Well that escalated quickly! Just as we were worrying about the potential disruption caused by new IR35 legislation (now postponed) and lurking concerns about the implications of Brexit on the recruitment industry we get COVID-19 and everything else seems totally insignificant. It’s disruptive for everyone but for those in the process of applying for a […]
There is a worrying trend in the world of recruitment to present statutory rights and / or standard practice as some sort of act of generosity. Proclamations of flexible working and holiday time often only show that the company is compliant rather than revolutionary. This is our guide to seeing through the hype regarding holiday […]
Employee wellbeing may be the buzzword of the moment, especially in January but what does that actually mean and how can you make your commitment more than shallow soundbites? Successful employee wellbeing initiatives can bring extraordinary change to your organisation by creating a more inspired team, increase retention rates, reduce absence and generally make a […]
It’s tricky to follow your dreams, be confident and decisive and take risks when you have the voice of doubt always in your head. Imposter syndrome refers to the feeling that one’s achievements will be revealed as being fraudulent and that one is not capable of their role. This are our tips to prevent it […]
Every employer wants to hire a great team player but what does that mean and how do you demonstrate your team player credentials? What is a great team player? When companies ask for team players they mean they want someone who pulls together and doesn’t alienate other members of staff. It doesn’t mean that you […]
There are some great motivational stories out there about people changing careers, sometimes quite late on, but what does a career change mean and when do you know the time’s right? Determine whether you’re just having a rough patch at work or whether it’s time to change track with our tips. What do you like […]
If you’ve just graduated you may feel a little daunted about your first foray into the jobs market. Unfortunately few recent graduates walk into great roles immediately and you should expect a bit of heartache when getting your first graduate role. These are our tips for nudging ahead in that busy graduate jobs market. Get […]
So you’re wanting to hire your first employee? Read Part 1 first! In this second part to our guide we talk you through the beginning of the hiring process. Next time we’ll be giving you tips on conducting the perfect first employee interview. Who gets through to interview? You have a pile of CVs, either […]
So you’ve done the basics and conducted some research. By this time you should have a good idea of where you’re heading and develop your skills. Now is the time to look back and evaluate how you experience informs your career choice and look forward to see what steps need to be made to achieve […]
Hiring your first employee is a significant milestone in the business owner’s journey. First employees are often hired when your personal workload has spiralled and the process can be rushed to fulfil an instant need. These are our tips for new business owners to ensure your new hire is a cost effective, inspiring asset to […]
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