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UK staff 'would go the extra mile'

02 February 2012 16:45:15

The vast majority of UK workers would illustrate their loyalty to their employer by "going the extra mile", according to a new poll of the nation's staff.

According to the survey, carried out by HR consultancy ETS, 91 per cent of employees said they were willing to go above and beyond the call of duty for their employer, which is an increase on the 89 per cent who said they would do so in the same survey carried out last year.

In addition, 80 per cent said that they would be willing to recommend their company as a great place to work, which has risen from the 79 per cent who said they would so in the 2011 poll.

Hannah Stratford, head of business psychology at ETS, said increases are "key measures of engagement", which is particularly noteworthy given some workers' levels of dissatisfaction with pay and prospects at the moment.

"It could be the case that companies have taken action to resolve issues and create a better working environment for employees. We should also remind ourselves that pay has been shown not to be a significant driver of engagement," she added.

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Posted by Richard Esquilant

Employee engagement 'a key concern' in 2012

01 February 2012 17:37:23

One of the main concerns among the nation's managers this year will be ensuring that staff are engaged with benefits programmes in order to boost worker retention, a new report has discovered.

The Mercer report also revealed that 45 per cent of employers consider cost-control as the top challenge of 2012 and 23 per cent see the improved communication and education of benefit programmes as their main priority this year.

This year mangers will operate within a context of heightened cost-cutting and increasingly consumer-driven healthcare and benefits options that put the employee in the driving seat when it comes to choice and control, the report indicates.

Naomi Saragoussi, a principal in Mercer's Health & Benefits business, commented: "At the start of 2012, we see the new benefits landscape emerging, and it should come as no surprise that this year the focus is on cutting costs. A 'do more with less' attitude will certainly characterise the coming months."

She said that the challenge of reining in costs while still offering attractive benefits will mean that employers must explore more resourceful and creative ways to manage financial expenditure and ensure best value for money.

"There is a growing trend towards employee wellbeing initiatives, increased employer-employee cost sharing and a move towards employees deciding how they want their benefits to be shaped," Ms Saragoussi added.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Middle managers 'should not be forgotten'

27 January 2012 16:29:48

Companies need to avoid falling into the trap of ignoring the contribution that middle managers make to a business, one sector body has claimed.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) said that middle managers are often caught between delivering strategic objectives and managing under-pressure line managers and sometimes are first in line when organisations look to reduce head count.

However, it is also important to remember the "crucial role" these managers play in managing change, translating the objectives of senior managers into actions, and motivating others, said Ben Willmott, head of public policy at the CIPD.

"Suitably skilled middle managers can play a key role in managing change and organisation transformation. As translators, they can facilitate two-way communications between leaders and the front line and, as transformers, they can bring change to life," he explained.

Mr Willmott said much of this can be lost if change simply involves 'delayering' this middle-management tier, rather than refocusing, retraining and drawing on their skills and experiences.

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Posted by Richard Esquilant

Attitude 'a big factor' in recruitment

25 January 2012 17:02:36

The attitude of a job candidate remains a major factor in them gaining employment or not, one expert has noted.

That is the opinion of Roger Harrop, The CEO Expert, who said that companies are "very keen" to employ people but want candidates with "a sparkle in their eye and fire in their belly".

According to the specialist, in many cases it does not matter whether they have got a degree or not, as long as the individual has something about them and the right mindset for the job.

He explained: "If it is a position for someone highly qualified then it has to be someone highly qualified, but as a general rule, what one is looking for is someone who has got bags of common sense, and that is in very short supply – plus a real desire to make stuff happen."

Mr Harrop said he has seen evidence of school leavers "running rings around graduates", but also noted that there are many graduates with the correct mindset who are running rings around other people.

"I don't necessarily think it is to do with having a degree or not, it is an attitude," the expert added.

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Posted by John Oak

Talking 'still the best form of communication'

24 January 2012 17:06:21

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 that nothing gets lost in translation, but gives conversations a personal feel that is likely to leave the employee feeling they have a sense of purpose.

"Managers who provide regular feedback to their staff and an open door policy not only develop happier staff, but also long-term loyalty. Achievements need to be celebrated both on a department-by-department basis, but also as a whole company initiative," Ms Bacchus added.

The expert added that leadership by involvement is thought of highly by staff, so illustrating that managers are willing to "get their hands dirty" will also play a huge part in keeping workers onside.

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Posted by John Oak

Simple changes and flexible working 'make a difference'

24 January 2012 16:49:58

Managers can make a big difference to the attitudes and productivity of their staff by making simple changes around the workplace and introducing new ways of working, it has been claimed.

Carole Spiers, business stress consultant and author of Show Stress Who's Boss!, said that changing the layout of the office is a simple way that employers can combat low morale in the workplace, as it gives people different scenery to look at and different people to work with.

Another good option is to bring in flexible working, so that staff can start and finish at different times and plan their social lives more easily – something that is bound to have a positive effect on their attitude in the workplace, Ms Spiers noted.

"These are simple things – they're really not expensive. It's somebody thinking 'we care for the office,' and what I would say is that organisations need to try to make their offices like a family or community – it is a community," she added.

It comes after research conducting by Ambius in collaboration with the University of Exeter found employers who consult staff about their workspace and allow a degree of personalisation can reap rewards in terms of motivation.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

'Keep staff involved' to boost productivity

23 January 2012 16:39:58

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 informed as much as you can on organisational issues, through clear and strategic internal communication initiatives. These can be through newsletters, the company intranet and focus groups - where staff can provide feedback and contribute to ideas on company development," she noted.

The expert added that getting staff involved in social responsibility not only builds on the reputation of an organisation but also enables staff to get involved in worthwhile causes and develops team-building skills.

In addition, introducing flexible working hours or working from home has been shown to increase not only staff moral but also productivity, which is a win-win situation, Ms Bacchus explained.

Recently, Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, also said that 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.

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Posted by John Oak

Job hunting 'should be taken seriously'

18 January 2012 15:49:05

People on the hunt for a new job should treat the process of looking for the role like a job itself if they are to increase their chances of success, it has been advised.

Mike Barnard, product manager at Milkround, said that the entire process needs to be taken seriously if people are to enhance their chances of recruitment joy, as a lackadaisical attitude is unlikely to impress potential employers.

He did explain that if people get too sucked into job hunting it can get very "overpowering", and so it may be best to use the services of a recruitment agency, not only to provide peace of mind, but because their expertise can be vital in securing apposition.

Mr Barnard explained that people should consider many potential options when on the hunt for jobs, but it should not take over their life.

"That doesn't mean just sitting down in front of your computer and firing out applications. You have to stay positive and keep your life ticking over, rather than letting job hunting become your life," the expert explained.

According to a recent JobsOutlook survey, carried out by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), the proportion of clients who are either satisfied or very satisfied with the work done by recruitment agencies now stands at 93 per cent.

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Managers urged to banish January blues

17 January 2012 16:49:01

The nation's managers have been encouraged to do all they can to banish the so-called 'January blues' that some workers feel and help to stimulate their workforce to be more motivated and productive.

According to Carole Spiers, business stress consultant and author of Show Stress Who's Boss!, the winter months make it less conducive to working, concentrating and being motivated.

Therefore, it is up to bosses today to do their best to motivate their teams as well as they possible can, and to try to inspire them to ensure that the winter months are of no relevance, she noted.

"They need to inspire them, motivate them, assure them that everybody knows exactly what's going on in the business and that they're all working together as a team. Everybody is of value, everybody is recognised and [don't] forget those two little words – 'thank you'," Ms Spiers added.

Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, recently said that 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.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

One in five employers 'prefer school leavers to graduates'

16 January 2012 16:21:02

A fifth of the nation's employers believe that school leavers make better employers than people who have a degree, according to a new report by Adecco.

Although the survey found that the majority of companies would prefer to take on a graduate compared to somebody who only had school-based qualifications, some felt that graduates had unrealistic expectations of their first job.

The poll found that half of graduates admitted that their degree failed to provide the right skills to enter the world of work, with employers citing a lack of interpersonal and IT skills as a reason for this.

Chris Moore, a spokesman for Adecco, said Britain "undeniably" has one of the best and most advanced education systems in the world, but it needs to deliver a "talented and reliable graduate workforce".

"Although extremely valuable, a strong academic record is no longer a sufficient prerequisite for entry into today's working environment. Employers now hold attitude and personality in greater esteem than academic or even vocational qualifications when assessing new recruits," he added.

The poll did find that younger workers were highly regarded when it came to their entrepreneurial spirit, however, as well as being "drivers for change" with a view to changing the country for the better.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Employers 'must communicate regularly' with staff

12 January 2012 16:56:43

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 sales managers and other leaders should find out what works for their staff, whether this is pay linked to performance, training or holidays, as different people want different things and at different stages of their lives.

"[Don't] think that people will know what's going on in the team [or] business. Communicate frequently to keep people in the loop and make sure they know how to get more information if they want it," the expert advised.

Ms Jeanes added that managers should also not forget that the employees are ambassadors for their organisation, so if they are happy they will give positive messages to customers and to other prospective recruitment candidates.

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Posted by John Oak

Post-festive blues costing UK firms £93bn

11 January 2012 16:17:59

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 productive day of the year.

However, this does not have to be the case, according to Kenneth Freeman, international technical director for Ambius, who said that mangers can help to keep workers happy and motivated.

"Creating an engaging workspace is key to business success. Even if it's as simple as introducing plants, from our research, people report being happier at work, more engaged with their employer, and are visibly more effective in doing their jobs," he told HR Magazine.

It come after Charles Cotton, rewards advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, said 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.

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UK manufacturing 'will pick up' in 2012

11 January 2012 16:16:50

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.

"Looking forward, we see a slow start to 2012 but [it will] begin to pick up from February. Our order book for February is already pretty full and we have some good expectations for March," he commented.

Mr Baseley said that Europe is still slow but the pick-up from other areas is "more than compensating", which will sustain the creation of new jobs to cope with increasing demand.

He added that the country's manufacturers are in a much better situation than a lot of firms in other countries' industries, as businesses are selling to many companies outside of the eurozone.

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UK firms set to bring in more interim managers

10 January 2012 17:12:10

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, the Interim Partners poll found.

Doug Baird, MD of Interim Partners, said that businesses expect far more interim senior management roles to be created in the area of change management and turnaround, which will in turn generate many roles for interim sales directors and sales managers.

"It does suggest that those who specialise in taking businesses out of distress will continue to be able to get a premium for their services," he added.

Meanwhile, recent data published by Ipsos MORI for the Interim Management Association shows that the demand for interim sales managers and other leaders increased by 22 per cent in the three months to September.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Worker skills 'must be utilised'

10 January 2012 17:10:49

Many companies are compromising their organisation by failing to utilise the skills of their workforce, it has been claimed.

According to a new report published by The Work Foundation, failure to address the under-utilisation of skills could be a barrier to both social mobility and the competitiveness of the UK economy.

It is therefore important that organisations take steps to make sure that the attributes of their workers, including those in sales jobs, are fully utilised, noted Paul Sissons, researcher and report author.

He explained that, from an employer's perspective, under-use of skills can be a waste of a valuable assets and can result in a less motivated workforce, which may also be less productive.

"From the employee's point of view, under-use of skills means little autonomy, responsibility or progression, along with the frustration of knowing one's skills are going to waste," the expert added.

Therefore, the country's policymakers need to design better policies for skills utilisation, and support employers to encourage innovation in business models and job design, Mr Sissons stated.

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Posted by Richard Esquilant

Six in ten staff 'took an extended festive break'

05 January 2012 16:53:20

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 batteries and enjoy the yuletide.

When the 29.1 million workers in the UK are taken into account, this means that 17.5 million people enjoyed ten consecutive days away from their workplaces.

The data also revealed that fewer than a third of workers only took off the days in which their offices or places of work were closed.

It comes after Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, said that companies which treated their employees well over the festive season are set to benefit from greater staff retention in 2012.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Manufacturing jobs receive boost in December

04 January 2012 16:47:54

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 November.

Last month saw manufacturing output increase for the first time in five months, with global manufacturing employment increasing for the 25th consecutive month in December, as well as the pace of jobs growth being the quickest since July.

David Hensley, director of Global Economics Coordination at JPMorgan, commented: "December saw output and new orders recover some of the ground lost in prior months, and jobs growth pick up to a five-month high."

Meanwhile, it appears that companies across the UK remain confident that their situation will improve over the coming months and business will continue to blossom, according to a recent 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.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

A fifth of workers hope to change career in 2012

04 January 2012 16:46:39

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.

Nigel Wallace, development director at Lifetime, told the Daily Telegraph that although the economic climate is tough, the nation's workers are working harder than ever, which highlights the importance of pursuing a career that not only motivates but inspires people.

The study showed that some 40 per cent of workers do not take a lunch break and a similar proportion work an extra five hours per week in addition to their paid hours.

"Whether it is taking the time to switch off from work via a hobby, retraining or moving jobs, the start of the year is the perfect time to consider your options," Mr Wallace added.

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Demand for interim managers increases

04 January 2012 16:44:20

The UK has experienced a boost in demand for interim managers, according to the latest industry report.

Data published by Ipsos MORI for the Interim Management Association shows that the demand for interim sales managers and other leaders increased by 22 per cent in the three months to September.

According to Interim Partners, this demand is being driven by businesses that have gaps in their senior management teams but feel that the weak economic outlook makes it too risky for them to make full time hires.

Additionally, Doug Baird, managing director of Interim Partners, said some of the appointments are a response to the Eurozone crisis, with interims being hired to help downsize organisations which now fear that they face a longer period of slow economic growth.

"That is creating demand for interims with experience of going into a business and taking out any non-core costs in a way that has the least possible impact on customers and staff morale," he added.

Meanwhile, Andrew McIntee, director of financial services at Interim Partners, said interim managers have the advantage of offering an "objective perspective" on the business, which can help to identify weaknesses that permanent staff are sometimes too close to see.

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Holiday allowance 'not being taken by tenth of London managers'

30 December 2011 14:53:11

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.

Furthermore, 20 per cent of those surveyed admitted to only using half of their annual holiday, while 70 per cent are set to fail to use even a quarter of their annual allowance.

Katie Leaver, editor of LondonlovesJobss, noted: "Unfortunately this is a sad reflection on the pressures faced by private sector workers in today's economic climate."

Recently though, the Office for National Statistics published data which reveals that the average working week for a UK employee is now 36.3 hours – down significantly from the 38.1 hours clocked in 1992.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Too many workers 'failing to give themselves credit'

29 December 2011 14:08:47

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 that we don't give ourselves credit for what we do well but spend so much time beating ourselves up for tasks and subjects we may not even like," the expert attested.

In order to change this feeling, Ms Dowd-Higgins believes that jobseekers need to take it upon themselves to find the job opportunities which will better suit their strengths.

Once a job has been secured, Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, recently noted that there is "lots of evidence" to suggest that the most important workplace association for an employee is the one that they have with their boss.

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Demand for agency staff rises

21 December 2011 17:11:34

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 significant proportion of employers are planning to actually increase their temporary staff, with a third intending to do so, compared with 22 per cent at the same point last year.

In the longer term, 83 per cent of employers are looking to grow or keep their temporary staff levels the same in the next 12 months.

The report also revealed that 52 per cent of employers made changes, such as implementing or boosting staff training, ahead of the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) coming into force in October.

In addition, the number of employers planning to make less use of temporary staff due to the AWR was down seven per cent down on the previous month, which reflects increasing recognition that in the majority of sectors the impact of the regulations on is minimal.

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Workers 'annoyed by office jargon'

20 December 2011 17:00:55

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 of pointless managerial phrases, while 'hit the ground running' was third most irritating.

Business psychologist Dr Rob Yeung said that many managers may fall into the trap of using jargon because they forget it is meaningless to others who are not familiar with it, and should instead revert to straight-taking to motivate staff.

"It may become confusing or irritating for employees to hear the same tired cliches when they don't see such management jargon being turned into useful action. Therefore managers would be better off thinking about how to communicate in plain English," he added.

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Accommodating disabled workers 'far easier than thought'

20 December 2011 16:57:55

It is much easier than many employers think to accommodate disabled employees in workplaces and benefit from the skills they can provide, one organisation has pointed out.

Shaun Williams, director of corporate affairs for Leonard Cheshire Disability, said often employers do not know how to handle the employment of disabled people and therefore shy away from doing so, not necessarily out of prejudice, but out of lack of knowledge.

He noted that there are "a number of barriers" holding disabled people back, some of which may arise directly from physical inaccessibility in the workplace, while others could stem from social factors such as attitudes or lack of awareness of disability.

"Through our research, we have identified that employers were twice as likely to offer a non-disabled candidate an interview as an equally qualified disabled candidate," Mr Williams said.

However, he noted that this problem could reflect a false perception on the part of employers about the high costs of introducing a reasonable adjustment required by a disabled employee.

Recently, Caroline Waters, director for people and policy at BT, told the Recruiter that agencies and fellow employers need to "make no mistake" when it comes to eliminating barriers to employment for disabled candidates, as this will ultimately "create a real competitive advantage".

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Relationship with managers 'the most important of all'

19 December 2011 16:51:09

A worker's most important relationship in the workplace is the one they have with their boss, according to one expert.

Hilary Jeanes, leadership coach and human resources consultant at PurpleLine Consulting, said there is "lots of evidence" that this is the most important workplace association.

As a result, keeping morale high comes down mostly to the line manager and can be tricky – especially if they want to be consistent, she added.

The expert advised managers to create a good working environment and give employees, such as those in sales jobs, the tools to do the job.

"Security is important, as is a sense of belonging, team spirit, and friendship. Respect and recognition for achievement is an important factor, as well as providing the opportunity to grow and develop," Ms Jeanes elaborated.

Recent research carried out by Hays about the perks of working for a small business found that the opportunity to work more closely with senior staff was seen as a benefit by 88 per cent of staff, with respondents also identifying recognition from senior managers as another potential attraction.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister