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​​Going to a job interview, both physical and virtual, can be an exciting but stressful experience. Even though you prepared thoroughly by researching the company and preparing intelligent answers for tough questions, it’s still hard to know whether it went well or not.After an interview, there can be a feeling of relief; however, the most challenging part comes afterward. ...

​October 10th is World Mental Health Day. The objective of observing World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness for mental health around the world. The theme set forth by the World Health Organization this year is “mental health care for all: let’s make it a reality”.Over the past 18 months, the mental health of individuals around the world has been impacted massively. Th...

​What makes a candidate want to swipe right on your opportunity? And what makes your employees loyal to you and your business? In today’s market, it is essential to know what makes your company a good place to work, a desirable workplace for candidates, and place where employees are happy and want to stay.The environment which you provide to employees, potential and current,...

The workplace looks different than ever before, and so ways in which you can advance your career have drastically changed over the past year. What worked well in the past, may not work so well today. All those who embrace this disruption and use it to their advantage, will in no doubt get ahead in today’s market. Whether you are looking for a new job or looking to advance at...

​As we know, the workplace has undergone a significant transformation. After over a year and a half of remote work, we are starting to learn more about what will come next for the workforce. While some companies plan to remain remote for the time being, other companies have decided to go back full time, and some have even decided to permanently switch their workforce to enti...

​Getting a new job is usually one of the most exciting moments in life, whether you are making progression in your career or just starting out in a new industry. However, on occasion, the day-to-day of new jobs can turn out to be quite different than what you expected.There’s lots of reasons that people enjoy their jobs, be it financial rewards, exciting opportunities, or co...

​It’s no secret that hiring and retaining the right talent is critical to an organisation’s success. After all, an organisation is only as strong as its collective talent. In fact, studies have shown that high performers are 400% more productive than average.When you attract leaders in the field, your business or organisation builds a reputation of value. In turn, you attrac...

​Recruiters and hiring managers see hundreds of applications for each role they have open. How do you ensure that your CV catches their attention? Your CV should be considered as a personal marketing pitch to sell yourself to potentials employers, so it is important for it to stand out. Below are three of the most important questions we suggest answering in your CV when appl...

​Employee productivity is a deceivingly simple idea. The term itself refers to the amount of work a person produces within a set time. Increasing productivity of employees is always on the minds of business owners and managers, but many struggle with the steps to take.When you’re facing a lull in productivity, it can be hard kickstart your business into to a thriving and ene...

​​The workplace and job market have evolved rapidly over that past year due to the pandemic. Of course, the job market is always evolving, but the pandemic has caused it to change more quickly than before.While on the hunt for a job in this new landscape, you are bound to come across the words “skills” and “competencies”. While they may seem interchangeable, believe it or no...

​Making anyone feel welcome without in-person contact can be challenging, but it is massively important. Team bonding and morale must take a higher priority while businesses embrace remote working as it won’t come naturally for some to communicate effectively from home. In order to avoid isolating your new colleague, schedule conference calls, introduce them to the team...

​Productivity has always been a challenge that most of us struggle with, but the pandemic adds another layer of complexity for those of us who are working from home. In the beginning, we saw a multitude of advantages of working from home; no time wasted on commuting, a chance to work uninterrupted on projects, and a change of environment. However as working from home guidanc...

​Searching for a new position is a physically, mentally and emotionally consuming journey. Whether you are currently employed and looking for a better opportunity or you have left a previous position and need a new job, the hunt can require a considerable amount of time and energy. It can sometimes feel discouraging and draining.How will you continue to stay motivated and en...

​As governments across the world outline their next steps, market confidence is beginning to grow in many regions. Vaccine rollouts and falling infection rates are putting the world at ease once again, and Personnel Today has reported the sharpest rise in permanent appointments in six years, as well as the temporary market growing at the fastest rate since 2017.The market re...

As we start to see signs of improved outlook for hiring plans in 2021, finding the right talent for your business will become more crucial than ever as competition ramps up.Is your current internal talent acquisition team ready to handle the onslaught of hiring challenges coming their way and do they have the resources on hand to support your organisation’s talent needs? If ...

As the market starts to recover, we are seeing the hunt for talent becoming more competitive than ever before. The market is shifting to being very candidate-driven, meaning candidates will now have multiple opportunities readily available.Candidates now have the upper hand in determining which opportunity is best for them. How do you ensure that you find and acquire the bes...

As 2019 comes to an end, Ball and Hoolahan look back at 2019’s trends and focus ahead to what 2020 has in store for the FCMG and Retail industry. E-CommerceThe popularity of online shopping has been on a massive trajectory for the past few years, and in 2019 it was no different. According to DKSH, online sales are growing 4 times faster than offline sales and E-Commerce is e...

Statistics reported by The Grocer has revealed that 81% of food and drink start-ups don’t feel they get enough support, especially when considering the growth it generates for the Grocery industry. The numbers seem to back this up too, with food and drink start-ups accounting for 59% of growth in the industry, according to the Food & Drink Federation. So, are supermarket...

Brexit is already causing a plethora of problems, both costly and damaging, for small businesses across the UK; however, many are finding ways to succeed despite the current economic state.The confidence and effort required to start a small business proves the optimism of those entrepreneurs fighting back at Brexit, but are they failing to recognise the adverse effects of th...

The term “nomad” is generally described as a member of a community of people who are constantly travelling, moving to different places around the world, usually to make a living. Technology is changing the way that people live their day-to-day lives and has made way for previously unimaginable business opportunities. A digital nomad is considered as an individual who is able...