How often do non-HR managers throw a spanner into the process?
No matter how good any of us are at HR, all it takes is one wrong decision, wording of a letter or a misunderstanding and even the simplest process is derailed and unexpectedly going off the rails.
We’ve all been there!
Late on Friday afternoon a line manager barges into your office demanding that you “sack that slacker Sally before the sun sets”.
Sally has been underperforming, coming in late, missing entire workdays—and more—for several months.
But, there’s just no proof! No notes. No cautions. No counselling. Not a single shred of evidence to hang any allegations on, let alone a failure process.
Stepping slo-o-o-owly behind your desk you carefully explain to the ever-angrier manager that you need documentation to move forward and ‘sack’ anyone. The manager’s eyes bulge out, their face turns red, they grip the arms of the chair. And then here it comes:
“But, that’s why we have HR!?”
That’s when you realise both of you could use a nice, cold Gin & Tonic!
No, we are not advocating drinking in the workplace, but about a training that means managers can ‘get HR’.
This is HR training for non-HR managers.
Gin & Tonic is a simple, easy-to-follow training that teaches non-HR managers how they can help ensure the groundwork is laid, understand what is needed for a safe process, and actually help you do your role so you can better serve them.
What is Gin & Tonic Training?
What do managers learn?
- How to document HR issues based on the severity of the situation
- What information is needed to support an HR process
- When to bring an issue to HR
How do managers learn?
- Presentation-based learning in a group situation
- Handout to reference after training
Does it work?
I’ve delivered this training to line managers at dozens of companies across the UK. I’ve also trained my staff to deliver this training.
And every organisation reported that the number of botched HR processes dropped (and stayed down) and they now have stronger, more robust processes.
- Fewer disciplinaries
- Fewer grievances
- Fewer lost sick days
- Fewer appeals
- Stronger HR processes
What do you get?
- → ~3 hour in-house training delivered to your non-HR managers by one of our Gin & Tonic Experts explaining the Gin & Tonic principles in detail;
- → Handout for non-HR managers to reinforce their learning;
- → FAQs based on the most asked questions;
Does Gin & Tonic Training Work?
The team gave great feedback saying they learnt so much and found you very engaging as a facilitator 😊.
“Our team found G&T HR Training for Non-HR Managers very insightful and highly relevant. The facilitator was experienced, really engaging, and provided practical tools that were immediately applicable to the line manager role. Interactive activities like case studies helped reinforce learning with the workshop providing actionable strategies and resources to handle HR-related challenges more confidently and effectively. Overall, it was an excellent session, and I’d highly recommend it for any organisation looking for a pragmatic and impactful way to engage and upskill their line managers to deal with HR related issues.”
“I really didn’t understand that I was making things worse or creating risk. Learning about GIN and TONIC opened my eyes to how I could help HR help me.
“It’s much easier than I thought and now I better manage the machine operators and floor staff. They are even happier! Thanks, Darren.”
“I’m so happy to give you a testimonial! Here it is: We’ve not had a single appeal or tribunal since Darren trained our managers on Gin & Tonic!!!
“Thank you so much for teaching this to our front-line managers.
“Way less stress and, finally, I don’t dread when the door of my office opens!”
“For years we struggled with every process that came to the HR office. Until Jude taught us HR for non-HR managers [Gin & Tonic] it was a constant tug of war between HR and the other managers in the outfit.
“Since then they understand what’s needed to start a disciplinary or a capability and every interaction runs so smoothly. So. Much. Better.”
Just imagine…
Imagine how much less stress you will feel when HR issues arrive at your door with all the necessary justification.
How much time will you save by not chasing down evidence that doesn’t exist?
How much better would a capability meeting go if the groundwork was laid before it arrived on your desk?
How much money would you save by NOT being called to a Tribunal?
So, how much does Gin & Tonic Training cost?
The 3-hour in-house training session delivered by one of our Gin & Tonic Experts is priced at £4995 (plus VAT)—less than the cost of preparing for a single tribunal!
How do I get started?
You can complete the form on this page and we will be in touch or email the same information to training@hrinrehab.com. Whichever is easier for you.