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Finding the right company cultural fit
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelHave you ever wondered whether your workplace culture is the right fit for you? Whether you're looking for a new role or happily settled in, have you ever thought about what it is that makes you really love, or really not love your job? It could be you're unhappy with the management style taken on at work, or it could be that you can't get enough of the flexi hours; the c...
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The key to a productive workforce - nap time.
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelYou've been working hard all day, had your lunch then hit that 3pm slump - you've lost motivation and the caffeine is not taking hold like it did this morning. What can you do? Nothing, except push through the barrier and keep going till the end of the working day. If you speak to your employees this description would not be far off how they feel either. As a manager how do ...
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Benefits of taking dogs to work
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelHappy bring your dog to work day! This annual nationwide event originally started in the UK in 1996 and more businesses are waking up to the idea and celebrating it every year. So, apart from obsessing over their adorable faces, what do we know about the benefits of employees bringing their dogs into work? Is it all puppy love? Paws for thought (ahem) with us as we take y...
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Is a contact centre role right for you?
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelIf you're looking for a job and scouring the job boards for opportunities in your area, you're likely to come across quite a few contact centre roles. Whilst several years ago a lot of these businesses would have been housed overseas, the last five years has seen a real trend of returning these roles to the UK. If you've never thought about working in a contact centre before...
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Four must read tips to make your summer pay
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelIt's almost here. The days are longer, the mornings are brighter and you're waking up with a spring in your step. Your exams are over for the most part, and you've got months ahead of you of blissful freedom. The only problem is you're skint! Now there are lots of ways you can enjoy your holiday without money but let's be honest, when the sun's out, you want to be able to...
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How can being a diverse employer help your organisation?
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelIt cannot be denied that the workforce has changed. In the 1950s around 8.7 million people worked in manufacturing, today it is 2.5 million, and only 20,000 people worked in personnel positions compared to 400,000 we currently employ. The most sought after roles today in IT and technology would not have been thought about let alone needed 60 years ago. The types of employees...
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How well do you know your candidates?
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelIn this candidate-short market, sometimes it might feel near enough impossible to find the one that meets your needs. So, when you do uncover the candidate that possesses the skills, experience and character that fits your team you don't want to waste any time offering them the role. Does it matter if you miss out a background check, after all your gut is telling you they're...
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Top 5 interview mistakes
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelThe competition for jobs is getting fierce and you will always be up against other talented candidates. Making sure you're remembered by the interviewer for all the right reasons will ensure you stand out from the other candidates. Whether this is your first experience of an interview or you're an interview veteran, you'll be surprised how much a little mistake can lessen th...
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Women in leadership - championing women in your organisation.
almost 7 years ago by Zoe SteelA push to increase females into leadership roles has led to the companies doing so achieving an increase in performance, stability and even ROI. Statistics aside, businesses are still doing very little to recruit or even progress women employees into managerial positions. The number of females in senior roles throughout the UK has declined year on year, from 21% to 19%, the ...