Alan Sugar may not approve of hybrid working or adjusted timetables but the rest of us are pretty excited about the sudden willingness of organisations to consider creative changes to our working lives. In some industries, remote working has been standard practice for years and for others it had seemed an impossibility until COVID struck. […]
Neurodiversity is a hot topic amongst HR professionals but what does it mean and how do you implement understanding across your hiring activities. The term, ‘neurodiversity’ was coined in 1998 by Australian sociologist, Judy Singer. It is a new concept and its definition is contested, but it is important to recognise difference. Understanding neurodiversity is […]
It’s been a rough few years for everyone and just as we thought there was positive news on the horizon, multiple factors have conspired to create an almighty cost-of-living crisis. Few employers are in a position to hike up wages but there are some things you can do to ensure your team are protected from […]
With long evenings to take a walk, working from home can be a joy in summer but in the depths of winter, it can seem pretty bleak. These are our survival tips for a winter when many of us will be in the house. Get outside in daylight hours First of all, now is not […]
It can be tricky for ex-military candidates to find rewarding careers but employers should always be open to the great diversity of skills learnt during service. Ex-military candidates can be fantastic additions to the workforce and bring much-needed insight to modern businesses. Highly-skilled and prepared to learn A military career involves endless training. The mindset […]
Flexible working is mainstream and any company that rejects it will miss out in the battle for talent. Managing flexible working takes a bit of effort, to begin with, but once the systems are in place, you’ll have a thriving team. Managing flexible working means managing expectations on both sides Many have long been advocating […]
‘Portfolio career’ became a bit of a buzzword(s) some years before the COVID pandemic. Since then the world of work has changed pretty dramatically and we thought it was a good time to revisit the concept. It’s certainly not everyone’s choice but there are people out there who juggle very successful careers across fields. What […]
Redundancy can be a devastating experience and bouncing back is not always as easy as it sounds. Don’t fall into the trap of despondency. So many people report that redundancy was just what they needed in hindsight. It forces you to assess many aspects of your careers so far and gives the opportunity for change. […]
Digital skills are relevant to almost every job today but our clients still give feedback highlighting the need for higher level understanding in candidates. Even in everyday software such as the Microsoft Office suite, true expertise can result in far greater productivity, efficiency in managing a workload and increased collaboration ability. If you want to […]
The STAR method for answering questions in a job interview is a great structure to be aware of. When you’re nervous it’s sometimes tricky to express yourself in a simple, logical way and this method is designed to give clarity to your answers. The STAR method is often used in competency-based interviews where a candidate […]