tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26649579339185742862012-01-27T12:22:25.090-08:00Read the latest news stories on the sales industry in the UKRob Scotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10817520760345352753noreply@blogger.comBlogger7911100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-38817206399489941752012-01-27T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-27T12:22:25.113-08:00

The implementation of Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) in the UK has not had the negative impact on the recruitment sector that some people predicted it would, it has been claimed. Roger Tweedy, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation's (REC's) director of research, said the outlook for temporary staff remains encouraging in the UK, even after AWR came into on October 1st. He explained

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Having so-called 'soft skills' in the workplace can be even more beneficial than an array of academic achievements, one specialist has explained. According to Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of thecareerbreaksite.com, the country's employers are increasingly thinking about the contribution that candidates can make to their organisation and are as such looking beyond qualifications. She noted

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Having so-called 'soft skills' in the workplace can be even more beneficial than an array of academic achievements, one specialist has explained. According to Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of thecareerbreaksite.com, the country's employers are increasingly thinking about the contribution that candidates can make to their organisation and are as such looking beyond qualifications. She noted

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-53340504557859363142012-01-26T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-26T12:22:14.093-08:00

The nation's employers are exhibiting a degree of caution but are still intending to hire over the coming months, according to the latest JobsOutlook from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Over the coming 12 months month, 98 per cent of firms said they are expecting to increase or maintain their workforce, with six in ten firms definitely intending to take on new staff in 2012.

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The majority of UK firms are confident that they will experience growth in the coming months and expand their workforces, according to a new poll by Robert Half. Results of the survey, carried out as part of Professional Hiring Index, shows that, despite the uncertain economic outlook, 72 per cent of UK executives are more confident about their company's growth prospects for 2012 than they were

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The best way for managers to communicate with their staff is still through talking, despite the rapid rise of email and other forms of technology, one expert has noted. Elizabeth Bacchus, director of thesuccessfulcv.com, said that the best way that managers can get the most out of people in sales jobs and other roles is for them to have plenty of face-to-face contact. This will not only ensure

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A new government scheme to ensure the nation's businesses only choose workers based on their skills and suitability for the job, rather than their social background, has taken a step closer after 100 major employers signed up to it. The Business Compact scheme was launched by deputy prime minister Nick Clegg and forms part of his social mobility strategy, which aims to create a "what you know,

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Companies can help to ensure their staff are motivated and engaged by keeping them updated about all aspects of the organisation through frequent communication, it has been advised.That is the recommendation of Elizabeth Bacchus, director of thesuccessfulcv.com, who noted that communication is a key aspect of keeping staff motivated, through whatever means employers feel is right."Keep staff

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Recruitment candidates are increasingly seeking jobs which can offer them employee benefits, according to a new study by the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP). Following a nationwide poll of UK workers for its Flexible Employee Benefits Survey, the CIPP found that 85 per cent of employee respondents rate employee benefits as either 'important' or 'very important'. Of the

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A new government scheme to ensure the nation's businesses only choose workers based on their skills and suitability for the job, rather than their social background, has taken a step closer after 100 major employers signed up to it. The Business Compact scheme was launched by deputy prime minister Nick Clegg and forms part of his social mobility strategy, which aims to create a "what you know,

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-52469881836983150372012-01-23T12:04:00.001-08:002012-01-23T12:04:50.736-08:00

Recruitment candidates are increasingly seeking jobs which can offer them employee benefits, according to a new study by the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP). Following a nationwide poll of UK workers for its Flexible Employee Benefits Survey, the CIPP found that 85 per cent of employee respondents rate employee benefits as either 'important' or 'very important'. Of the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-11466416688266478182012-01-20T12:23:00.001-08:002012-01-20T12:23:10.120-08:00

The lasting legacy of the economic downturn in the UK will be new employment models and ways of working, one sector body has claimed. After this week's employment figures from the Office for National Statistics highlighted the increased emergence of flexible working patterns, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) said the shift towards different ways of working may become the norm.

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Pay rises among private sector employees are the highest for three years this month, according to the latest industry report. Research carried out by XpertHR shows that pay rises effective in January 2012, which were exclusively in the private sector due to a lack of public sector bargaining, were worth a median 2.8 per cent. This is the highest level seen since December 2008 - well above the

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Pay rises among private sector employees are the highest for three years this month, according to the latest industry report. Research carried out by XpertHR shows that pay rises effective in January 2012, which were exclusively in the private sector due to a lack of public sector bargaining, were worth a median 2.8 per cent. This is the highest level seen since December 2008 - well above the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-4488834583660374322012-01-19T12:23:00.001-08:002012-01-19T12:23:10.401-08:00

Placing an increasing focus on preparing young people for the reality of the world of work and ensuring they are steered down the right career path can help to ensure a solid future for the UK jobs market, it has been claimed. Dr Neil Bentley, deputy director-general of the CBI, made the comments after the publication of the country's employment figures, and said one of the main ways to resolve

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-22715614954365512262012-01-18T08:22:00.001-08:002012-01-18T08:22:12.384-08:00

Using psychometric testing to evaluate which candidates are suitable for a particular role is an effective method of recruiting new employees, one organisation has stated. Phil Flaxton, chief executive of Work Wise UK, said that firms on the hunt for sales recruitment candidates will find that it can make life much easier. "Clearly, it is a useful tool. It is something which has gained momentum

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-9018226145888317792012-01-17T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-17T12:22:13.452-08:00

Staff in the UK are currently working harder than ever in their jobs as they look to impress their employers in the current economic climate, one expert has observed. Dr Clare Kelliher, senior lecturer in strategic human resource management at Cranfield School of Management, said there is evidence that this has been going on for some time, with staff boosting their efforts at work to guarantee

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-67150231647441880672012-01-16T12:23:00.001-08:002012-01-16T12:23:09.925-08:00

Business activity in the private sector rose across all nine regions of the UK at the end of last year, according to the latest Lloyds TSB regional Purchasing Managers' Index. The report revealed that the rise in output was led by Yorkshire and the Humber, with the increase reflecting stronger new business inflows and stimulating higher employment levels in the majority of English regions, to

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-87707997512828111102012-01-13T09:03:00.001-08:002012-01-13T09:03:18.600-08:00

The interpersonal skills of older workers make them an excellent addition to a workplace environment, according to one expert. Dr Dianne Bown-Wilson, chief executive of In My Prime, said that this is often due to the "pre-technological education" of this demographic, meaning they generally tend to have very good  written and spoken communication skills. "They are most likely to be valued for

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-10450097232121899312012-01-13T08:20:00.001-08:002012-01-13T08:20:14.623-08:00

The interpersonal skills of older workers make them an excellent addition to a workplace environment, according to one expert. Dr Dianne Bown-Wilson, chief executive of In My Prime, said that this is often due to the "pre-technological education" of this demographic, meaning they generally tend to have very good  written and spoken communication skills. "They are most likely to be valued for

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-64674399289554383562012-01-12T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-12T12:22:13.166-08:00

Employers hoping to get the best out of their staff need to communicate with them regularly in order to boost their workers' sense of purpose and motivation, it has been advised.Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, said there are many things that employers need to bear in mind to keep a good working relationship with their workers.She said that

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-20947754828546990952012-01-12T12:20:00.001-08:002012-01-12T12:20:14.534-08:00

Having work experience is extremely important for candidates hoping to land jobs in the near future, according to one expert who has noted that a great academic career is no longer enough for some employers. Mike Barnard, product manager at Milkround, noted that the jobs market is currently very competitive, and has been particularly so for the last three or four years as there is great demand

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-25169973553545312712012-01-11T12:27:00.001-08:002012-01-11T12:27:13.477-08:00

The UK's manufacturing industry is set to pick up in the coming weeks and maintain growth throughout the year, according to one organisation, which will create many jobs in the process. Julian Baseley, chairman of British Made for Quality, said there was a slowdown in orders from Europe over the last quarter, but this is unlikely to last much longer and the sector will soon see a boost. "

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A lack of productivity among UK staff following the festive season is costing the country's firms around £93 billion, it has been estimated. According to a new report by The University of Exeter and office environment consultancy Ambius, workplace malaise following the Christmas and New Year holidays is harming productivity and will culminate in 'Blue Monday' on January 16th - the least

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An increasing number of companies are set to reign in interim managers to boost their operations in the coming months and help to stabilise their organisation, it has been revealed. The skills and experience that many interim managers have will be relied upon by companies who are aiming to get the most out of staff and boost productivity and profits without increasing their overall expenditure,

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-24976831000512222582012-01-09T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-09T12:22:12.964-08:00

Private sector output and employment is continuing to rise in Scotland, according to the latest industry report. The new Bank of Scotland with output growth edged up for the second consecutive month in December, with the organisation posting 51.2, up marginally from 51.1 in November, with the UK as a whole performing better than in November. In addition, business wins rose at the fastest pace

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The amount generated by workers' unpaid overtime in the UK each year would be enough to create a million jobs, it has been claimed. According to a new report from the Trades Union Congress, 1.96 billion hours of unpaid overtime were worked last year, which helped to boost the economy by £29.2 billion. The TUC has estimated that, if workers who regularly put in unpaid overtime worked all their

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-40221974605934364782012-01-05T12:22:00.001-08:002012-01-05T12:22:12.986-08:00

The majority of UK workers took the entire festive period off - including the three regular working days in late December - new research has revealed. A study carried out by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) shows that 58 per cent of workers, including those in sales jobs, took the whole period between Friday December 23rd and Tuesday January 3rd off to recharge their

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-87036763696194338352012-01-05T12:20:00.001-08:002012-01-05T12:20:17.911-08:00

British workers are among the happiest and most satisfied in the world, according to a new study into worker satisfaction. A poll by the Wall Street Journal and iOpener Institute for People and Performance among workers across 80 countries in 30 sectors measured five components of happiness at work - contribution, conviction, culture, commitment and confidence. The Netherlands topped the Wall

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-20787667361986647072012-01-05T12:03:00.001-08:002012-01-05T12:03:13.593-08:00

British workers are among the happiest and most satisfied in the world, according to a new study into worker satisfaction. A poll by the Wall Street Journal and iOpener Institute for People and Performance among workers across 80 countries in 30 sectors measured five components of happiness at work - contribution, conviction, culture, commitment and confidence. The Netherlands topped the Wall

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-2793780375369371692012-01-04T12:27:00.001-08:002012-01-04T12:27:06.063-08:00

There was a boost in the number of people being employed in manufacturing jobs, as the sector continued its recovery from the economic downturn, it has been revealed. Data published in the JPMorgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index shows that conditions in the global manufacturing sector improved for the first time in four months in December, and now stands at 50.8, up from 49.7 in

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-823264153344008402012-01-04T12:22:00.003-08:002012-01-04T12:22:11.547-08:00

As the nation's workers return to their posts this week, a fifth are planning to change their job or career path in the coming 12 months, a new report has found. Research carried out by Lifetime revealed that 68 per cent of workers have set a work-related New Year's resolution for 2012, with 20 per cent hoping to change their current career, driven by the desire for a better work/life balance.

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It is important that the nation's employers recognise the important work being done by their staff and reward them appropriately in 2012 in order to maintain worker optimism, it has been claimed.Charles Cotton, rewards advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), made the comments after his organisation's annual survey of Employee Attitudes to Pay found that employees

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It is important that the nation's employers recognise the important work being done by their staff and reward them appropriately in 2012 in order to maintain worker optimism, it has been claimed.Charles Cotton, rewards advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), made the comments after his organisation's annual survey of Employee Attitudes to Pay found that employees

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-20007605764289438682012-01-04T01:15:00.000-08:002012-01-04T01:26:59.725-08:00

Here's a conversation between leading sales speaker and author, www.gaviningham.com and myself from yesterday. I hope he doesn't mind me publishing this but there's a pretty powerful message here: GAVIN: Welcome to 2012! Ignore doom-mongers & naysayers! Have dreams, set goals, take action.. make it a great one! Lots of great stuff coming this year… I have good feelings about 2012! You?!! ME

Rob Scotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10817520760345352753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-85751031029133578052012-01-03T12:20:00.001-08:002012-01-03T12:20:14.370-08:00

The number of job vacancies in the UK was much higher at the end of 2011 than the end of 2010, according to the latest Reed Job Index. In the organisation's new report, compiled following analysis of job vacancy trends from 8,000 recruiters across the UK, it was revealed that 2011 saw sustained growth in demand for new staff, compared to 2010. Overall, year-on-year demand for staff rose by 17

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-19831258688983967212012-01-03T12:04:00.001-08:002012-01-03T12:04:11.342-08:00

The number of job vacancies in the UK was much higher at the end of 2011 than the end of 2010, according to the latest Reed Job Index. In the organisation's new report, compiled following analysis of job vacancy trends from 8,000 recruiters across the UK, it was revealed that 2011 saw sustained growth in demand for new staff, compared to 2010. Overall, year-on-year demand for staff rose by 17

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-73833146013685482292011-12-30T08:22:00.001-08:002011-12-30T08:22:08.929-08:00

Many managers in London are failing to take their full holiday entitlement, new research has highlighted. According to a study conducted by LondonlovesJobs, one in ten workers has failed to take any of their holiday entitlement this year. The tough economic climate has been blamed for being a main reason why London managers are choosing to stay in the office instead of enjoying some time off.

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-80731079244775014682011-12-30T08:20:00.001-08:002011-12-30T08:20:12.828-08:00

Recruiters have been told of the positives that can be gained by bringing ex-offenders into the workplace.While many employers will be sceptical about hiring a person who has served a stint in prison, Sarah Gordon, associate director of the Sammons Group and chair of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation's Diversity & Inclusion Forum, believes this feeling does not need to be acted upon.The

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-37464909644248869452011-12-29T08:24:00.001-08:002011-12-29T08:24:32.261-08:00

People who head into an interview room with their strengths at the front of their mind have a greater chance to succeed than those who antagonise about their weaknesses.This is the view of Caroline Dowd-Higgins, Director of Career and Professional Development, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, who was keen to tell Huffington Post readers how they could better impress an employer."It's sad

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-861309281368247092011-12-29T08:20:00.001-08:002011-12-29T08:20:12.839-08:00

More help is required for people making the transition from full-time education to working life. This is the opinion of Carmen Watson, managing director of Pertemps Recruitment Partnership, who believes that young individuals are in need of further assistance by employers so that this task can be undertaken with more ease. In fact, the expert estimated that the changes to youth unemployment "

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-28153826531673473472011-12-28T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-28T12:22:11.609-08:00

There are many benefits to a company adopting flexible working opportunities into their workplace, one expert has attested.Shirley Borrett, development director at the Telework Association, believes that the past few years have shown that "employers gain enormously from having a flexible, home-based workforce".This is because the benefits range from those which help the business itself to others

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-31747793380197967592011-12-28T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-28T12:20:14.796-08:00

The UK jobs market has become even more competitive, if the findings of a new study are anything to go by.According to research carried out by Totaljobs.com, 23 people are applying for a job in the UK on average.This figure rises to 33 applicants for job opportunities in the south east of the country, though only ten people are fighting for a work vacancy in East Anglia.Looking into the current

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-6963292374132179032011-12-24T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-24T12:22:13.056-08:00

The implementation of Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) in the UK has been far smoother than expected and not had a major impact on the use of agency workers across the UK, according to the findings of a new study. In the Recruitment and Employment confederation's new AWR Monitor, compiled by the organisation's Policy and Professional Services, data and member feedback on AWR implementation shows

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-84299282550361860062011-12-23T09:04:00.001-08:002011-12-23T09:04:52.636-08:00

More than eight out of ten employers are keen to provide their workplace with sick pay which is above the statutory minimum. Furthermore, over two-thirds of employers are keen to pay their staff something for up to a year as part of a benefits package. These were two key findings of a new Unum and Personnel Today study which involved questioning a series of HR professionals. When it comes to

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-27819085079291026662011-12-23T08:20:00.001-08:002011-12-23T08:20:13.991-08:00

People who are currently searching for a new job have been told how a gap year could help them land on the career path of a lifetime. Marcus Watts, managing director at Greenforce, believes that individuals can gain many benefits by taking up this form of travel. However, he was keen to note that this will only be the case if the trip is planned so that it boosts a person's job outlook, and not

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-71527844416231306762011-12-22T12:30:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:30:01.468-08:00

The majority of workers in the public sector are currently thinking about moving to the private sphere, according to the latest study. Data published in the latest Hays Career Outlook Survey, undertaken in November and December, shows that although those working in the public sector are defensive of their pensions, the pull of the private sector and its perceived higher job security is

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-38858014458205412812011-12-22T12:26:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:26:01.501-08:00

Women on the hunt for a job need to think about what they love to do and attempt to find a career that suits it, one specialist has advised. Piya Khanna, executive coach at Change to Succeed, said there are many ways that women can empower themselves to choose the right career for them. "The most important thing women can do is to figure out what they love to do and then see how they can

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-49403035662891080792011-12-22T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:22:13.157-08:00

It is vital that careers guidance is maintained in the nation's schools if young people are to continue moving into the right roles, such as sales jobs, and driving the recovery of the nation's economy.Ed McRandal, Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) policy advisor responsible for youth unemployment, made the comments after the REC joined a campaign to protect the delivery of careers

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-19509698267205047692011-12-22T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:20:18.129-08:00

People on the hunt for a new job have been advised that vocational skills can count for just as much – or perhaps even more – than qualifications. That is the opinion of Jo Barnard, director at Quest Professional, who said that for employers it is important for people to have the right attitude, first and foremost. They should have a good appreciation of being able to take responsibility, work

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-56588512066278190332011-12-22T12:13:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:13:18.693-08:00

The majority of workers in the public sector are currently thinking about moving to the private sphere, according to the latest study. Data published in the latest Hays Career Outlook Survey, undertaken in November and December, shows that although those working in the public sector are defensive of their pensions, the pull of the private sector and its perceived higher job security is

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-32717869945444342122011-12-22T12:08:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:08:21.363-08:00

Women on the hunt for a job need to think about what they love to do and attempt to find a career that suits it, one specialist has advised. Piya Khanna, executive coach at Change to Succeed, said there are many ways that women can empower themselves to choose the right career for them. "The most important thing women can do is to figure out what they love to do and then see how they can

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-1383087541945815832011-12-22T12:04:00.001-08:002011-12-22T12:04:10.216-08:00

People on the hunt for a new job have been advised that vocational skills can count for just as much – or perhaps even more – than qualifications. That is the opinion of Jo Barnard, director at Quest Professional, who said that for employers it is important for people to have the right attitude, first and foremost. They should have a good appreciation of being able to take responsibility, work

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-42413897673284648942011-12-21T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-21T12:22:16.278-08:00

There has been a rise in the demand for agency staff over the past 12 months, according to the latest Jobs Outlook from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation. According to the figures, the short-term outlook for the agency work market has improved by three points, with 81 per cent of employers planning to either grow or keep their agency workforces at existing levels. Of these, a

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-12863617830635399592011-12-20T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-20T12:22:17.853-08:00

One of the biggest pet peeves among UK workers is their bosses using office jargon that serves no real purpose other than to irritate staff, it has been revealed. A new poll of 2,000 of the nation's employees found that 75 per cent of workers are being annoyed by a manager using meaningless cliches, with 'think outside the box' topping the list. 'Blue sky thinking' was second place in the list

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-17403132349216510692011-12-20T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-20T12:20:13.853-08:00

It is a great time for sales recruitment candidates hoping to gain a position in the coming weeks and months, it has been observed. David Clubb, managing director of Office Angels, made the comments after new data from the company and mysalarychecker.com showed that sales recruitment candidates and telesales roles are in great demand across a number of sectors. The report shows that companies

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-66859050726428969522011-12-20T12:04:00.001-08:002011-12-20T12:04:10.325-08:00

It is a great time for sales recruitment candidates hoping to gain a position in the coming weeks and months, it has been observed. David Clubb, managing director of Office Angels, made the comments after new data from the company and mysalarychecker.com showed that sales recruitment candidates and telesales roles are in great demand across a number of sectors. The report shows that companies

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-7931892749031647162011-12-19T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-19T12:22:14.517-08:00

The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) has launched the Flexible Work Commission, a new group of experts that aims to drive practical recommendations to government and business on re-energising the country's flexible labour market. One of the aims of the group is to encourage flexible working patterns to bring in the right skills and enhance productivity across the country. The

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-31189127675710259532011-12-16T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-16T12:22:13.071-08:00

The number of people being employed in private sector jobs in the UK is continuing to increase, according to the latest government figures. The data reveals that, although unemployment has risen by 128,000 to 2.64 million in the three months to October, the number of private sector jobs rose by 5,000 between the second and third quarters of the year. With the impact of public sector cuts being

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-20250415556437492942011-12-15T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-15T12:22:13.436-08:00

Apprenticeships are a great way to learn vocational and technical skills, as well as gain experience of a workplace environment that can't be gained through an academic education, according to one expert. Tara Daynes, human resources and training consultant at taradayneshr.com, said that people hoping to work in sales jobs and other positions will find apprenticeships can provide "focussed,

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-86679312924638732692011-12-14T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-14T12:22:13.452-08:00

The nation's business are set to see a dip in productivity in the next few days as employees suffer from the effects of Christmas parties, with this festive hangover costing in the region of £888 million across the country. Data published by Travelodge following a poll of 6,000 staff suggests that seven out of ten workers will have at least two parties over the next seven working days, with 70

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-84371097822867456812011-12-14T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-14T12:20:20.213-08:00

Going on a career break can have significant benefits for a job candidate by boosting both their overall experience and their confidence, one expert has pointed out. Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of thecareerbreaksite.com, said the career break market has been growing over the past five to ten years, with the core of the market being in their late 20s or early 30s. According to the expert, the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-68380240670553191272011-12-14T12:04:00.001-08:002011-12-14T12:04:12.740-08:00

Going on a career break can have significant benefits for a job candidate by boosting both their overall experience and their confidence, one expert has pointed out. Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of thecareerbreaksite.com, said the career break market has been growing over the past five to ten years, with the core of the market being in their late 20s or early 30s. According to the expert, the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-67813842784456772422011-12-13T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-13T12:22:16.623-08:00

Managers can help to ease the pressure on staff by enabling them to work flexibly, according to one expert who has highlighted the benefits of remote working. Clare Kelliher, professor of work and organisation at Cranfield School of Management, told HR Magazine that work has become "more intense" for many workers in recent years, with those who work remotely often putting in longer hours.

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-21455387856384512452011-12-13T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-13T12:20:12.818-08:00

The majority of UK staff work more than 40 hours a week, according to a new poll which revealed that many are in the office for as long as 11 hours a day. A poll of over 2,700 business people by across the UK by Regus found that more than a third work for between nine to 11 hours on a daily basis, while one in ten work more than 11 hours a day. The increasing workloads and time spent in the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-60700982876567717962011-12-13T12:04:00.001-08:002011-12-13T12:04:10.813-08:00

The majority of UK staff work more than 40 hours a week, according to a new poll which revealed that many are in the office for as long as 11 hours a day. A poll of over 2,700 business people by across the UK by Regus found that more than a third work for between nine to 11 hours on a daily basis, while one in ten work more than 11 hours a day. The increasing workloads and time spent in the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-65329564153155630112011-12-12T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-12T12:22:20.859-08:00

The overtime put in by the nation's workers is generating almost £30 billion a year for the UK economy, according to new figures published by the Office for National Statistics. Figures released by the official government analyst shows that 5.26 million people welcomed overtime last year without being paid for it, which helped to boost the UK economy by £28.9 billion. Commenting on the figures,

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-48735509009942644542011-12-09T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-09T12:22:11.122-08:00

The country's smaller firms are struggling to find the staff who can drive their organisation forward through tough economic times, a new poll has discovered. Research carried out by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and All Party Parliamentary Small Business Group (APPSBG) shows that almost a third of small businesses at start-up stage have difficulty finding suitably skilled staff.

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-63099138921420665782011-12-08T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-08T12:22:15.310-08:00

More than a third of companies will be taking on staff in the first three months of next year, according to a new report which has indicated that this trend will continue in the months ahead. The Women Like Us survey polled 329 businesses about their recruitment intention for Q1 2012 and 36 per cent stated that they will definitely be taking on new workers, 89 per cent of which were small to

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-64754308055929529632011-12-07T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-07T12:22:14.018-08:00

The number of people securing temporary jobs in the UK has continued to rise, according to the latest Report on Jobs by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG. Data published in the report shows that billings from the employment of agency workers rose for the 28th month in succession in November, though the rate of growth was slightly weaker than in October. The data also

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-10978183502712391102011-12-07T12:21:00.001-08:002011-12-07T12:21:08.762-08:00

The nation's temporary workers play a major role in helping to drive business, and companies should do all they can to help integrate them and keep them motivated, it has been claimed. Chris Moore, managing director of Adecco Group Solutions, made the comments after a study by his organisation found that there are major benefits to making temporary workers feel like a permanent part of the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-80461574561575468262011-12-06T12:28:00.001-08:002011-12-06T12:28:19.283-08:00

Companies across the UK remain confident that their situation will improve over the coming months and business will continue to blossom, according to the latest report from KPMG. The analyst predicts that some manufacturers are expecting activity to rise over the coming year, with more than a third of companies anticipating an increase in new orders over the next 12 months. There is also hope

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-35593845305805242072011-12-06T12:24:00.001-08:002011-12-06T12:24:26.588-08:00

Some half a million jobs are set to be created by the coalition by the end of the current parliament due to the Regional Growth Fund, according to deputy prime minister Nick Clegg. He made the comments after the announcement of a £1 billion boost to the Regional Growth Fund in the chancellor's Autumn Statement last week, meaning the total fund now stands at £2.4billion in total. There are also

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-34446814585862172192011-12-05T12:22:00.001-08:002011-12-05T12:22:16.259-08:00

Companies across the UK are paying the price due to staff being stuck in traffic jams in a morning, with millions of working hours being lost, a new poll has found. Research carried out by Churchill Car Insurance shows that over 123 million working hours are lost every year as employees sit gridlocked in their vehicles on their way to the office, which is costing the UK economy a total of £752

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-83692070165660725002011-12-05T12:20:00.001-08:002011-12-05T12:20:13.159-08:00

There has been a spike in the number of job opportunities available in the UK, with more positions available now than at any time in the last 23 months, a new industry report reveals. Data published by Reed as part of its monthly Job Index shows that there are more opportunities for sales jobs and other roles than at any point since December 2009. The Index now stands at 133, with employer

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-30831010285698063352011-12-02T12:23:00.001-08:002011-12-02T12:23:14.728-08:00

There has been another improvement in longer-term hiring intentions and strong demand for agency staff, in spite the latest economic predictions, new data from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) reveals. A new report from the organisation shows that, despite the Agency Workers Regulations coming into force in October, 28 per cent of employers said they would be increasing their

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-75488133737421228272011-12-01T12:23:00.001-08:002011-12-01T12:23:33.740-08:00

Any boss planning to cancel the office Christmas party in the coming weeks has been advised that the decision would be short-sighted and have an even more detrimental impact on worker morale than they think. A new poll by Table7 found that four in ten managers are intending to scrap the party altogether, with 44 per cent of those who are going ahead with the party still cutting corners where

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-41154885826942191692011-11-30T12:23:00.001-08:002011-11-30T12:23:13.834-08:00

The UK's managers are increasingly allowing their staff more flexibility in their working lives and are also more tolerant of their behaviour in the workplace, according to a new survey.A new poll commissioned by Vodafone reveals that 70 per cent of UK managers think that the idea of the nine to five working is dying out, while nine out of ten enable their staff to work flexibly to some extent,

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-54941867610368665722011-11-29T08:20:00.001-08:002011-11-29T08:20:13.619-08:00

Employers are always keen to see examples of work experience on the CVs of job candidates, but it is surprising how many people omit this information from their resume, one expert has stated.Jo Barnard, director of Quest Professional, employers have always placed an emphasis on previous work experience when looking to recruit, but it is arguably more important than ever in the current economic

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-62197926062013101452011-11-28T09:04:00.001-08:002011-11-28T09:04:13.701-08:00

Some 6.1 million people over the age of 50 expect to work past the current state retirement age, according to a new poll, representing 28 per cent of this demographic.Figures compiled by LV following a poll of thousands of workers found that one in five over-50s expect to work for at least a decade past the current state retirement age, with affordability cited as the key reason.A further 11 per

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-31388599821168025612011-11-28T08:46:00.000-08:002011-11-28T08:46:06.641-08:00

During the month of Movember some of the team at Aaron Wallis in Milton Keynes have been growing and grooming moustaches to celebrate the month of Movember. As walking, talking billboards for the 30 days of November and through their actions and words raise awareness by prompting private and public conversation around the often ignored issue of men’s health.  Each team member is

Rob Scotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10817520760345352753noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-50783664023827623592011-11-28T08:22:00.001-08:002011-11-28T08:22:12.592-08:00

The government's pledge to reduce the amount of bureaucracy firms encounter when complying with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) will be good news for the country's recruiters, according to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC).Last week, business secretary Vince Cable made a commitment to evaluate the administrative implications of the AWR within the next 18 months.He noted that "

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-69065447026065485942011-11-28T08:20:00.001-08:002011-11-28T08:20:10.389-08:00

Some 6.1 million people over the age of 50 expect to work past the current state retirement age, according to a new poll, representing 28 per cent of this demographic.Figures compiled by LV following a poll of thousands of workers found that one in five over-50s expect to work for at least a decade past the current state retirement age, with affordability cited as the key reason.A further 11 per

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-7898816720661469792011-11-25T08:24:00.001-08:002011-11-25T08:24:56.750-08:00

More focus is being put on getting young people in the UK into employment, under a new government strategy.Deputy prime minister Nick Clegg has unveiled the youth contract scheme, which will operate over the next three years.The plan will see £1 billion being provided to employers across the country so that they can supply work and training placements to those between 18 and 24 years old.Up to

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-31904722170299027892011-11-25T08:20:00.001-08:002011-11-25T08:20:10.517-08:00

People who are finding it difficult to secure a full-time job have been advised on how going into self-employment could be a beneficial choice.Dr Dianne Bown-Wilson, small business advisor and age management specialist at in my prime, pointed out that the economic woes have meant jobs are in short supply.As a result, travelling down the self-employment route has become much more of an "attractive

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-30340016707914760162011-11-24T08:24:00.001-08:002011-11-24T08:24:52.400-08:00

Training and career development could be used by employers to keep those in sales jobs and other areas of work happy.A new study carried out by the People 1st Training Company and ICM Research showed that 66 per cent of staff would feel better about their line of work if such options were on offer to them.Furthermore, almost two-thirds (60 per cent) of respondents to the survey acknowledged that

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-5348567531447643362011-11-24T08:20:00.001-08:002011-11-24T08:20:13.559-08:00

Flexible working opportunities are not being taken up by many small and medium sized businesses, a new study has suggested.According to a survey conducted by O2 to support the launch of its Joined Up People strategy, 25 per cent of firms questioned did not have any technology in place to accompany flexible working opportunities.Furthermore, there were just over a quarter of businesses (26 per

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-24397758869668028832011-11-23T12:24:00.001-08:002011-11-23T12:24:54.343-08:00

The Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) 2011 could see businesses changing the way they hire temporary staff members.Reculver Solicitors' James Carmody gave this view on the new rules, which state that after 12 weeks of going through qualifying, temporary workers will be given the right to be paid the same pay as permanent staff.The expert was keen to point out that he does not believe the

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-37169557536912826682011-11-23T12:20:00.001-08:002011-11-23T12:20:11.797-08:00

Businesses are to be given more incentive to boost skills and growth within their desired sector, under a new government strategy.Minister for skills John Hayes and the business secretary Vince Cable have launched the second phase of the Growth and Innovation Fund (GIF).Under the strategy, the Department for Business Innovation & Skills (BIS) will inject £34 million in 2012/13 in order to allow

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-54255856505909772362011-11-22T09:03:00.001-08:002011-11-22T09:03:11.284-08:00

The upcoming London 2012 Olympics is set to have a significant impact on creating a "better Britain" in the long term.According to a survey conducted by Cisco, 40 per cent of employees already believe that next year's Games are having a positive effect on the UK's economic infrastructure.Cisco, which is the official network infrastructure provider for both the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-12549957539727893352011-11-21T12:22:00.001-08:002011-11-21T12:22:13.547-08:00

Employers have been further encouraged to adopt flexible working practices in sales jobs and other roles within their businesses.Transport Minster Norman Baker has looked to get the message of this line of work across to those in the UK with more effect by setting up the 'Anywhere Working' strategy.The scheme will outline the advantages which can be had by enhancing their workplace so that it

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-29394306790195811732011-11-21T12:20:00.001-08:002011-11-21T12:20:15.789-08:00

Businesses have been advised that social networks could prove "extremely valuable assets" to all members of staff if integrated into the workplace.This is the view of Tim Gibbon, director at communications consultancy Elemental, who pointed out that both employees and companies can benefit by taking advantage of portals such as Facebook and Google+.For example, the expert acknowledged that online

Aaron Wallishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16246009338061586514noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2664957933918574286.post-68162898192618387722011-11-18T12:22:00.001-08:002011-11-18T12:22:13.752-08:00

Many staff hoping to boost their skillsets are struggling to do so without the support of their employers, according to a new poll of staff.Research carried out by Accenture has found that 55 per cent of staff feel pressure to develop additional skills for career success, but only 21 per cent have gained these skills through employer training programmes.The data, published in the Accenture Skills

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A large proportion of British staff are not currently happy with their job and are looking elsewhere for another role, the latest report has revealed.Research carried out by Train4Trade Skills shows that 28 per cent are not satisfied with their current job and only one in four have no plans to change their career over the next five years.The research, carried out among 1,200 British employees,

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The offer of flexible working can help organisations to attract the best candidates into sales jobs and other positions, according to one specialist who has noted the lifestyle benefits of the practice.Jonathan Swan, research and policy manager at Working Families, said flexible working is also good for employers, as if people have a better work-life balance they tend to be more productive at

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The coalition can help to tackle the problem of youth unemployment by incentivising small business to take on new staff by offering a National Insurance holiday.That is the opinion of Kevin Green, chief executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, following today's announcement that one million young people in the UK are now in unemployment.Rather than being disheartened by the

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Temporary staff display just as much loyalty to their organisation as the permanent staff they work alongside, but many managers are failing to spot this trait, a new report has revealed. Research carried out by Hudson revealed that the majority of managers think agency staff are often more focused and reliable than the permanent employees in their ranks, but are dubious about their loyalty.

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The demand for staff remains very strong in many sectors, and this is likely to continue in the months ahead, according to one expert.Kevin Green, chief executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, said that although the latest Report on Jobs showed a slight decrease in demand for permanent jobs for the first time in over two years, there is still strong demand in many sectors and

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Managers hoping to get a little extra out of their team need to show more emotion in order to win trust and boost productivity, according to one expert.Kevin Murray, chairman of Bell Pottinger, said that over the last 20 years leaders have learned to be more emotional in the way they interact with staff, as great leadership is about communicating the way people feel.He explained that anybody who

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Half of UK firms are currently planning to boost the number of workers they employ over the next 12 months, according to a new survey.Research carried out by the CBI and recruitment consultancy Harvey Nash shows that 47 per cent of employers are predicting that their workforces will be larger by next year, while just 19 per cent are expecting to downsize.Furthermore, small companies with fewer

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