Latest jobs data: Finance & IT strong while overall demand stumbles
Professional recruitment firms reported that the number of candidates securing permanent roles in June 2018 increased by 9% year-on-year, according to new survey data from the Association of Professional Staffing…
Research proves clear gender disparity in reasons for promotion at work
Women get promoted for ‘warmth’, not confidence The confidence gap between men and women is a myth, according to Laura Guillén, Professor of Organisational Behaviour at ESMT Berlin, because women…
Genius Within wins ERSA awards for supporting jobseekers with disabilities into work
Genius Within CIC, an organisation that specialises in the workplace support of adults with neuro-differences has won recognition from the Employability Related Services Association (ERSA), for demonstrating exceptional commitment in…
New technology important for productivity but ‘reliable information sparse’, say UK businesses
A new TomTom (TOM2) Telematics study reveals UK businesses adopt disruptive technology to improve productivity and better manage employees, but are discouraged by a lack of reliable information. TomTom Telematics,…
Balancing global EVP with local culture essential to engage top tier graduates, report reveals
Global organisations must combine centralised command with local delivery if they are to effectively engage top graduate talent. That is according to the latest research from talent acquisition and management…
Job seekers are taking back power over the recruitment process, say industry disruptors
Job seekers lack trust in the fairness of traditional hiring methods, so are reclaiming power over the recruitment process – and business owners shouldn’t try to fight this. That’s according…
Whistleblowers suffer ‘rat’ reputation despite acting in the public interest
Whistleblowers risk their jobs to expose secrets and bring high profile people and institutions into light for public scrutiny. Despite this bravery, new research from HEC Paris reveals that whistleblowers…
Why technology could be killing your workforce’s productivity
Research has shown that an over-dependence on technology negatively affects six key areas – sleep, obesity and physiological health, mental wellness, social relationships, ddistraction and safety and productivity. Of course,…
Creating a Culture of Care: Retention in Today’s Competitive Market
Betsey Banker, wellness market manager, Ergotron, discusses why getting your wellness strategy right can drive your staff retention strategy Job-hopping, while not new, has gained mindshare in the past few…
Report reveals what staff worry about – and why their employers should care
Stress, depression, anxiety and loss of sleep have increased since 2017 Employers misunderstand depth of concern employees have over finances/ significant increase of employees affected by financial worries When asked…