Addressing issues of race is often regarded as a corporate taboo. For those business leaders fortunate enough to have never suffered at the hands of racial injustice or prejudice it’s an awkward conversation to have; there’s a fear of saying the wrong thing and causing greater offence along with a stigma as to whether speaking […]
If we haven’t already returned to work, we’re now preparing to get back to business as usual (as best we can) and thinking about the next steps after the coronavirus pandemic. It’s vital that when we return to work, everyone is as safe as possible. Employers need to ensure that they make their staff’s health […]
The question on everyone’s lips right now is, how do we return to work safely while still in the middle of a pandemic? And it’s a huge question! Employers need to ensure that their staff are safe and protected. Putting employees at risk for the sake of profits will have negative implications on reputations and […]
It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 crisis has changed outlooks on all sides of the recruitment landscape; from the skills employers see as essential, to the values candidates look for in an employer and everything in between. Our concerns have changed. It’s time for employers to realise that there will be no return to normal. […]
We’re in an extraordinary position right now; it’s been months since we last saw all our employees in a room together and the world around us is changing day by day. As business leaders, we’re starting to realise that it is the people who have adapted to change, worked tirelessly and even made sacrifices that […]
Keeping employees engaged and motivated isn’t always easy, even when they’re in the office, but when your team works from home it means you need to think a little more creatively to ensure they’re happy and engaged. As we all try to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, it’s largely technology that’s helping us to stay […]
Let’s be honest; the way we’re talking to each other and the content we choose to consume is quite different now to what it was at the start of this year. Tensions are high, and we’re all feeling a bit on edge which, without us realising, has completely altered the types of messaging we respond […]
In a competitive market, your employer brand is what sets you apart from the competition and makes candidates choose to work for you. Your reputation as a respectable employer and a great place to work is vital and, even amid crisis, will help you to attract the best talent. Unlike established brands who have no […]
The news that Amazon workers in 6 different warehouses across the US have tested positive for Coronavirus in the past few days has raised many questions both across the globe and at Talent Works. Amazon is no stranger to controversy. Exposés over the last few years have raised questions about multinational tech company’s employer brand […]
In the wake of a pandemic, most businesses are preparing to switch to a complete remote working strategy where possible. In the digital age, it’s possible for many employees to continue to work from anywhere without disrupting the business. To follow safety guidelines, it makes sense that businesses are looking to keep their employees at […]
