HR:ER

HR:ER

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HR:ER episodes

  • Is International Women’s Day “Too Much” at Work?
    That’s how one employee feels—he says it makes the workplace "a nightmare". But is this just a difference of opinion or gender discrimination? How should HR respond? Our HR consultancy is breaking it down in HR:ER:

    🤔 Are awareness days effective or just corporate box-ticking?

    👨 Should International Men’s Day get the same spotlight?

    😬 Is discomfort around IWD a sign of gender discrimination?

    💰 The pay gap—myth or reality? And how do we fix it?

    Is International Women's Day too much? Let us know your thoughts at [email protected] and tune in now!


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    31 min
  • Employee Brings Smelly Support Cats to Work
    Emotional Support Animals at Work: Reasonable or Too Far? 🐱

    One employee says their emotional support animal helps manage anxiety—but coworkers are complaining about allergies, hygiene, and distractions.

    ⚖️ What’s a fair accommodation, and what’s impractical?
    🗒️ What authority does a doctor's note carry?
    ⚠️ What workplace issues come with support animals?
    What’s the right balance for employers? Tune into the HR:ER podcast to find out!

    With a built-in grievance system and contract generator, our HR software removes the stress of managing accommodations, grievances, and workplace policies. For more advice, contact our top-rated employment advisors!


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    35 min
  • When Does Banter Become Sexual Harassment?
    When Does Banter Become Sexual Harassment?

    What happens when workplace "banter" crosses the line?

    In this episode, our HR consultancy deals with a real HR crisis: a junior employee reports their supervisor for graphic sexual conversations, dismissing concerns as just "a teenage boy's dream."

    We Diagnose:

    - The fine line between joking and harassment

    - How power dynamics impact workplace behaviour

    - The right way to handle complaints & protect employees

    Is it just banter, or has a serious boundary been crossed?
    Tune in to find out.

    One harassment claim could SHUT your business! A single complaint could cost £30K to £100K - before legal fees. That’s why our HR software + CPD sexual harassment training is the ultimate solution!

    #SexualHarassment #HR #EmploymentLaw #HRER #Podcast


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    36 min
  • Our Top HR Emergencies - HR:ER Turns One! 🎉
    Over the past year, we’ve tackled some of the wildest workplace emergencies you could imagine. From "Is sniffing a shirt sexual harassment?" to "HR hires a murderer," and even "When are you too fat to work?" – these jaw-dropping scenarios are real cases we’ve handled through our HR consultancy.

    In this special birthday episode, hosts Elissa and Oliver take a trip down memory lane, sharing their personal favourites and reflecting on the chaos, the lessons, and yes, the laughs. (Of course, we had cake to celebrate 🎂!)

    If your workplace drama feels like it could belong in our next season, don’t wait for it to spiral out of control. Contact us today for expert advice or a free demo of our software designed to solve HR nightmares before they start.

    https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl


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    25 min
  • Failed ID Checks: Candidate Submits Naked Selfie
    During a routine ID check, a candidate sent… a nude selfie. 😳 Yes, you read that right. It’s one of those moments our HR consultancy never saw coming. So, what’s the next step?

    🤳 Is this considered sexual harassment?

    🔒 Could it violate privacy or data protection laws?

    🤝 What’s the right move with this candidate's offer?

    Our platform integrates TrustID, making ID checks simple, secure, and hassle-free in just a few clicks. Keep your workplace safe and compliant with our sexual harassment e-learning, available for just £35 per user.

    https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146?uuid=c6f44f6d-14ce-4d26-8de4-bc7a344f6d4f


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    39 min
  • Caught on Tape: Employee Illegally Records 300 Hours of Conversations
    What do you do when an employee alleges bullying and a "conspiracy" against them—while refusing to cooperate with investigations? And to top it off, they reveal they've secretly recorded over 300 hours of workplace conversations, including toilet visits? 😱

    This is the crisis our HR consultancy handled in our latest HR:ER episode! It raises BIG questions for HR, including:

    👉 Are secret recordings a violation of privacy laws?

    👉 Can you legally dismiss an employee who won't cooperate?

    👉 How can HR protect the company from an unfair dismissal claim?

    Tune into the full HR:ER episode!

    Need help with a tough grievance? Contact us for HR software with a custom grievance process or expert employment law advice today!


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    37 min
  • HR vs. Employee Theft: Employee Steals Company Car
    UK businesses lose over £183 million annually due to employee theft. As an HR and business leader, you play a pivotal role in safeguarding company assets.

    In the latest episode of HR:ER, our consultancy faced a challenging scenario: an employee was dismissed, stole the company car, and escalated tensions when HR visited their residence to retrieve it, resulting in threats of trespassing from family members.

    Want to reclaim company property? Our employment lawyers and HR software can help you create robust policies to ensure assets are returned promptly and without nasty legal costs. Book an intro call: https://bit.ly/3wiwyyl


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    35 min
  • Christmas Party Gone Wrong: Employee Strips Naked!
    It’s all fun and games until a holiday party goes off the rails! Recently, our HR consultancy tackled a case that got everyone talking. Dave got a bit too merry at the Christmas party - he climbed onto a table, stripped naked, and then told the CEO to f*ck off… 🎄🙈

    Catch the full story and our expert advice on handling holiday party chaos in the latest episode of HR:ER.

    Follow now - and if you’re gearing up for party season, contact our employment lawyers to keep things merry and manageable! https://hroes.co.uk/contact/


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    33 min
  • Without a Trace: Employee Kidnapped!
    Ever had an employee disappear without a trace? Imagine this – an employee goes radio silent for five days, only to return with an astonishing tale of a “mistaken kidnapping.” Is it real, or just a bold cover-up?

    In our latest podcast, we tackle this jaw-dropping HR emergency and dive into the challenges employers face with missing team members.

    Here's what we break down:

    🔍 Fact vs. Fiction: Steps to verify an employee's claim when something doesn’t add up
    🔐 Monitoring Boundaries: What level of workplace oversight is appropriate?
    💼 Support vs. Skepticism: How to balance concern for your employee's well-being with the need for accountability

    👉 Are you dealing with mysterious absences or questionable excuses in your workplace? Connect with our expert employment lawyers at HROES.co.uk and take control of your team’s productivity and well-being.


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    32 min
  • Truth or Lie: Employee Alleged Affair With HR
    How do you handle a rule-breaking employee who faces complaints for misogyny, then when confronted threatens to expose an alleged affair with HR?

    That's what our HR consultancy tackles in our next HR:ER episode! We share our emergency measures to stop sexual harassment from happening in your workplace.

    Got a workplace emergency of your own? Reach out to us and our expert lawyers will help you confidentially manage the situation - https://hroes.co.uk/



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    34 min

About HR:ER

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HR: ER is the emergency room for business owners, HR professionals and anyone else who is responsible for managing or employing a team of people.

Hosted by Hroes founder Elissa Thursfield, with…