The Bright Business Owner

Let’s talk June 2026 Football at Work

As football fever hits, employers are wondering how to deal with last-minute absences, workers who are the worse for wear, and employees going viral for the wrong reasons. In this episode of the BrightHR podcast, Ellis Daniel and Gemma O’Connor run through the biggest challenges and concerns for employers, and help you keep your eye on the ball.  For more information and to book a free demo ⁠head to our website⁠ [https://www.brighthr.com/book-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=webinar].

Let's talk Neurodiversity

A third of neurodivergent employees are dissatisfied with the support they are receiving from their employer. And ADHD-related employment tribunal claims alone have increased by 750% since the COVID pandemic. Bright HR host Ellis Daniel, Senior Employment Law Advisor, talks to Mabel Hastings, Commerial Solicitor at Irwell Law, about inclusion, reasonable adjustments, and equality. With real-life case studies and practical actions for business owners.  For more information and to book a free demo ⁠head to our website⁠ [https://www.brighthr.com/book-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=webinar].

Let's talk Employment Rights Act 2025

“Yousaf Mahmood: Let’s talk Employment Rights Act 2025” The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces 28 key reforms and 173 new pieces of law throughout 2026 and 2027. Estimated to cost £1 billion per year, there are plenty of changes for small business owners to get their heads around. In this episode of the BrightHR podcast, Ellis Daniel and Yousaf Mahmood run through the biggest challenges and concerns for employers, and answer the most frequently asked questions. For more information and to book a free demo ⁠head to our website⁠ [https://www.brighthr.com/book-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=webinar].

Let's talk mental health

Let's talk mental health. In 2025, 64% of organisations reported experiencing staff absences related to stress, with this figure rising to 84% in the public sector. In this episode, Anisha Kumar, Wellbeing Counsellor, and Ellis Daniel, Senior Employment Law Advisor discuss the causes of workplace stress, an employer’s duty of care, and why a compassionate approach is the best course of action. With practical actions for business owners including advice on policy and procedure, flexible working, and where to get support.   For more information and to book a free demo head to our website [https://www.brighthr.com/book-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=webinar].

Let's Talk AI & HR

Let’s talk AI & HR.  From HR to sales, marketing to operations, find out how AI can transform your business. In this episode, Al Brown, Global AI and Technology Director, and Ellis Daniel, Senior Employment Law Advisor, discuss the risks and challenges of AI implementation.  Whether you’re new to AI or already using it, this conversation will give you actionable insights into running your business smoothly and efficiently.  For more information and to book a free demo head to our website [https://www.brighthr.com/schedule-a-demo/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=webinar].