A careers advice report has revealed that more than three in every five people aged 16-25 in the UK think they have been failed by the government’s careers advice framework.
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The latest news affecting small and medium sized (SME) businesses in the UK
Employees who volunteer through work are happier
A new survey has found that employee volunteering is the route to a happier and more engaged workforce.
Productivity levels in Europe linked to the maturity of talent acquisition
A new survey has highlighted that 42 per cent of talent leaders think the shortage of specific skills is the biggest challenge within their talent acquisition strategy, which is affecting productivity and profit.
Three quarters of Brits would start an entire new career if they had the chance
New data has found that three quarters of Brits would start an entire new career if they had the chance, with 44.5 per cent admitting that they’ve made a career move in the past that they’ve regretted.
Third of UK SMEs are resigned to ‘Hard Brexit’
The reality of Brexit is finally being felt by UK SMEs, although just a fifth expect Brexit to be achieved by March 2019, according to new research.
1.14m Graduates feel embarrassed about their level of income
With a flurry of Freshers settling in to their new degree programmes, a new tranche of graduates are settling in to their hard earned jobs and not all is as rosy as it seems.
Nearly two thirds of of SME executives would choose London as business location
Research shows that business executives remain confident and enthusiastic about the London office market despite macro uncertainty, and see it as the most prestigious location for businesses of any size.
Seven in 10 contractors stressed by managing accounts
Seven in ten self-employed contractors said they are stressed out by doing their own financial accounts, a new survey reveals.
Intimidating interview tactics revealed: Negative body language, disinterest and asking personal questions
New research has revealed that more than a quarter of employers believe that creating an uncomfortable environment for candidates at interview can sometimes be justified to see how candidates handle pressure. The findings help shed a light on how recruiters can help their candidates prepare for interviews and the potential challenges that they may face […]
Revealed: the most common office personalities
New research lifts the lid on the different personality types we are most likely to encounter at work. They also offer advice about how we can work better together, as half of UK employees admit it can be hard to navigate the workplace environment. This is partly due to the countless personalities that come in […]
UK office workers want a personal AI-powered assistant
According to research two thirds of UK office workers want to use AI technology at work so that they can have their very own personal assistant to share everyday tasks with.
Michael Bloomberg: Brexit is stupidest thing any country has done
Michael Bloomberg, the billionaire media mogul and former mayor of New York, has said Brexit is the “single stupidest thing any country has ever done” apart from the election of Donald Trump as US president.
UK ‘job boom’ proves businesses are remaining confident
Businesses across the UK proved to be resilient in the face of ongoing uncertainty last quarter, as the nation witnessed a widespread jobs boom, according to new research.
Over half of UK employers do believe university prepares graduates for the world of work
UK employers were polled to discover their attitudes on what makes an impressive CV, and discovered that much more than just a degree is needed to pique the interest of prospective employers.
Only the big UK construction firms grew in 2016
Only larger construction companies have seen growth in the past year, according to accountants and business advisors.
















