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July 31, 2025
Key Takeaways Salary benchmarking helps employers stay competitive by comparing pay against the market, aligning offers with business realities, and using ongoing insights to attract and retain talent without overspending. Review starting salaries regularly to stay ahead in a tight hiring market. Use both quantitative data and qualitative context, not just headline numbers. Factor in […]
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July 27, 2025
This article explores whether the temp-to-perm recruitment approach is limiting access to top talent, looking at how candidate expectations and demand for job security can impact hiring success. Temp-to-perm roles begin as temporary with potential permanence. Some candidates prefer permanent security from day one. Relying solely on temp-to-perm can reduce candidate interest. Recruitment strategy affects […]
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July 24, 2025
Key Takeaways Productivity monitoring in hybrid and remote teams can set clear expectations and improve consistency, but ethical use hinges on transparency, proportionality, and trust. The most sustainable approach focuses on outcomes and respectful data practices rather than intrusive surveillance. Define the purpose of monitoring and keep it proportionate to the risk. Be transparent: communicate […]
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July 22, 2025
Key Takeaways Rebuilding candidate confidence turns CV gaps and career setbacks into clear strengths. By reframing experience, setting realistic milestones, and preparing for interviews with structure and feedback, recruiters help candidates present their value with credibility and momentum. Identify confidence blockers (redundancy, career breaks, rejections) and normalise them. Reframe CV gaps into skills, learning and […]
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July 19, 2025
This article outlines key trends and opportunities for building a career in Human Resources (HR), focusing on skills, growth areas and how HR professionals can adapt to changes in the workplace to enhance their career prospects. Human Resources continues to evolve with digital transformation and hybrid working models. HR roles increasingly focus on employee experience, […]
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July 17, 2025
Key Takeaways A strong Employer Value Proposition (EVP) clarifies why people should join, stay and perform at their best. By grounding the EVP in real employee insights, aligning it to business goals, and expressing it consistently across the candidate and employee journey, organisations can stand out in competitive markets. Base your EVP on honest research, […]
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July 15, 2025
Key Takeaways Recruitment in 2025 is defined by skills-first hiring, pragmatic use of AI, and a renewed focus on employer brand and candidate experience. Organisations that combine data-driven decisions with human judgment, offer flexibility, and keep DEI and transparency at the forefront will outpace competitors in both attraction and retention. Adopt skills-based hiring and assessments […]
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July 10, 2025
Key Takeaways A government shift in apprenticeship funding is set to create 120,000 new entry-level roles, redirecting support from higher-level programmes to foundational training. This could revitalise pathways into work for young people and strengthen employer talent pipelines—provided businesses plan meaningful placements, coaching, and progression routes. Funding pivots toward lower-level apprenticeships to boost early-career opportunities. […]
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July 3, 2025
This article explains how to answer the interview question “Can you multitask?” by framing your response to show how you prioritise tasks, manage your time effectively, and maintain quality when handling multiple responsibilities. Interviewers ask about multitasking to understand your ability to manage competing demands. Effective multitasking involves prioritisation and time management. Provide real examples […]
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June 25, 2025
Key Takeaways Recruitment in 2025 centres on skills-first hiring, smarter use of AI, and raising the bar on candidate experience. Employers that invest in employer brand, communicate clearly, and use data ethically will attract stronger applicants and retain them longer. Adopt skills-focused assessments and structured hiring to widen talent pools. Use AI to speed sourcing […]
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