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Outsource your recruitment with our new service

by Keeley Edge

/ Company News, Employers, Recruitment

Ever wish you could wave a magic wand and you could get something off your To Do List? And Ta-da, it was done. Is the recruitment process one of those things that you wish you didn’t have to deal with?

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How will wage increases impact SME businesses?

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With the rollout of the new National Minimum Wage which came into effect on 1st April and with a £1 per hour increase, there’s no doubt that this increase will be felt by businesses and organisations across the board in the UK.

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How candidate behaviour and interview etiquette has changed over recent years

by Keeley Edge

/ Candidates, Employers, Recruitment

I began my career in the world of recruitment more than 25 years ago and I've witnessed different trends, the introduction of new technologies, and cultural shifts in behaviour.

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Recruiting the Right Talent in 2024

by Keeley Edge

/ Employers, Recruitment

As we have now bid farewell to 2023, so let's take a look at the fascinating developments that shaped the job market this past year and consider what lies ahead for 2024.

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Attracting Top Talent: The SME Advantage

by Keeley Edge

/ Candidates, Employers, Recruitment

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the global economy. These businesses often face a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent.

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Mastering the Interview Process for Your Business

by Keeley Edge

/ Employers, Recruitment

Getting your recruitment decisions right is essential for your business, as the costs of making the wrong choices can be significant in terms of finance and productivity. To ensure that you make the right decisions, it's crucial to have a well-thought-out interview process in place.

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What does values-based recruitment look like in practice?

by Keeley Edge

/ 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.

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Q&A Video Series: Company Culture with Anna Masheter

by Keeley Edge

/ Company Culture, Training & Development

Our Q&A interview topic this month is on Company Culture. Our guest is Anna Masheter from Beyond Learning.

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What is toxic company culture and what can you do about it?

by Keeley Edge

/ Company Culture, Workplace 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?

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Q&A Video Series: Onboarding & Induction with Tracy Carpenter

by Keeley Edge

/ 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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