There has been much reporting in the press about the cost-of-living crisis. UK inflation has risen to a 40-year high of 9.1%. Kantar, the data and insights experts, says that food costs rose by 8.3% between the 15th May and 12th June, and the average...
When you look around your teams, you know who your star performers are. Those you can rely on, who find solutions rather than problems, and just crack on with the job rather than finding reasons not to. Of course, these colleagues are likely on your...
There are so many umbrella companies on the market that when it comes to choosing the right one, it can be a minefield. A cursory Google search suggests there are over 500 umbrella companies in the UK. It's no wonder that deciding which to work...
The importance of temps in keeping the economy moving over the past few years has been enormous. As the country has been in and out of lockdown, confidence in hiring for permanent roles has dipped. However, the levels of recruiting for temporary or interim staff...
Keeping up with changing technology can feel overwhelming. Not to mention it can make you feel very old when any young people in your life can jump on the latest tech trend without batting an eyelid! Even if you know your TikTok from your Twitter, keeping...
December, it’s typically a time for reflection, but in reality, most of us are still up against deadlines and trying to get everything done by the end of the year so we can enjoy some downtime. While you’re reading this blog, take a moment to check...
Working in partnership… it's a phrase that can sound cliched, isn't it? The number of companies that say 'we work in partnership with you' in their brochures or on their website copy can leave you feeling immune to what that even means! What does working in partnership look...
Does anyone else feel like they’ve lost track of what restrictions are still in place? After Covid guidelines were lifted back in July in England, it felt like everything was back to ‘normal’. But the rules are different across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and,...
How often do you have a great day at work? It’s not a question you’re probably asked often, but when was the last time you had a day that really put a spring in your step? When you finished work feeling genuinely rewarded and recognised for...
One of the key things that an employer must check when taking on a new team member is their right to work in the UK. Neglect to do this, and you could face a civil penalty under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. It’s an...
