Mary Fulton

Attracting and retaining talent is a pressing challenge for SMEs, particularly in a tight labour market where competition is fierce. With over 1 million job vacancies and an unemployment rate hovering around 4.2%, businesses must be proactive in building an attractive and engaging workplace culture. The cost of replacing an employee earning over £25,000 can

There is little doubt that AI and digital transformation will significantly reshape recruitment strategies and processes over the coming years – even now, approaches, platforms and best practice are shifting rapidly.

Increasingly, people expect more from employers in today’s business world. Businesses which are seen to be biased against particular demographic groups will not be viewed positively, and this will have a negative impact on employer brand, recruitment capability, retention, performance and even commercial success and profitability.

Filling skills gaps in your business is a growing challenge for many leaders. As technology evolves rapidly and business needs shift, having the right skills in your team is critical for both current performance and future success. To stay competitive, you must adopt a proactive approach to bridging skills gaps—both in the short term and

Hiring great people is essential to grow your business and set you apart from the competition, but it comes with significant costs that many businesses underestimate. The true cost of recruiting goes far beyond salary, encompassing several hidden costs that affect both profitability and productivity.

Today’s workplace faces an unprecedented generational situation which presents both opportunities and challenges for every business, small or large. With a span of up to five generations in work today, and a sixth rapidly approaching with generation “alpha,” employers must tread a careful line to meet the expectations and demands of them all.

Your employee value proposition (EVP) is one of the most powerful tools you have to attract, engage, and retain talent in a competitive market. A strong EVP clearly communicates what makes your business unique as an employer and why top candidates should choose you over your competitors.