The start of any new year is traditionally a hectic time in recruitment. In January 2020, as we enter not just a new year but a new decade too, activity levels in the market are predicted to rise considerably. With businesses keen to find new staff to help implement a new strategy for the new…
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Christmas 2019 is almost upon us and if you’re already starting to feel a little festive here’s a much loved Christmas classic song – with a little recruitment twist. On the first day of Christmas, a client came to me: A PR pro ready to go on a hiring spree. On the second day of
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At this time of year, there’s a lot to think about. One thing that often slips to the bottom of the list is gifts for employees. If this is something that you do annually, then you may have usually found yourself in the position of panic buying gifts at the last minute that don’t necessarily
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Today, most businesses are beginning to acknowledge that finding the right candidate isn’t just about ensuring they have a specific set of skills and qualifications. Assessing cultural fit is also a crucial part of the process – identifying whether that person is going to assimilate well into the business and the team. If you’re not
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The benefits that you offer employees today can have a key influence in many ways, from how your brand is perceived to whether staff choose to stay loyal. It’s essential to be competitive when it comes to the benefits you provide and there are 10 thoughtful benefits for employees, in particular, that employees today
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Delegation can be a difficult skill to manage. However, without being able to delegate it’s almost impossible to become an effective manager. 85% of managers say that they would like to delegate more but don’t for a number of different reasons. This can range from being uncomfortable telling others what to do to wanting
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The short answer to this question is: pretty important. Most companies today recognise that attracting the best people requires a commitment to a certain level of compensation and benefits. In fact, almost three-quarters of companies offer benefits packages that go beyond what is offered as standard in the average workplace. If you want to
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Upgrading employer branding State your core values. If your organisation hasn’t clearly defined its core values then you may be struggling to attract people who fit with the business because they simply don’t really know what it’s about. Values could be anything, from entrepreneurial spirit and an innovative approach to kindness and positive communication. Once
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Create the right working conditions. Ensuring that your employees are comfortable has a huge role to play. For example, one study found that an increase in environmental temperature from 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit increased output by 150%. Plus, exposure to natural daylight significantly improves worker wellbeing. Remind everyone to take regular breaks. There is
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Ask what the candidate wants to achieve in the role they are applying for. It becomes an expensive mistake appointing someone who has the relevant skills, experience and qualifications if their ambitions don’t align with what you need in the long term. It’s far better to take the time to get the right person, with
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