Four practical tips for creating a strong online employer brand

In the modern digital age, managing how your organisation is perceived by current and potential employees has never been more important.  Whether you like it or not, conversations are already taking place about your values and exactly what you bring to the table, and savvy leaders know that it’s something that they must take complete ownership of if they want …

Four practical tips for creating a strong online employer brand

In the modern digital age, managing how your organisation is perceived by current and potential employees has never been more important.  Whether you like it or not, conversations are already taking place about your values and exactly what you bring to the table, and savvy leaders know that it’s something that they must take complete ownership of if they want …

Diabetes sufferers are experiencing discrimination at work

One in six people living with diabetes have experienced discrimination in the workplace, according to recent research carried out by Diabetes UK.  37% felt that they did not get the support they needed from their workmates, and shockingly, 7% said that they had not told their employers about their diabetes at all. What is diabetes? There are two main types …

Diabetes sufferers are experiencing discrimination at work

One in six people living with diabetes have experienced discrimination in the workplace, according to recent research carried out by Diabetes UK.  37% felt that they did not get the support they needed from their workmates, and shockingly, 7% said that they had not told their employers about their diabetes at all. What is diabetes? There are two main types …

The World Cup and the workplace – Here’s what you need to know

A royal wedding, summer sunshine, a big sporting event… There’s been plenty for the general public to get excited about recently, and there’s no denying that everyone can benefit from the lifted spirits. According to WhatCulture, 3.5 billion people are expected to tune into the FIFA World Cup 2018.  So it’s safe to say that it’s quite a big deal. …

Could a dog friendly office help your business thrive?

Thinking about ways to attract and retain young and ambitious talent to your business?  Well maybe it’s time to think outside the box.  Pet food company Purina suggest that they may have the answer that you’ve been looking for… Let your staff bring their four-legged friends into work.  According to their research, almost half of millennials would love to have …

Could a dog friendly office help your business thrive?

Thinking about ways to attract and retain young and ambitious talent to your business?  Well maybe it’s time to think outside the box.  Pet food company Purina suggest that they may have the answer that you’ve been looking for… Let your staff bring their four-legged friends into work.  According to their research, almost half of millennials would love to have …

Can improving email communication skills make your a better leader?

As a business owner, you’ll already know the importance of good communication skills.  You’ve probably attended plenty of training sessions on face-to-face communications, and extensively practiced your effectiveness when it comes to leading meetings and getting teams onboard with wider goals and objectiveBut what about email?  These days, it’s likely to be one of the most common ways in which …

You need to rethink overtime!

Think tank Resolution Foundation has called for employers to reconsider their overtime provisions, after research revealed workers are no longer generously rewarded for putting in the extra hours. In the past year, one in ten employees worked overtime, but only a fifth of those received ‘time and a half’ or more, the traditional remuneration for working additional hours outside of …