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Employers reveal their top workplace concerns

The annual European Employer Survey Report which was completed by nearly 600 in-house HR professionals has revealed what’s concerning employers most about today’s workplace. With many countries facing an ageing workforce, rapidly evolving technology and market pressures which are forcing … Continue reading

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Top answers to some of the most common interview questions

No matter how many job interviews you’ve had, they can still be a nerve-wracking experience. One of the best ways to overcome interview nerves is to prepare beforehand. Below we have listed some of the most commonly asked questions at … Continue reading

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The top reasons people leave their jobs

Staff turnover is unfortunately part of running any business. Although employees moving on to pastures new is to be expected from time-to-time, if people are handing in their notice on a regular basis, chances are there’s something wrong. As revealed … Continue reading

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Five great ways to sell yourself at a job interview

Few of us are experts when it comes to boasting about our skills and achievements which is why job interviews so often feel like an incredibly stressful and daunting experience. The bad news is that if you really do want … Continue reading

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Flexible working has increased five-fold in the UK

An analysis of working trends carried out by the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has found that the number of employees working flexible hours has increased five-fold in the last two decades. Back in 1999, just 9.5% of workers … Continue reading

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Five ways to make yourself more appealing to recruiters

Recruiters sometimes get hundreds of applications for every job they post which means it can be incredibly difficult to stand out from all the other candidates out there. The good news is that there are a number of ways you … Continue reading

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UK workers reveal their biggest office gripes

A survey of 1,000 UK-based office workers has revealed our biggest annoyances in the workplace. The data was collected by electronics giant, Samsung and although the results may seem like a bit of light-hearted fun, employers have been warned that … Continue reading

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5 interesting recruitment facts and what they mean for employers and job seekers

We might not have a Prime Minister or a clue what’s going on with Brexit and summer has so far been a complete washout but at least the current jobs market is something to get excited about. According to data … Continue reading

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The rise of remote working and its benefits

In recent years we’ve seen a significant increase in the number of people working from home. While some companies have been quick to jump on the bandwagon, others have been slow on the uptake because they fear the repercussions. While … Continue reading

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Workplace health problems are costing Britain £77.5bn a year

A survey carried out by the insurance provider, Vitality has revealed that health-related lost productivity in Britain’s workplaces is costing the UK economy an incredible £77.5bn a year. The report in question, titled Britain’s Healthiest Workplace, also revealed a sharp … Continue reading

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