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I’ll be interviewing a few candidates over the coming weeks and I know it can be nerve-wracking to sit down and speak to someone you don’t know, so here are my top tips for maximising success and navigating the interview process with a smile: Research, Research, Research Start by researching…

Ethical decision-making might sound a bit fancy, but trust me, it’s all about doing what’s right for everyone in your workplace and creating a positive vibe. Let’s break it down in simple terms and explore 5 easy tips to create a more ethical workplace: Walk the Talk: Be a Role…

In the realm of personal and professional development, mentoring is a powerful tool that nurtures potential and allows  growth. Often seen as a one-sided exchange, where a seasoned expert imparts wisdom to a receptive protégé, true mentoring transcends this traditional view. In reality, mentoring is a two-way street, where both…

Contrary to what some believe, remote working is not going away. It offers tech businesses the ability to access top talent, increase productivity, reduce costs, enhance employee satisfaction, ensure business continuity, and contribute to environmental sustainability. Successful remote work starts with top notch onboarding! Effective onboarding of remote workers is…

As the mother of two Gen Z daughters entering the workforce for the first time, I’m constantly struck by the poor press Gen Z seems to get. There’s a common stereotype that Gen Z is lazy and entitled, but the reality is far from it. Gen Z, born between 1997…

It might seem overwhelming and a lot of extra work for a start up or scale up to concentrate on employees’ mental health and wellbeing, but it’s critical for a positive work environment and doesn’t have to be hugely expensive or time consuming. It’s simply good business sense to recognise…

It’s hugely frustrating to see big firms “diversity washing” in order to up their company’s ESG profile and subsequently its value. Start ups and scale ups don’t need to employ such fakery! Embed inclusion from the beginning and you’ll have real stories and real stats to share when it comes…

Although I believe things are starting to look up and I’m seeing many of my connections talking about new roles on LinkedIn, redundancy still seems to be a fate facing many in the tech sector and beyond. Making redundancies is never an easy task. It’s a difficult decision that is…

Data plays a crucial role in empowering businesses to make informed decisions and drive organisational success. Through data analysis, businesses can gain a deeper understanding of workforce dynamics, employee engagement, performance metrics, and talent acquisition. By collecting and analysing relevant data, Executive teams can identify patterns, trends, and correlations that…

A flexible, entrepreneurially minded and autonomous workforce is the way we’re headed in tech. Contractors offer flexible staffing solutions and short term cover when you need a highly skilled folk and an energetic hit! So, for start ups and scale ups, why hire a contractor over a perm member of…