Email is trapped in a strange place. It’s possible you have an ageing Gran who still thinks it’s post that comes from Yorkshire, whilst at the other end of the continuum some companies are now engaging with potential recruits via apps such as Snapchat. Current hype would have you believe that Outlook is a graveyard,…
I’ve been a little busy lately (for ‘busy’ read ‘writer’s block’). While thinking about what to write next, it hit me out of the blue! Or should I say, Richard Branson told me… Let me explain. On LinkedIn (a recruiting gem) there are countless memes flying about (for the less hip recruiters out there, a meme…
The plight of millennials is a hot topic these days. If it’s not our fixation with social media and self-gratifying gadgets, it’s our seemingly apathetic approach to adult responsibilities. Mortgages, parenthood and job longevity? Ha ha. And then, my word, what about those spending habits? How rash! Splashing cash without a real care in the world (or career for…
Most employers and recruiters are well aware of the obvious no-nos when asking questions of potential recruits and would be offended at the suggestion that discrimination could play any part in their decision making. Overt discrimination, such as not hiring someone because of their gender, has become a lot less common over recent years. Having…
Consider this. When making a decision about renting a car, it’s safe to say most customers will likely buy on price (and we can’t blame them). However, when a number of companies are offering the same discounts and packages, other variables inevitably come into play – things like customer reviews, previous experiences, online journey… the list goes on.…