Staffing firms and reputational risk
Staffing agencies are increasingly sought after by companies in all sectors to optimize their hiring pipeline. A partnership like this can help reduce the workload of internal HR teams and smooth out interviewing and onboarding for candidates. Staffing firms face many risks to maintain their good reputation in the eyes both of job seekers and […]
Nearly half of employees label employers as bad gift-givers
Nearly half (46%) UK employees have labelled their employers as bad gift givers, just before the holiday season. Blackhawk Network’s research on Christmas gift-giving behaviours and attitudes found that half the employees did not receive a present from their employer by 2023. A larger proportion (55%) is not expecting one for this year. The survey, […]
Tipping point: how to handle gratuities when traveling abroad
Travelers may find tipping a confusing social custom, especially when norms differ so much from country to country. In Venezuela, tipping is like adding sprinkles on a cake with frosting already applied. It’s nice but not necessary. Tipping in Hungary is like adding sprinkles to a cake that already has frosting. It’s sweet, but unnecessary. […]
Immigration Challenge
In politics, a year is a very long time. Since this article appeared on The HR World we have seen new governments take power in the UK and US. In the UK, immigration has played a major role. In the US Immigration is defining. The questions raised by this article remain relevant and open for […]
Sheffield and Manchester have joined London as the capitals of ‘toxic workplaces’ in the UK
Are UK workplaces more toxic? The majority of British workers (52%) report feeling “very” or ‘fairly” stressed. A new Timetastic survey found that the toxic workplaces are most prevalent in Sheffield (10%) London (9.5%) and Manchester (9%). Employees in these cities said they were too busy, or under too much management pressure to take their […]
53% of UK employers report a spike in wages
Over half of UK employers (53%) say that their wage costs have risen in the past 12 months. According to a new study by SD Worx, a leading European HR solution provider. The research also shows that pay pressure is still prevalent in UK businesses, as nearly half (44%) list wage pressure as their top […]
How to plan inclusive holiday celebrations for your workplace
Adina Avram is the Director of Talent Development at Trivium Packaging. While the holiday season is a joyous time for some, it can be a source of anxiety and exclusion for others. This is especially true in multicultural workplaces. A YouGov poll found that 74% of Brits think Christmas is a secular celebration, a time […]
Half of neurodivergent candidates hide their neurodiversity in order to avoid discrimination
Hiring processes in the UK still see a widespread bias against neurodivergent candidates, with inflexible hiring practices impacting confidence, career growth, and mental health. A recent study from Zurich UK reports that half of respondents have encountered discrimination from hiring managers or recruiters, while nearly one in five have been mocked due to their neurodiversity. […]
Not just AI: soft skills are the game changer
The 2025 Global Learning & Skills Trends Report from Udemy reveals increasing enterprise investments in soft skills development alongside generative AI applications. Research from online learning platform Udemy highlights key trends in skills development, particularly around GenAI applications, soft skills, and leadership development. According to Udemy’s President and CEO Greg Brown, companies are seeking GenAI’s […]
UK startup decline sparks concerns about future of small business
The Global Payroll Association reports a significant decrease in UK small business numbers, with new startups at a five-year low. New research from The Global Payroll Association (GPA) shows a steady decline in UK business numbers, particularly among small enterprises, due to a drop in new startups. According to GPA’s data, the UK now has […]