Priding yourself on being an organisation that boasts a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, but just how do you measure how well you’re doing compared to others? Do you simply count the number of diverse staff you have or is it a tick-boxing task in the recruitment process? One thing is for sure and that…
Graduates… They’re a picky bunch, aren’t they? They have shorter attention spans than goldfish, yet have all these incredible ideas that are changing the way the corporate world works. They are turning down jobs that don’t meet their needs nowadays, so to help you hire the right graduate for your workforce we put together the…
Relationships in business can be hard, especially when they’re ones you can’t remove yourself from easily – like when you’re working alongside a tricky client. However, there are ways to combat the strain. With a few simple tweaks, you can learn how to put your personal grievances to the side, and nurture a healthy working…
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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…