Was Kamala Harris the victim of the Glass Cliff?
Donald Trump dominated Vice-President Kamala Harris during this week’s elections, winning both the popular vote and electoral college. This is a classic example of the glass cliff where a company or in this case a political party sends in a woman to take the fall. It is important to note that I do not believe […]
Special Episode: Skilled thinking: An Interview with Chris Butt CEO and Founder, Cognisess and Yondur
Ever wondered what your career would have been like if it had turned out differently? Do you have a clear idea of the roles that your employees play? Or do you prefer to see individuals who can be flexible and adaptable within your organization? Chris Butt CEO & Founder Cognisess wants to make it easy […]
Expert Reveals how AI could be used to discriminate against older workers
In the UK, 48% of recruitment agencies use AI technology AI could be biased against older candidates 75% recruiters use an Application Tracking System to evaluate applicants A recruiter on average will read 250 CVs per job posting. The cover letter of an applicant is only 17% likely to be read. Due to the increase […]
Report reveals that UK employees will see their wages rise faster than inflation in the UK for the first since the pandemic.
The sharp increase in cost of living over the previous years has continued to affect individuals and businesses. In light of this, companies may find it difficult to budget for salaries in 2025. The UK-based consultancy 3R Strategy, which specializes in pay and rewards, has released its 4th Global Salary Planning Report to provide companies […]
The LinkedIn Features All SMEs Need To Be Using
LinkedIn is a vital tool for SMEs, but it can be overwhelming to those new to the platform Zac Hancox, CEO of Linkedin marketing agency StraightIn has shared the 5 best features that all small businesses should be using to elevate their business Social media is more important than ever to small businesses, and not […]
How important is a sociable workplace to Gen Z? New survey reveals what’s top of their list
How important is a sociable workplace to Gen Z? New survey reveals what’s top of their list The return to office debate continues, with Amazon being the latest company to return back to the office five days a week as it ends its hybrid work policy Office furniture experts at Slouch have surveyed Brits to […]
Professionals with a working-class background may face obstacles to their career and salary advancement
According to a Robert Walters study, socio-economic status has a significant impact on career satisfaction and advancement of UK white-collar workers. The socio-economic background of a professional has a greater impact on their career progression, tenure, and salary than any other diversity factor. Working-class professionals are less satisfied with their career and compensation than those […]
Only half of UK employees know the role of their company’s board
According to a recent study conducted by lawDeb, a UK-based firm that provides professional services, only 51 percent (or fewer) of UK employees are aware of the role played by their company’s board. This number drops to just 45 percent for employees between 16 and 24 years old. The lack of understanding of the board […]
Employer health plans cover ‘Record Numbers’
According to the Association of British Insurers, the number of UK citizens covered by Private Medical Insurance through their employer reached a new record of 4.7 million people in 2023. The ABI has been collecting data for over 30 years and this is the highest number of employers providing PMI coverage. The overall uptake of […]
BOHS warns that women’s workplace health is still in crisis.
The crisis of work-related illnesses among women continues to worsen and employers are being warned. The British Occupational Hygiene Society’s (BOHS’s) call comes a year after the chartered Society for Worker Health Protection raised the alarm about a ‘hidden crises’ in the workplace health of women. BOHS found that despite this call to action the […]