Understanding & overcoming imposter syndrome
Do you suffer from imposter syndrome, plus which industries are most affected? Imposter syndrome is defined as “the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one’s own efforts or skills.” It’s such a common phenomenon that almost 40% of UK employees may be affected…. Read More
The worst management traits
Do you or your business leaders possess any of these worst management traits? Many managers never really set out to become managers at all. As no doubt you’ve witnessed in your own career, it’s common to simply climb the ranks as new opportunities arise. It’s also common to enter team leadership roles without any formal… Read More
New job considerations
What tops your list of new job considerations? Here’s what the rest of the UK is saying… Today marks the start of National Careers Week. In honour of the occasion, a new survey has explored the most important elements people consider when making a job change. The top new job considerations are said to include…… Read More
Supporting your team’s emotional wellbeing
Do you feel committed to supporting your employees’ emotional wellbeing and, if so, how are you going about this? Research has found that most employers (88%) believe they have a ‘duty of care’ to their employees’ mental wellness. The survey of HR leaders has also uncovered a number of popular ways in which employers can… Read More
Inappropriate salary discussions
Are you having inappropriate salary discussions with recruiters and employers? Or rather, are recruiters and employers having inappropriate salary conversations with you? One salary-related tweet has generated a big reaction. Someone attempted to headhunt a tech professional for a role with a salary that’s £25,000 below her current rate. The reason? Apparently the company could… Read More
Coping with job search setbacks
What to do when you encounter job search setbacks… While it would be wonderful if everyone had a smooth job search experience, some disappointments are likely. It could be anything from finding out that a position has already closed to not being selected for an interview. However, if you’re mentally prepared for such happenings, it’s… Read More
Staff over tech for high growth companies
It’s all a question of staff over tech, according to high growth small businesses in the UK… Before we get into the stats, it’s important to understand the value of high growth small businesses. These are the companies that: Account for only 2.9% of UK businesses, yet contribute to 84% of ‘net employment growth’ (employing… Read More
The most motivated age
When do employees reach their most motivated age? And what’s wrong with these sorts of findings? The Independent’s latest careers news headline caught our eye. It states that ‘people are most driven aged 33.’ The article, based on research by Bupa Health Clinics, suggests that this is the age when people are likely to be… Read More
The worst day of the week?
What’s the worst day of the working week…and which professionals are most likely to suffer from Sunday night fear? Mondays have long earned a reputation for being the least popular day. After all, it’s the day that most people are grappling with all of the firsts of the working week. Commutes, refilled inboxes, and task lists… Read More
Recruitment challenges for employers
Exploring the primary recruitment challenges that employers are facing right now… 1 in every 4 employers is struggling to recruit the talent they need, which means the talent shortage is now at its worst level since 2008 (according to a Manpower survey). The challenge appears even greater for large companies, with 51% of those employing… Read More