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Employer branding today means so much more than dogs in the office and team photos on social media. Now more than ever companies are realising the importance of employer branding, however there’s a common misconception that a broad HR team and big budgets are required to achieve success and truly stand out. I’m here to…
As a new professional looking for your first job experience straight after graduation, you’ve probably heard that earning certain certifications can help you get a job. However, these tests are costly and time-consuming, and some people report that the certification did nothing to help them land the job of their dreams. Is it worth it…
Swedish telecoms giant Ericsson is 140 years old, and guess what? They’re struggling to stay cool and attractive to millennial tech talent – you may have heard of this challenge before. Have a listen to this interview Lisa Smith-Strother to learn how they work to overcome it. And be sure to subscribe to the Employer…
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How to Say No at Work
Perhaps the most important skill to learn at work is prioritization. By taking on some projects and declining others, it is possible to control your work quality more effectively, something that is absolutely crucial. But learning when and how to say no is something particularly difficult in an American professional climate where people tend to…
When the weather warms up and holidays are edging closer, it can be all too tempting to relax and let your professional guard down. If this is something you identify with, then you aren’t alone. Workplace data suggests that productivity drops 20% during the summer months, with 45% of employees admitting that they’re more distracted. This…
As recruiters, in 2017, We each create our own personal brand on social media as well as conform to our employers values (hopefully) by sharing company infographics, articles, and vacancies. The social media platforms which recruiters use spans LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and even Pinterest. Type a prospective candidates or employees name into Google…
The release of BBC’s top earning salaries has rightly provoked furore on the recurring debate around gender pay gap. The list revealed just under a third were women, with only two women featured in the top 10, who in addition are paid considerably less than the top male earners. Pay discrepancy between men and women…
Job Adverts are key to attracting the top talent to your organisation. But how do you make sure you’re not alienating one section of the community? Ultimately you want the best man or woman for the job, but you also want to invite applications from people from across the spectrum regardless of their race, religion,…