills an important gap by trying to capture all the challenges faced by those in key positions in the HR function of global companies. It is very well researched, has an impressive list of examples from a wide range […]
Blog: Discretion denied – The implications of change to indefinite leave to remain rules
Before launching into this article, we’d like to wish all our readers a very Happy New Year! We hope that 2013 brings you all success and thank you for following the Newland Chase blog throughout the last year. As ever, we encourage you to get involved and comment below with your own thoughts and experiences […]
Blog: Hiring migrant workers is now a boardroom issue…
The revocation of London Metropolitan University’s student licence this summer shook the Higher Education sector. Although the financial fallout for the university is still yet to be quantified, it is anticipated that the loss of hundreds of international students, coupled with the damage to the university’s reputation, will translate into a massive dent in revenue. […]
