STRICTLY COME DANCING CONTROVERSY – High Expectations or Bullying Behaviours?

by McKinney HR Team | 12 Jan 2024 | HR Blog

There is current speculation around Strictly Come Dancing, where former contestant Amanda Abbington has submitted a Subject Access Request for footage of her rehearsal training with dance partner Giovanni Pernice. It is alleged she is suffering from PTSD and is...

Investigations

by McKinney HR Team | 10 Jan 2024 | HR Blog

The prospect of undertaking a workplace investigation can seem a daunting task especially if you have not worked on one before or some time has passed since your last involvement in one. At McKinney HR we are best placed to support you and your organisation to conduct...

Domestic Abuse – the Employer’s Challenge and their Opportunity!

by McKinney HR Team | 20 Dec 2023 | HR Blog

The Christmas period often marks a rise in reports of domestic violence. It is imperative that we can all recognise the common signs within the workplace such as sickness absence, performance issues, lateness, appearing withdrawn or agitated. These can also have an...

Curious about Coaching or Demystifying Coaching?

by McKinney HR Team | 7 Dec 2023 | HR Blog

Do you want a safe space to think, to talk out loud, to be supported (and challenged 😉) as you navigate your current and future aspirations? Do you want to take time to explore your current approaches to managing and leading people, ensuring that you are evolving in...

Neutral Assessment

by McKinney HR Team | 6 Dec 2023 | HR Blog

The two types of conflict resolution that come to mind when considering conflict in the workplace and how to handle it, are investigations and mediations. But what do you do if you are aware that a team or service has problems that are impeding delivery or...