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Wellbeing That Works: From Perk to Business Infrastructure
In this month’s Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine, our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, explores why workplace wellbeing needs to go beyond benefits and awareness initiatives — and how a more practical, holistic approach can help create healthier, more resilient workplaces. With sickness absence currently at historic highs across the UK, workplace wellbeing can no longer merely sit in a benefits brochure. Awareness initiatives have value, but they cannot compensate for excessive w
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Welcome to the August edition of Forrest Scene
Performance Reviews How often should you hold performance reviews? For many businesses, the traditional annual appraisal is no longer enough. Annual reviews provide a useful opportunity to reflect on performance and discuss longer-term development. However, more regular conversations can help managers address challenges earlier, recognise progress and keep employees focused on their goals. A practical approach could include: • An annual formal review • A six-month progress re
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Rethinking the Performance Review: Is Annual Still Enough? - August TWBM article
In this month’s Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine, our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, explores why it’s time to rethink the traditional performance review — and why a once-a-year conversation is no longer enough. For decades, the annual performance appraisal has been a cornerstone of HR practice. It provided a structured, once-a-year opportunity to reflect on an employee’s achievements, set future objectives, and discuss long-term career development. But in today’s fast-paced, d
Aug 132 min read
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