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Retaining Talent: Why Onboarding Matters
by Keeley Edge
Nov 01, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures
For SMEs and non-profits, retaining talented employees is as important as hiring them. The onboarding process plays a critical role in ensuring new hires feel welcomed, valued, and equipped to succeed in their roles. Effective onboarding not only boosts employee engagement but also reduces turnover and increases productivity from day one. Here’s how to create an onboarding process that keeps new hires engaged and sets them up for long-term success.
Continue ReadingCan a DISC Assessment help you get the right culture fit?
by Keeley Edge
Jul 01, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Recruitment
When hiring new team members, it’s easy to focus solely on skills and experience. But if you’ve ever had someone leave because they “just didn’t fit in,” you’ll know how important cultural fit really is.
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Cultural Fit in Small Teams
by Keeley Edge
Jun 02, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Recruitment
Unlike larger organisations, where employees can blend into a bigger workforce, SMEs and non-profits rely on close collaboration and shared values to thrive.
Continue ReadingHow Flexible Working Supports Better Mental Health at Work
by Keeley Edge
May 06, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Health and Wellbeing, Recruitment
Mental Health Awareness Week (13th-19th May) is a timely reminder for employers to reflect on the emotional wellbeing of their teams.
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of Employer Branding for SMEs
by Keeley Edge
Apr 01, 2025 / Company Culture, Employers, Recruitment
In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent can feel like an uphill battle for SMEs and non-profits.
Continue ReadingPride Month - embracing diversity in recruitment
by Keeley Edge
Jun 11, 2024 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
June is upon us, and with it comes the vibrant celebration of Pride Month. This is a time to honor the LGBTQ+ community, recognise the strides made toward equality, and reflect on the journey that still lies ahead.
Continue ReadingWhat does values-based recruitment look like in practice?
by Keeley Edge
Sep 11, 2023 / Company Culture, Employers, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
The potential benefits of successful values-based recruitment are clear and manifold: happier, more engaged recruits, higher productivity, stronger teamwork, and loyalty to the company being among them. However, hiring a workforce based on company values is not as simple as it sounds. It takes a clear, well-designed strategy with measurable criteria.
Continue ReadingQ&A Video Series: Company Culture with Anna Masheter
by Keeley Edge
Aug 12, 2023 / Company Culture, Training & Development
Our Q&A interview topic this month is on Company Culture. Our guest is Anna Masheter from Beyond Learning.
Continue ReadingWhat is toxic company culture and what can you do about it?
by Keeley Edge
Aug 02, 2023 / Company Culture, Health and Wellbeing
The recent allegations about ITV have put toxic workplace culture back in the headlines. But what does an unhealthy company culture look like? What is the impact and what can you do to turn things around?
Continue ReadingQ&A Video Series: Onboarding & Induction with Tracy Carpenter
by Keeley Edge
Jul 24, 2023 / Company Culture, Policies & Procedures, Recruitment
Our Q&A interview topic this month is on Onboarding & Induction. Our guest is Tracy Carpenter from Mint HR.
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