Monthly Archives: September 2016

Why Baby Boomer employees are the most motivated and driven

In a survey of global executives that looks at the role of Baby Boomer talent, 55 per cent state that they are willing to work longer hours than other generations, and are considered the second most productive generation after Generation X, according to a survey by the Futurestep division of Korn Ferry. Nearly a third (31 per
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British Small Business Awards: Sole Trader of the Year shortlist announced

Here at the British Small Business Awards, we are pleased to make the second shortlist announcement: the Sole Trader of the Year award. Our Sole Trader of the Year will be the sole trader business that provides a service or product that stands above peers, demonstrating consistent sales over the past year and a niche
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Young recruits: Making the most of junior hires as a small business

Following the news that 56 per cent of young people are concerned about their job prospects, it is essential for businesses to understand the needs of young recruits so as to be in a position to take advantage of the best young talent. Simon Schnieders, founder of Blue Array, is a huge advocate of the apprenticeship scheme for bridging the digital skills
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