UK businesses are being advised to ensure they are ready to accommodate the rise of remote working – or risk being left behind. The advice follows the publication ofย a new guideย to remote working, produced by utilities and communications specialistย Glide, which contains new research, predictions and guidance for businesses. Between 2008 and 2018, there was a […]
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Remote working is ‘transforming the digital economy’
Listening Is Sexy: The skill that wins over customers and employees alike๏ปฟ
Chris Dyer, author of The Power of Company Culture, offers some great advice on how to build stronger relationships in work and at homeโฆ Not every skill applies as well to your love life as it does to professional endeavors, but good listening is one of them. When it comes to communication, all relationships are […]
20% of candidates miss out on job opportunities because they arenโt the right โcultural fitโ
Workers across the country could be missing out on jobs because they arenโt considered the right fit for company culture, according research released from job board totaljobs. One in five bosses have admitted they have chosen not to hire a candidate based on if they were considered a poor fit in the office. Just 1% […]
Three quarters of Brits have left a job because of company culture
Research from Robert Walters has found that almost three quarters (73%) of professionals have left a job because they disliked the company culture. The study also found that 82% of professionals have worked for a company where they disliked the company culture. However, 90% of employers recognised the importance of finding candidates who are a […]
Boards have a vital role in company culture, says CIPD
The CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, has been invited by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) to contribute to its research into the evolution of the corporate governance code and the development of new approaches to governing more effectively on company culture issues. The FRC promotes high-quality corporate governance and reporting to […]
Businesses encouraging a work hard play hard attitude guilty of unconscious discrimination
Organisations in the UK are unwittingly discriminating against, and subsequently alienating, a large proportion of the workforce by encouraging a work hard play hard culture, according to a leading diversity consultancy. The Clear Company has called on senior executives to review the impact such a culture is having on both their brandโs reputation and company […]
One for the boss: how to make your office a great place to work
When it comes to fostering an environment that employees can thrive in, there are a few key things to consider, according to an expert panel interviewed by The Guardian. Here are the highlights. Show off your strengths Attracting the right talent is all about presenting a welcoming and trusted brand. User-generated content such as online […]
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