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Prioritising People in Construction: A Blueprint for Growth and Efficiency

17th June 2025 / News

When Mark and Ruth Crisp founded Chapel Properties in 2014, they built more than just high-end homes – they built a company culture rooted in craftsmanship, integrity, and exceptional project management. As the business grew, they faced a challenge familiar to many construction firms: how to scale without losing the essence of what made them […]

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Quiet cracking – what you need to know

10th June 2025 / News

“Quiet cracking” is the latest in a growing line of workplace trends to make headlines – following in the footsteps of “quiet quitting,” “resenteeism,” and “rage applying.” But what exactly does it mean, and should you be concerned?

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How SMEs can harness AI for growth

9th June 2025 / News

Are you missing an AI trick? Find out how SMEs can use AI to accelerate growth Artificial Intelligence (AI) should not be seen as something reserved for large corporations with deep pockets; small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK could be making more of AI to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and gaining a competitive

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The War on Cost – London

4th June 2025 / Events & Webinars, News

Join a dynamic group of SME leaders for an interactive event focused on cutting costs without cutting capacity. Through hands-on sessions and expert-led breakout groups, discover where smart businesses are finding savings and strengthening strategy.

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The Secrets of Successful Scaling: A CEO’s Guide

22nd May 2025 / Events & Webinars, News

Everything you ever wanted to know about scaling – but were afraid to ask. In the latest in our series of business growth-focused webinars, find out what they don’t teach you about scaling, straight from a founder who’s done it, and people experts who guide business leaders on it every day.

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Embedding a Culture of Innovation and Growth: The Role of People Strategy

23rd April 2025 / News

Many small and medium sized companies are experiencing commercial challenges brought about by factors such as the changes in NI, the minimum wage and the geo-political situation. Growth is what all companies are striving to attain but it is also a means to help cushion the impact of these challenges. Growth requires innovative thinking and

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How much could apprentices save your business?

22nd April 2025 / Company News, News

With the National Minimum Wage rising and Employer National Insurance relief narrowing, SME leaders are feeling the squeeze. But if you’re still filling entry-level roles the old-fashioned way, you could be overpaying by thousands.

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From Zombie to High-performance

22nd April 2025 / Company News, News

In today’s economic climate, many businesses find themselves in a precarious position, generating just enough revenue to keep the lights on but lacking the momentum to grow. These so-called “zombie companies” are on the rise, particularly in the UK mid-market,

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The role of HR in the social pillar of ESG

2nd April 2025 / News

The social component of ESG directly impacts an organisation’s human capital – its employees. ESG is not just a set of rules for ethical behaviour or sustainability efforts; it also encompasses employee welfare, diversity and inclusion (D&I), equitable opportunities, and overall employee engagement, which all generally fall into the realms of the HR team.

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Building business value in a tough economy – A CEO’s guide

31st March 2025 / Events & Webinars, News

Is your business reaching its full potential? Whether you’re planning for a future sale, wanting to attract investment, or simply want a more resilient, high-performing company, understanding what truly drives—or drains—business value is essential. Too many businesses leave value on the table without realising it. Join People Puzzles founder, Ally Maughan, People Director Richard Cummings

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