Episodes
Breaking down the key HR and business changes arriving in 2026, including wage increases, new sick pay rules, updated paternity rights, frozen tax thresholds, business rate pressures and fresh apprenticeship funding. A clear, informative look at what employers need to prepare for in the year ahead.
Natalie, Faye and Chris unwrap the hilarious and chaotic “12 Days of HR Christmas,” tackling festive workplace blunders from Secret Santa slip-ups to office party mayhem with humour and heart.
Natalie, Faye and Chris are joined by Adam from Breathe HR to explore hilarious real-life HR stories — from sticky notes and #Smellgate to toilet-door holiday planners — and how smart software can fix the chaos.
Self-doubt and the fear of being "found out" affect everyone - find out how to reclaim your confidence
Natalie and Faye tackle workplace surveillance — from CCTV and keystroke logging to mouse jigglers and geo-fencing — with real cases, legal must-dos and humane, practical ways to build trust, protect people, and stay on the right side of the law.
Holiday requests, WhatsApp mutinies and HR madness — Natalie and Fay break down real workplace clashes in this hilarious and eye-opening episode.
Natalie and Fay reveal how workplace mistakes end up in costly tribunals — and how to avoid them!
Natalie and Faye unwrap the do’s, don’ts, and downright disasters of dismissals—from fiery exits to tribunal troubles—in this special 10th episode!
Severance-style workplaces, data breaches, and post-resignation chaos — HR Unboxed dives deep into the drama shaping today’s working world.
Middle managers juggle it all—absenteeism, performance woes, and even awkward dress code chats—so why do they get none of the credit?
Are workplace grievances legit concerns or just office drama? Natalie and Chris break it all down with insight, humour, and real-life HR nightmares!
Shocking, hilarious, and cringe-worthy workplace confessions revealed—what would HR say?
Practical advice for managing Christmas work events
A complete guide for small businesses employing their first member of staff including potential pitfalls and best practice
This episode covers managing employee absences, addressing mental health at work, navigating performance issues, and fostering open communication in the workplace.
Teamwork triumphs on Mount Snowdon, 60 employment law changes loom, and a chef wins £80,000 for workplace harassment
Meet Natalie and Faye and discover how this podcast will help you break down the complexities HR for small businesses