People Puzzles Midlands August Newsletter

I hope you're having a great summer and have found time to relax and do something beyond work—though I know it can be a bit of a balancing act during these months, as I’ve experienced myself. After a wonderful week in the Canaries and another spent with grandparents in the stunning County Wexford, Ireland (including surfing lessons in the Irish Sea), both of my daughters are heading off to secondary school next week. It's a big milestone and marks the beginning of a new chapter for our family.

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Refresh and Reset

September often marks the beginning of a new chapter in business too, offering a prime opportunity to reset and reassess priorities.

Just today, I visited a thriving company in the East Midlands focused on upskilling their leadership team, boosting employee engagement, and positioning themselves as an 'Employer of Choice' to attract and retain top talent. Earlier this week, I met with a business leader preparing for an exit, seeking our assistance in readying the leadership team for upcoming changes. This transition will allow the current CEO to gradually step back while empowering future leaders to step up, all while preserving the company’s cherished culture.

Across the Midlands region, businesses are undergoing resets of various scales, and we are always thrilled to support leaders and their teams in navigating these transformations to achieve commercial success.

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Rebooting for growth

Fast growing business Total Enterprise Solutions (TES) in Staffordshire had its sights set on global expansion but realised that this required pressure to be taken off the CEO and a strategic approach to people planning.

We implemented a clear people strategy and engaged workforce to help them achieve their ambitious plans and become an Employer of Choice.

“We are moving faster, we are getting more things done, but it is requiring less time from me.” Paul Faulkner, CEO, TES

Watch the video here:

Transforming retention and engagement at TES (peoplepuzzles.co.uk)

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Looking Ahead

If you’re unsure about how the government changes might affect your business in the coming months, I’d urge you to check out our Employment Rights Bill hub, which we will be updating with relevant advice and guidance to help you navigate the changes ahead,

Despite the shifts in the political landscape, our core principles remain the same. We need to stay adaptable, but our commitment to our teams should never waver. By focusing on strong onboarding practices, identifying and nurturing potential, and maintaining a positive culture, we can ensure our businesses not only survive but thrive in this new era.

If?you need any support with your people strategy, or maybe need to establish or develop your current HR capabilities, don’t hesitate to reach out. Sometimes, a fresh perspective can spark some great ideas or help to solve a more immediate problem. We’re here to help you create a workplace where people love to turn up every day.

Wishing you all the best for the months ahead.

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Best Wishes

Nicola

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