Friday, September 1, 2023
“Businesses have quite a lot of challenges in making sure they get the culture right.” Dawn Duggan, head of people, skills & talent at GC Business Growth Hub, explains what is meant by company culture.
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Gavin Astley, Head of Operations of Carrs Pasties, is a veteran of the iMentor programme (also called the Leadership Hive Mentoring Programme), having been a mentee, along with some of his colleagues, and is now a mentor.
Thursday, August 17, 2023
When there is a need for headcount reduction, those leaving an organisation are usually considered the ‘unlucky ones'. However, we need to consider the impact on the ‘survivors’. The reality of downsizing is likely to ignite a greater sense of insecurity & fear amongst the team which are remaining.
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
How can a business present itself as an attractive employer of choice to attract the best people to work for them? Like most things in life, first impressions always count and for a business owner this could be your website, social media - or crucially - what staff say it’s like to work for you.
Friday, July 28, 2023
A diverse team brings together different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, fostering innovation, creativity, and, ultimately, business success. However, achieving diversity requires more than just good intentions. It demands a proactive approach to recruitment.