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Talent attraction for gen z
As the mother of two Gen Z daughters entering the workforce for the first time, I’m constantly struck by the poor press Gen Z seems to get. There’s a common stereotype that Gen Z is lazy and entitled, but the reality is far from it. Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a generation […]
Creating a supportive environment for mental health
It might seem overwhelming and a lot of extra work for a start up or scale up to concentrate on employees’ mental health and wellbeing, but it’s critical for a positive work environment and doesn’t have to be hugely expensive or time consuming. It’s simply good business sense to recognise the importance of mental health […]
5 top tips on how to be an inclusive small business
It’s hugely frustrating to see big firms “diversity washing” in order to up their company’s ESG profile and subsequently its value. Start ups and scale ups don’t need to employ such fakery! Embed inclusion from the beginning and you’ll have real stories and real stats to share when it comes to raising funds. Follow my […]
Humanising redundancies
Although I believe things are starting to look up and I’m seeing many of my connections talking about new roles on LinkedIn, redundancy still seems to be a fate facing many in the tech sector and beyond. Making redundancies is never an easy task. It’s a difficult decision that is often made for the greater […]
5 top data tips for start ups and scale ups
Data plays a crucial role in empowering businesses to make informed decisions and drive organisational success. Through data analysis, businesses can gain a deeper understanding of workforce dynamics, employee engagement, performance metrics, and talent acquisition. By collecting and analysing relevant data, Executive teams can identify patterns, trends, and correlations that help them make more accurate […]
Why hire a contractor over a permanent member of staff?
A flexible, entrepreneurially minded and autonomous workforce is the way we’re headed in tech. Contractors offer flexible staffing solutions and short term cover when you need a highly skilled folk and an energetic hit! So, for start ups and scale ups, why hire a contractor over a perm member of staff? Flexibility: Hiring contractors provides […]