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Human Resources

​​​​Data analytics: the recruitment superpower

​​​​​​​Leonardo da Vinci created the world's first recorded résumé in 1482, and the structure of the document has more or less remained the same. Recruitment may be a slow to evolve industry, but big data analytics could shake all that up. Will predictive analytics displace human judgement entirely?

Human Resources

Human Resources

Employee benefits aren’t just for large corporates

Richard Stewart is the co-founder and CEO of Untangl explains how smaller businesses can offer just as much to their employees.

Human Resources

Is there a stigma around shared parental leave?

Where does shared parental leave stand in the fight for workplace equality? Justin Govier, employment partner at IBB Solicitors explains|Where does shared parental leave stand in the fight for workplace equality? Justin Govier, employment partner at IBB Solicitors explains

Human Resources

A job in 24 hours: Job Today

Spain's most used job hunting app, Job Today, began as an idea that came to its co-founder and COO Polina Montano at a dinner party of all places.

Human Resources

The five biggest teamwork ills

Authors Dr Moussa, Dr Newberry and Boyer share their top tips for combating social loafing at the workplace, and targeting the top five teamwork ills.

Human Resources

Three ways to help your employees cope with workplace stress

As we march into Stress Awareness Month, Richard Ellis, marketing director of Connected Benefits outlines ways to counter this modern malady |As we march into Stress Awareness Month, Richard Ellis, marketing director of Connected Benefits outlines ways to counter this modern malady 

Human Resources

Four reasons your workshop needs an apprentice  

These are the most valuable benefits of bringing an apprentice into your manufacturing workshop.

Human Resources

Countering unconscious bias in corporate Britain

A quarter of female execs adopt "white" names to get hired. Growth Business speaks to Biju Menon, the man behind the UK's only ‘name-blind’ headhunting platform, Nottx.com, on how businesses can break this hiring barrier|A quarter of female execs adopt "white" names to get hired. Growth Business speaks to Biju Menon, the man behind the UK's only ‘name-blind’ headhunting platform, Nottx.com, on how businesses can break this hiring barrier

Human Resources

Four reasons your workshop needs an apprentice  

These are the most valuable benefits of bringing an apprentice into your manufacturing workshop.

Human Resources

Countering unconscious bias in corporate Britain

A quarter of female execs adopt "white" names to get hired. Growth Business speaks to Biju Menon, the man behind the UK's only ‘name-blind’ headhunting platform, Nottx.com, on how businesses can break this hiring barrier|A quarter of female execs adopt "white" names to get hired. Growth Business speaks to Biju Menon, the man behind the UK's only ‘name-blind’ headhunting platform, Nottx.com, on how businesses can break this hiring barrier

Human Resources

The secrets to job satisfaction? Time, change, and appreciation

Research into job satisfaction reveals that happiness lies in two simple factors: time and change. Here's what you can do to keep your team engaged.

Human Resources

Are you prepared for the fourth Industrial Revolution?

We are currently on the brink of a new industrial revolution, which will once again change the way we work forever.

Human Resources

Is 50 really the new 30? Not unless you’re a "digital native"

Recent research suggests age discrimination is alive and well in the UK as more companies advertise for "millennial talent" 

Human Resources

Ten steps to your next promotion

In today's highly competitive job market, talented executives need to be more strategic on how they vie for the coveted top spots. Here are top tips on moving up the career ladder.

Partner content

Turning the UK and Ireland’s e‑invoicing mandates into a growth opportunity

This article from Docuware explains upcoming changes around e-invoicing and how your business can manage them

Partner content

Why upgrading your tech regularly will help your business grow

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Accounting and Finance Software

Desktop vs cloud accounting: What to consider 

What are the key differences between desktop and cloud accounting software, and what should you consider when it comes to choosing a solution for your business

Accounting and Finance Software

Accounting and financial management software: What you need to know 

Fast-growth businesses need a solution that can cope with the demands of an ever-increasing volume of data, transactions, and tasks.