There’s a lot of talk about the future of work right now, with many companies coming to realise that their employees would prefer the option to work from home. In fact, only 12% of employees are willing to work full-time from an office in the future. A hybrid approach to working is expected to be the most […]
By now, working from home feels pretty standard. We’ve all getting used to commutes down the stairs, video meetings, and drinking our own coffee. While returning to the office may feel quite far away, it’s still a burning question for many employees and, as you begin to hire and ramp up your recruitment efforts, it’s […]
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, […]
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 […]
When it comes to business and the jobs market, the coronavirus crisis has undoubtedly caused more harm than good. However, when it comes to the hiring process, recruitment strategies and even company cultures, there are some positives that we can take from this crazy, turbulent year. These changes look like they may be here to […]
2020 and the Coronavirus crisis has been a particularly strange time, especially for those leading a business. In fact, trying to keep your business afloat during a global pandemic, leading and comforting employees combined with having to deal with the personal stresses of lockdown has made running a business an unenviable task. Recent research shows […]
This year has been a crazy one and (as we all feared) a return to normal is looking further away than ever. For employers, this year has been a battle. We’ve had to lead and manage employees through the unexpected and try to prepare for the unknown. However, many businesses have been able to show […]
If there’s one thing startup businesses are renowned for, it’s their company culture. Working at a startup usually offers candidates a more flexible, less corporate and often a more casual working environment. There are countless jokes about startup businesses offering ping pong tables and slides in their office spaces, helping them to appeal to the […]
How you communicate a message is as important as the message itself. When it comes to internal communications, this certainly holds true. Company culture can give your organisation a major strategic advantage in these changing times. But what your culture consists of – goals, values, and practices – must be effectively transmitted according to best practices if […]
The fundamentals of what makes a great workplace are primarily the same, with a few exceptions for specific industries. Employees expect to feel supported, have a friendly company culture and be offered a competitive benefits package. This means that many EVPs have become quite generic. Employers have a broad idea of what candidates look for […]
