Top 10 Icks That Could Put Off Any LinkedIn Employer

  If you don’t know already, LinkedIn is a form of social media designed for businesses and networking. It was intended to be a professional network, find work, learn skills, and, most importantly, build relationships. And although most content sticks to these guidelines, we’re finding that that’s not always the case. Whether it be the…

What Changes Can You Bring To Your Company To Make It Thrive?

The secret ingredient to a company’s success is the ability to move with currents. In this ever-evolving business world, new opportunities and challenges are emerging daily. Whether you’re a full-blown entrepreneur or a startup owner, embracing transformations in daily operations is vital. This allows you to remain competitive and relevant in the industry. However, knowing…

AI will take our jobs, confirms head of UK’s new AI taskforce

Protecting British jobs will be a challenge as artificial intelligence systems become more advanced, the new head of the government's AI taskforce has told the BBC. Ian Hogarth said it was "inevitable" that more jobs would become increasingly automated. The whole world will have to rethink the way in which people work, he added. "There…

3 in 5 state they have started suffering from workplace stress

60% of professionals suffer from workplace-related stress 46% of professionals saying concerns over job stability are the biggest trigger 55% don’t think employers are doing enough to help combat it 45% of professionals say it is down to senior leaders & HR to manage workplace stress 51% of professionals identify their company’s output as high,…

7 in 10 young adults want to start their own business

  Seven in 10 young adults claim working for someone else is their ‘worst nightmare’ - and intend to start their own business within the next three years. A poll of 2,000 adults from a spectrum of age groups found 23 per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds ‘hate’ the idea of the traditional nine to…

8 Things You Should Prepare Before Heading To A Job Interview

Finding a job can be overwhelming enough without adding the pressure of preparing for an interview. But don't let those nerves get the best of you! Preparing ahead of time not only shows employers that you are serious and organized, but it also allows you to relax knowing that all your bases are covered. Whether…

Top 5 tips to stay sociable and productive in a busy office

Having a job somewhere where you are surrounded by friends, conversation and social activities can make a visit to the office feel like not much work at all. However, when a social workplace environment gets in the way of your productivity, some people can feel stressed about not hitting their goals. One report from earlier…

2 in 3 business leaders believe we’re heading towards green skills shortage

A poll of 500 decision makers found 57 per cent think these specialised skills are important to their business – but many are struggling to find skilled staff, particularly in areas of sustainable engineering and finance. To plug this gap, more than one in four (27 per cent) are actively identifying opportunities and anticipating future…

How To Find A Good Lawyer: Top Tips And Strategies

Having to find a good lawyer can be a daunting task. After all, you need someone who is experienced in their field, reliable and trustworthy. You don’t want to waste your hard-earned money on an inexperienced or incompetent lawyer. To ensure that you find the right professional for your needs, here are some tips and…

#MumsWhoCode campaign celebrates UK’s most family-friendly tech employers

Code First Girls and the MotherBoard Movement have teamed up to recognise the top tech employers leading the way in offering exceptional maternity and paternity policies, tackling the challenges faced by working parents in the industry. The #MumsWhoCode campaign recognises employers who, at a minimum, offer either a 6-month full-pay maternity policy or a 4-month full-pay paternity policy, alongside further…