Author: Tom Chapman

What is an EVP? Is it vital for scaling tech businesses?

29 December 2020

EVP

As recruitment experts, we talk a lot about EVPs and the vital role they play in attracting and retaining top talent. Scaling businesses often consider EVPs as something for larger corporations with a higher volume of staff. But the truth is, every company has an EVP, it’s just that some don’t refine and perfect theirs […]

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12 Recruitment Trends to Prepare for in 2021

21 December 2020

recruitment trends

It’s that time of year again, time to start thinking about the year ahead. In HR and recruitment, a lot has changed over the past 12 months (and that’s putting it lightly). Recruitment strategies and employee experiences have changed dramatically, and it’s likely that they’ll never go back to how they were before 2020. From […]

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‘Tis the season of giving at Talent Works

17 December 2020

talent works

It’s the season of giving, and at Talent Works, we’ve always prioritised giving back as much as we can. While this festive season is a little different, and it’s harder for us to make a difference, it doesn’t mean our spirit has been crushed. After this year, we’re all looking for some heart-warming stories to […]

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What Netflix can teach HR leaders about employee engagement

11 December 2020

employee engagement

Right now, there’s nothing we all love more than a Netflix series or a film night in front of our favorite streaming service. It seems to be all anyone can talk about. The excitement of finding a new series is almost magical, and it’s the sort of enthusiasm employers wish could be translated to their business. So, […]

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How to Identify and Resolve Workplace Conflict

10 December 2020

When people interact and work together within the same work environment, conflict is bound to arise. Even after thoroughly screening and interviewing applicants, frictions and disagreements are inevitable when the recruits start working together. Workplace conflict can happen in various ways. It could be between two team members, among the whole workforce, between team leaders […]

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Why hire a data scientist?

8 December 2020

A data scientist is the new fashionable role for tech businesses, and they’re in high demand. In the current jobs market, there is increasing competition to hire the best STEM graduates for positions in data science. As big data becomes an integral part of business operations, more companies need specialist individuals who can use their […]

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The Importance of Learning and Development Opportunities in a Scaleup

2 December 2020

When scaling a business, it’s sometimes difficult to know where to invest your money. It’s tempting to place as much as possible on methods to bring in new leads and new business which will fuel your growth quickly. However, you shouldn’t underestimate the importance of investing in your employees and team, their skills and the […]

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9 ways to bring your employer brand to life when recruiting remotely

1 December 2020

For a growing business, employer branding is essential. Your employer brand reflects how candidates think of you, and in a scaling company while trying to make your name in the market, you can’t rely on reputation alone. Your employer brand comprises of various elements, from how your employees feel about you to your presence on […]

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