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Human Resources

1 in 4 senior managers don’t see the gender pay gap as a business issue

The UK gender pay gap currently sits at 13.9 per cent for full-time employees, but according to new research, 29 per cent of business leaders don't see this as a real business issue, blaming the differences in pay on women taking career breaks and choosing to work part-time.

Entrepreneurs

Europe’s most powerful business women have above average number of children

Europe’s most powerful business women have more children than the European average, a new study reveals.

Entrepreneurs

Diversity first: why ‘quota’ is a dirty word

The Clear Company's Gareth Headley speaks to GrowthBusiness about quotas, biases, and whether white, middle aged men really are an 'endangered species' on boards.

Entrepreneurs

The gender split among the world’s most powerful CEOs

A study by Talentful explores how gender can affect the earning potential, success, and career growth.

Legislation and Regulation

Is wearing a hijab at work illegal now? UK lawyers explain

A European court has ruled that employers will be allowed to ban workers from wearing religious symbols, including headscarves. What does this means for UK employers and employees, and how can you avoid an Islamophobic witch hunt?

Entrepreneurs

Why this law firm believes in hiring for diversity

Karen Holden grew her business into a million pound legal firm in seven short years, surviving cash flow hiccups and thriving during the recession. Here's her start-up journey.

Entrepreneurs

Beating the Bias: the future is bright for women in male-dominated sectors

Words of wisdom from women in the most gender-skewed industries in the UK on how to make it to the top and pave the way for more women in male-dominated sectors.

Human Resources

One in three UK women believe the gender pay gap is ‘out of their hands’

Close to nine in ten women have been paid less because of their gender, according to a new study. Over a third believe the gender pay gap is so far gone, it's out of their hands. How much of this is true, and what can be done?

Entrepreneurs

Female role models: what’s the point?

Katrin Robertson talks about the importance of female role models and the need as a woman to 'get your hands dirty'.

Alternative Finance for Business

Are female investors risk averse? New research busts myths

Turns out female investors aren't as risk averse as pop psychology may have you believe.

Entrepreneurs

Are the odds are still stacked against female entrepreneurs?

A new international survey highlights how the odds are stacked against female entrepreneurs, with women more likely to start their business much later in life and with less access to funding.

Alternative Finance for Business

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan on being a feminist

As a proud feminist and father of two teenaged daughters, Khan's vision for London is that of gender parity.

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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.

Opinion

Boosting confidence in outsourcing your customer service function to call centres in Africa

CCI Kenya discusses why outsourcing key of your business processes to call centres in Africa may be beneficial