Some of you will know and remember that in February 2021 some of our close family emigrated to Australia. Our grandson was just 3 when they left, now he's 7 and it's about time I got to see them again in the flesh! So James and I are packing up early for the festive season this year and making the journey 'down under' for Christmas. To say I'm excited is a huge understatement! We'll be doing some travelling, but spending Christmas and New Year with Hugo and his mum and dad.

Angie Beeston is MD of Evolution 4 Business Ltd, founded 14 years ago, created to support, help and develop individuals and teams through executive coaching, business mentoring, bespoke leadership development programmes, building future leaders, strategic facilitation and team building.   Thank you Angie for providing the content for this month's Aspire Jobs newsletter, a topic that resonates often with our candidates...

Angie Beeston is MD of Evolution 4 Business Ltd, founded 14 years ago, created to support, help and develop individuals and teams through executive coaching, business mentoring, bespoke leadership development programmes, building future leaders, strategic facilitation and team building.   Thank you Angie for providing the content for this month's Aspire Jobs newsletter, a topic that we often return to, and really interesting to hear a different take on it....

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We've gone and said it, the dreaded 'C' word. Sorry (not sorry) about that! But, as the festive season approaches (how did that even happen!), it's time to think about your hiring strategy. While Christmas traditionally brings to mind seasonal hires and temporary workers, its impact extends far beyond. The holiday rush can also influence your needs for fixed-term contracts and even permanent positions. Effective Christmas hiring across all these categories can make or break your business's success.

Are you looking to boost your career and increase your workplace happiness? The July 2024 edition of WorkL's DiscovR newsletter is packed with invaluable insights and strategies to help you achieve the reward and recognition you deserve. Here's what it features:

Love it or hate it, AI has become prevalent in job seeking and as a result, hiring managers and recruiters need to adapt their screening processes. When reviewing applications potentially created or enhanced by AI recruiters would do well to follow this advice...

Are you facing a dilemma when two outstanding candidates vie for the same position? You're not alone. Many hiring managers find themselves at this crossroads, knowing that their decision can significantly impact team dynamics and company success. 

Here are some actionable tips to help you negotiate a job offer effectively: (Article source: WorkL.com)

As more and more Generation Z professionals enter the workforce, employers are faced with the exciting challenge of integrating these dynamic young talents into their teams. Born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, Gen Zs bring a unique blend of fresh perspectives, digital savvy, and a strong sense of purpose to the table.   To successfully engage and retain Gen Z employees, it's important for employers to take a proactive approach to understanding their motivations, creating supportive learning environments, and creating a workplace culture that resonates with their values

Redundancy. It's a word that strikes fear into the hearts of employees, and it's a reality that many are grappling with. The uncertainty, the anxiety – enough to make even the most resilient among us feel a bit wobbly.

We're taking this opportunity to remind you of the changes introduced by the Employment Rights (Flexible Working) Act 2023, which came into effect on April 6th in the UK. If you haven't already taken action to ensure compliance, it is crucial that you do so immediately to avoid potential legal consequences.