How health benefits can help you recruit and retain staff Business Insights Recent estimates show that the national recruitment shortage is up to a 15-year high – but did you know that almost 80% of CEOs
How can pay and benefits meet the changing needs of the modern workforce? Business Insights The pandemic has accelerated a huge shift in employees’ attitudes to their careers that was already emerging before anyone had ever heard of Coronavirus. Prior to this we were already seeing a wellbeing
Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme Phase 3 - A chance to make real business energy reductions Business Insights We are currently in Phase 3 of the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme, otherwise and furthermore known as ESOS, which, whilst it is a mandatory energy assessment scheme for large UK businesses,
Main challenges of start-up businesses Business Insights It’s a great time to be a start-up. Thanks to the internet it’s never been easier to set up, run and market a business. Meanwhile, the UK has a vibrant community of investors who are lining up to fund the next big thing.
Content is King: 5 ways to make your content more engaging Business Insights It’s the most overused phrase in marketing, but it still stands true: Content is King. Engaging content is having a tangible impact on businesses all over the world.
Is the UK prepared for smart city threats? Business Insights People across the UK are increasingly living in smart cities – urban spaces packed with technology that receives, processes and transmits data on a 24/7 basis.
Business Mail and why it plays a vital role for businesses in the finance sector Business Insights When defining business mail we are talking about a method of communicating to an organisation’s audience,
Does your business need a Covid HR Policy? Business Insights There are a number of Covid-19 related changes that have recently come into place affecting employers and workforces including isolation rules and the end of SSP for employees without symptoms.
Flexible Working: A Movement That’s Here to Stay Business Insights It goes without saying that the business landscape in the UK has experienced a dramatic shift over the years.
Why conversations will transform your working world Business Insights Imagine being a university student in recent years. Our future leaders have all exceeded expectations through unprecedented times.
How to develop your leadership competencies and style Business Insights Over your work life to date, you may, like me, have experienced different styes of leadership. Whatever their style, every leader needs to be able to use resources efficiently,
Why being ready for an IPO doesn't mean you're IPO-ready Business Insights The importance of preparation for companies as IPOs reach record levels
Electric Company Cars -A win-win choice in employment tax for a change Business Insights Approaching 50% of the UKs total income comes from PAYE. A big chunk of the balance from VAT. Make no mistake, these are the fuels that power our economy.
Nutrients neutralise new development in England Business Insights Nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) are nutrients essential for plant growth, but too much nutrient in runoff from land into waterbodies can cause excessive plant and algae growth
New rules for International Operators Licences Business Insights New EU rules as of the 21st May 2022 will have implications for transport companies and couriers with vans, cars and trailers over 2.5 tonnes who transport goods in Europe.
Workplace wellbeing essential to retain and attract top talent Business Insights The effects of the pandemic are still being felt amongst the UK workforce. Following numerous lockdowns, the furlough scheme and ongoing global economic turbulence,
Culture, an important factor when deciding whether to accept a new role Business Insights Culture is the most important factor when deciding whether to accept a new role for half (50%) of 21–28-year-olds in full-time employment, while another 41% said culture is one of their main considerations,
Understanding the Metaverse Business Insights The Metaverse is coming, and to understand what it is, we need to take a quick stroll in the past. In the beginning there was Web 1.0 (web browsers with pictures, colours, audio and eventually video),
Calorie Labelling on Menus, What it Means For You and Your People Business Insights As of April 2022, the UK will be making calorie labelling on all menus and food labels mandatory. Parliament states that large businesses with 250 or more employees in England,
Onboarding in different settings Business Insights As many teams continue to take a hybrid approach, managers face a new challenge: how to onboard new starters remotely.
Dealing with political differences at work Business Insights There's no escaping it - politics is part of our daily lives. While we may try to avoid it in the workplace, sometimes it's unavoidable,
Three considerations for business owners that want to sell in 2022 Business Insights Retiring is one of the commonest reasons for selling a business according to Duncan Macpherson, Chartered Financial Planner at Punter Southall Wealth,
Consider Outsourcing Parts of Your Life Business Insights Our clocks are ticking, and none of us know how many hours we may have left. That makes those hours valuable,
Couples putting themselves at risk when buying a house with partner, research reveals Business Insights Nearly half of those looking to buy a house incorrectly believe a common law spouse exists
6 July deadline for share-based employee incentives returns - what you need to know Business Insights Does your business have share-based employee incentives such as EMI Options or Share Option Schemes?
How should businesses manage absence now that COVID-19 restrictions have been relaxed? Business Insights Friday 1 April 2022 marked the end of the majority of Covid restrictions in England, with Scotland and Ireland expected to also follow suit in the coming months. Examples include:
Connecting With Clients From Around The World: Practical Ideas Business Insights Modern businesses are more connected than ever, and this has its advantages and disadvantages.
Dilemma of the Day: What do you do when you suspect your worker of drinking on the job? Business Insights Over half of employers (60%) have experienced issues due to staff drinking alcohol.
Boosting your chances of raising capital in 2022 Business Insights A high percentage of investment offers fail to raise finance. If you are to be successful, you need to make sure you are fully “investment ready”.
ESOS Phase 3 – How Do I Comply? Business Insights Organisations across the globe have a responsibility to make sure that they are doing what they can to achieve carbon net zero.
Creating A Bespoke Social Media Training Scheme: Our Top Tips Business Insights Every business owner knows how important social media is to their company. Or rather, every business owner who wants to succeed in 2022 certainly does.
Do you want to save money by combining your pensions? Here’s how you can Business Insights You might be asking yourself, what’s the point of combining my pensions into one? Firstly, it could cut down on your administration.
Has your business adopted home working but still need a physical space to meet? Business Insights 2022 has seen a lot of businesses make the permanent decision over whether or not to return to their offices.
SME investing VS Property investing Business Insights Has property market peak shifted focus to small business investment opportunities?
The Apprentice: White lies or illegal fraud? The perils of lying in your CV Business Insights As the much-loved reality series, the Apprentice, drew near its end, the penultimate episode saw the final four being grilled on their CVs.
Five ways to get your products in front of customers in 2022 Business Insights In an ever-expanding e-commerce world, it can be a challenge to get your products in front of the right customers at the right time,
How Employers Can Manage the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Extra Bank Holiday Expert Insights In November last year, the Culture Secretary announced plans to mark Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a four-day weekend in June 2022,
Data protection warning for hospitality sector Expert Insights In the last few years, the processing of personal data by the hospitality and tourism industry has increased exponentially due to government regulations
Life after covid, what should businesses be considering? Expert Insight Following the relaxation of the government’s approach to managing Covid-19, many businesses are now looking at how they can “live with” the virus
Who is in charge of your hybrid model? Business Insights For many businesses, hybrid working is the future. By combining the positives of office and remote working,
Reducing your carbon footprint when driving. Saving fuel Business Insights We have witnessed huge prices increases in petrol and diesel in recent months. These prices are driving many motorists off the road.
No-fault divorce is here: what you need to know Expert Insights The long-awaited ‘no-fault’ divorce is finally here, becoming legislation on Wednesday (6 April). It has taken years of discussion to reach this point,
These are the three 2022 bathroom trends that can improve your wellbeing Business Insights Many of us take pride in our homes and strive to create the best living space we can, but has the focus on impressing those who enter our homes become of less importance over recent years and are we prioritising features of our homes that benefit us more?
Gain competitive advantage from better planning Business Insights It is often said that people don't plan to fail – they just fail to plan. Like many clichés, there is more than an element of truth in this – particularly for small businesses.
Supporting Charity - One entrepreneur explains the importance of giving back Business Insights Julianne Ponan is the founder of Creative Nature, a London company that creates truly healthy snacks that are especially popular with individuals with serious allergies or health conditions.
Why More Companies Should Invest In Security Measures Business Insights Online businesses are becoming the new normal. Remote workers completing their work from the comfort of their home helps to save the business money by not having to rent a space. They use popular platforms to access and share data and information needed to keep the business operating.
How to Get Started with Modernising your Software Systems Business Insights Outdated software systems which significantly underperform and carry excessive maintenance costs are surprisingly prevalent in businesses across the UK.
Will Hybrid Working Become Your Business’ Downfall? Business Insights The ‘gloss’ of hybrid working will soon dull if business leaders do not know how to successfully keep their teams engaged and motivated whilst working at home.
Returning to the office: what does this mean for employers? Business Insights As more people return to the office, Steve Sweetlove, Pay and people partner at RSM UK asks: what should employers consider in the new world of hybrid working?
What is an FDM 3D Printer and how to choose one for my business? Business Insights FDM 3D printing is by far the most common 3D printing technology. It’s an exceedingly popular option among both professional and hobbyist printer operators, and it’s easy to see why.
Have you got the skills to work in recruitment? Business Insights The skills you have gained throughout your career so far have equipped you perfectly for a job in recruitment – currently among the most highly rated jobs in the UK.
Why Are Sunday Markets So Popular with Gen Z? Business Insights The Sunday market is a long-held tradition in many local communities. Far from the hustle and bustle of high street megastores,
Happy teams don't develop overnight: Measuring wellbeing in a way that matters Business Insights Rich Westman, CEO and founder of Kaido, the leading team building platform for businesses, explores how employers can measure wellbeing to drive meaningful change for their employees.
Taking on Investors: What You Need to Know to Get it Right Business Insights Getting new investment into your company can be a great way to grow your business. But to get your relationship with the investors off to a good start and avoid making costly mistakes,
Post-pandemic perks: 4 employee benefits all businesses should consider Business Insights It’s March 2022, almost two years since the UK first went into a lockdown and we are still feeling the impact of the pandemic.
Why you should consider a flexible workspace for your business Business Insights With businesses having mostly returned to office, and employees making their daily commutes or operating a hybrid approach,
I Can See Clearly Now the Restrictions Have Gone Business Insights Most of us welcomed the news of lifting Covid-19 restrictions, however, given the upheavals of the last 23 months,
No more robots! How to humanize your brand Business Insights We might live in a digital world, but that doesn’t mean we’re quite ready for robots. When it comes to marketing campaigns, it’s critical that your consumers can relate to the advertisement.
Why food and beverage is the answer to revitalizing tourism in the post pandemic world Business insights t is a huge shame that millions of tourists leave a sun-drenched beach area with memories of nothing more than fish and chips, sausages, hamburgers, pizzas, colas and imported beer