Candidate Catastrophes: Top Pet ‘Peeves’ When Applying for Jobs

Navigating the job application process can be extremely challenging, especially in the current market and the competitive world of business support. As a recruiter specialising in business support, I’ve reviewed countless applications, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. While every candidate brings something unique to the table, certain recurring mistakes can hinder even the [...]

2025-09-02T09:05:31+00:00July 31, 2024|Blog|

Comfort Zones: How far should you step out of them?

The idea of stepping outside our comfort zone is a concept that can be as exciting as it is terrifying. For many, including myself, the principle of pushing boundaries is fundamental to personal and professional development. It’s a belief that growth is beyond the edge of comfort. Yet, embracing discomfort isn’t always easy. [...]

2025-09-02T09:05:32+00:00June 4, 2024|Blog|

AI: Will it dilute your hiring processes?

My colleague Lily and I recently attended the HR Summit at the Raddison Blu Hotel at Manchester Airport. Our presentation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) was focused on the part it plays in recruitment processes, including the benefits and disadvantages. […]

2025-09-02T09:05:32+00:00March 8, 2024|Blog|

Do you need an EVP to attract (and retain) top talent?

In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent has become more challenging than ever before. Companies like ourselves constantly search for ways to stand out and entice potential employees. As a recruitment business owner, I know first-hand how a key hire can impact my business. One powerful tool I discovered this year was [...]

2025-09-02T09:05:33+00:00January 9, 2024|Blog|

Is social media harming your hiring processes?

With recent statistics stating that a huge 57.1 million people in the UK are social media users (as of January 2023), it’s safe to say that we are living in a digital age! Social media has become an extension of our personalities (whether you like it or not). We use it to connect with our [...]

2025-09-02T09:05:33+00:00December 13, 2023|Blog|
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