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10 Questions with Amrit Gata-Aura

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In this new monthly blog series, we talk to our staff at Eternal Engagements from all departments and deeply dive into their career highlights, personal inspirations and thoughts about the business, plus a few fun facts!

Meet our HR Manager Amrit Gata-Aura

First Job?

Sainsbury’s checkout, I was 14. I’d sometimes get to work on the CD and DVD counter, which was preferable to the chillers.

How would you introduce yourself in an elevator pitch?

I am the HR Manager for Eternal Engagements. I was the first employee and helped build the team you see today. I am a CIPD-qualified HR professional with over six years of experience in the field and over ten years of experience managing people and teams across varied industries – food retail, third sector and most recently, as HR Business Partner in Europe’s most prominent single pay worker’s cooperative.

Biggest Career achievement?

I worked in HR throughout the pandemic in a vital food distribution business and implemented projects on HR strategy, diversity and inclusion and performance management. All whilst also completing my CIPD qualifications – phew!

Nickname? 

Not that I know!

What is it about the job that you enjoy?

Many things. I enjoy working alongside business leaders to understand their pain points and working to problem solve and make progress. Although recruitment is a challenge in the recent climate, it is satisfying to identify and recruit talent and watch individuals come in and shape the business with their unique skill sets and attributes. Implementing software, policy and procedures to provide the additional business structure is excellent; as a new business, I can see an immediate impact, which gratifies me.

Who inspires you?

Personally, my Dad. Professionally, Steven Bartlett or Gary Vee.

Favorite film?

I don’t have one; I was always a books and music person. I like a good TV show, though – Breaking Bad is an all-time fave; I recently loved White Lotus S2 and Happy Valley.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A PE teacher.

First album you bought?

My first buy was two albums on cassette – Genesis and Betty Boo.

What are the company’s most significant challenges, and how do you think we are positioned to meet them?

Recruiting and retaining the right talent at the right time will always be challenging throughout the employee lifecycle. Establishing our ways of working and setting internal culture and expectations in a relatively new business is a necessary work in progress too. Even so, I am confident that we are building a great team with ambitious plans, and so far, we have turned every challenge into an opportunity. Having the flexibility to make decisions whilst being supported by business leaders supports us greatly.

Thank you for reading our second instalment of the 10 Questions series with Amrit Gata-Aura, HR Manager at Eternal Engagements. We hope you enjoyed getting to know her better and learning more about her career, inspirations, and thoughts about the business. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for our next instalment featuring one of our other talented team members. Thank you for supporting Eternal Engagements!

10 Questions with Dean Rodgers

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In this new monthly blog series, we talk to our staff at Eternal engagements from all departments and dive deeply into their career highlights, personal inspirations, and thoughts about the business, plus a few fun facts!

First up, Sales Director Dean Rodgers

First Job?

My first jobs were at Urmston Market, working on the sports and fruit & veg stalls. I had several paper rounds running at that time too.

How would you introduce yourself in an elevator pitch?

Hi, I’m Dean, Sales Director at Eternal Engagements. I inspire my team to speak with organisations about how Eternal Engagements can help business owners and leaders attract and retain staff, increase their bottom line and create a more stable workforce.

Biggest Career achievement?

I was the youngest to hold a senior position at Ecolab in the USA. Responsible for a team of 26 sales engineers based in the Gulf Region.

Nickname? 

Deano.

What is it about the job that you enjoy?

What I enjoy most about my job at Eternal Engagements is the opportunity to assist and guide individuals in achieving their professional goals and aspirations. Whether it’s through providing guidance, mentorship, or resources, seeing our team members succeed, and reach their full potential, brings a great sense of satisfaction and fulfilment to my role.

Who inspires you?

Alex Ferguson. He expected nothing less than perfection and could bring the best out of anyone.

Favorite film?

Rudy or Remember the Titans. Who doesn’t love a story about an underdog?

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Fighter Pilot.

First single you bought?

Let me be your fantasy by Baby D – Spotify – Let Me Be Your Fantasy EP

What are the company’s most significant challenges, and how do you think we are positioned to meet them?

Recruitment is a challenge for new businesses like Eternal Engagements. However, we are taking proactive steps to attract top talent and create a positive, inclusive work environment. It includes developing recruitment strategies, investing in employee retention and development programs, and continuously improving our efforts to attract and retain the best people for our team.

Thank you for reading our first installment of the 10 Questions series with Dean Rodgers, Sales Director at Eternal Engagements. We hope you enjoyed getting to know him a little better and learning more about his career, inspirations, and thoughts about the business. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for our next installment, featuring one of our other talented team members. Thank you for supporting Eternal Engagements!

Dry January

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After the excesses (for some of us) of the winter holidays, our first blog post could be about none other than Dry January! If you fancy a detox, it can be a perfect time to re-evaluate your routine. January is when our culture pushes us to think about quitting habits that don’tdon’t support us.

But Dry January, particularly nowadays, isn’tisn’t about a simple detox. It has gained deeper meaning since the COVID-19 epidemic: The latest alcohol statistics from the UK in 2021 reported the highest number of deaths from alcohol-specific causes. In its latest report, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that 9641 deaths from alcohol-specific causes were registered in the UK, equating to almost 15 deaths for every 100,000. Stats and history show that alcohol abuse is used as a coping mechanism at times of uncertainty due to its effect on the brain’s neurochemical pathways. Alcohol releases feel-good endorphins, helping us get by temporarily. It’s a reason why alcohol is addictive.

Now fast-forward to now – How can Dry January benefit your health?

  • You’ll get a mood boost – Alcohol gives you a temporary mood boost by releasing the ”happy hormones” dopamine & serotonin. The body becomes used to the increase and starts making less to compensate. Dry January will allow your body to rebalance your hormones for a better mood.  
  • You’ll sleep more soundly – While some believe alcohol can help you fall asleep faster, it prevents deep sleep. Giving up alcohol will help your body get the deep restorative sleep it needs to heal and balance the body.
  • You’ll feel less bloated or lose extra weight – Alcohol is an inflammatory substance often made worse by mixing with sugary and fizzy drinks, which contain high amounts of calories. Give dry January a go, and you will soon see a difference.
  • You’ll have a more robust immune system – Alcohol suppresses your body’s immune system. Give it up for dry January, and you’ll notice you’re less likely to catch every bug that comes your way. Even if you pick something up, you will get better faster.
  • You’ll have a new relationship with alcohol – Giving up alcohol for just one month can have long-term benefits and reset your relationship with alcohol. Research conducted by the university of Sussex found that six months after Dry January more than 70% of people continue drinking more healthily.

How to do Dry January

The most fun way of giving up alcohol for a month (apart from recruiting a friend to keep each other in check!) and keeping motivated is to do it whilst fundraising for alcoholchange.org.

By fundraising for your Dry January®, you will contribute significantly to Alcohol Change UK’sUK’s efforts to minimize the harm that alcohol causes in the UK. Twenty people in the UK die daily due to drinking, and alcohol’salcohol’s effects extend beyond individual lives to include families, communities, and our entire society.

So do your bit for charity and get sponsored whilst staying sober!

How we can help you get through Dry January

Our Employee Benefits portal, which gives access to top-of-the-range wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, is a prime source of help. As an employer or an employee, you can use all available tools – from immediate counselling advice to our Wellbeing Check and ”Alcohol and You” self-help guide – available for yourselves and your immediate family at the Wellbeing hub.

If you want to know more about our employee benefits portal or other services available from Eternal engagements, please use the <contact> form on our website or email info@eternalengagements.co.uk.

Eternal benefits from the industry’s leading payroll solution!

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At Eternal Engagements, we specialise in innovative business solutions that transform the employee experience and drive business growth and long-term resilience.

Targeted employee engagement schemes are critical in achieving heightened productivity, talent attraction and retention, and competitive advantage. Our cutting-edge employment strategy includes:

  • precise and streamlined payroll services
  • robust pension solutions
  • expert legal advice and
  • market-leading employee health and wellness benefits accessible 24/7 via our unique benefits portal and mobile app!

We want to share what we stand for and what we can deliver.

Our market-leading payroll solution will relieve your administrative burden, protect you from costly errors, and provide you with dedicated support and guidance via our diligent team of specialists.

Let’s dive into the far-reaching benefits of our payroll services.

The Payrole Debate

What are some of the most prevalent barriers to keeping payroll in-house? Which types of businesses are most affected by these concerns?

Financial Strain and Resource Cost

Simply put, in-house payroll can significantly strain a business’s financial and staff resources. For SMEs in particular, these costs add up quickly: payroll software, training, printers, printing and distributing payslips, creating tax documents, etc.

This is not to mention time costs and training expenses. For the average business owner, in-house payroll requires 80 work hours per annum, the equivalent of two full weeks of work!

Errors and Penalties

Doing payroll in-house, particularly with an overrun or inadequately trained staff, increases the risk of human error. This can negatively impact a business’s reputation and retention rates.

Common payroll errors include miscalculating pay or overtime wages, not paying employees on time, classifying employees incorrectly, missing deadlines, and using the wrong tax rates. There are sizable penalties associated with getting payroll wrong!

Why us?

Once your business starts to grow, payroll can quickly become costly and challenging.

This is where Eternal Engagements comes in. With our straightforward, comprehensive payroll processing solution, employers can rest assured that their payroll needs are being attended to expediently and professionally.

And the benefits don’t stop there. Just ask our Sales Director, Dean Rodgers:

“Payroll data offers invaluable insight into your business and resource management approach, increasing efficiency and improving your ability to strategise. Our unparalleled service quality and personalised approach deliver operational excellence through improved workforce visibility, flexible reporting options for efficient data analysis, and a comprehensive understanding of PAYE compliance legislation!”

Benefit Eternally from our payroll consultancy services

You will see multiple measurable benefits from our payroll services. Here is a breakdown of just five:

  • Save Big

Our cost-effective solution helps you save on training and avoid multiple payroll-related expenses.

  • Know-How

Our dedicated specialists know the ins and outs of payroll taxes and the latest government legislation. They are at your disposal for ad hoc advice on day-to-day operations and extensive guidance on long-term organisational issues.

  • Need for Speed

We are experts at what we do, providing quick turnaround when required and ensuring that your employees are paid accurately and on time.

  • Error-Free Guarantee

Payroll errors can be costly, disruptive, and damaging to your reputation. We ensure your compliance and protect you from oversights and penalties.

  • Your Security, Our Priority

Does your business have the resources to monitor your payroll for time and rate abuses or other suspicious activities? We are trained to identify and alert clients to fraudulent activity, including payment manipulation and ‘phantom workers’.

Book a demo with one of our experts to learn how we can transform your business through optimised employee engagement and inspired workplace innovation.