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Tips for Leading Virtual Meetings
about 2 months ago by Kevin MinnisRunning efficient meetings can be a difficult task under the best of circumstances. When all attendees are remote and reliant on technology, the challenge can be even greater. Here are tips for how you can help ensure your virtual meeting runs smoothly. Set an agenda It’s second nature to interpret physical and facial cues in person, but this becomes harder when you can’t ea...
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The Importance of Social Care during the COVID-19 Crisis
2 months ago by Kevin MinnisComment by Sarah Munday, operations director, Brook Street: There is much focus on the social care sector and its vital role in delivering support during the COVID-19 crisis. Carers on the frontline see its importance first-hand. It is positive that the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care has commended care workers across the country for the crucial service they pr...
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How Leaders Can Foster Innovation in Times of Crisis
2 months ago by Kevin MinnisIn times of uncertainty, the importance of strong leadership increases. Team leaders set the tone for how an organisation responds to change, as well as keeping the team morale up. Businesses need to be guided with a steady and reassuring hand, and at the same time be able to pivot and respond with agility when the situation demands it. Grit, persistence and collectiveness a...
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Teaching from home – Resources for parents working remotely
2 months ago by Kevin MinnisAt a time when 87% of the world’s student population is affected by school closures, it is more important than ever that working parents have the support they need to juggle their workload in addition to managing the home schedules of their children. To help parents, we are compiling resources from educational lessons to fun games that will keep children learning and enterta...
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Are You Prepared for Cybersecurity Threats to Your Remote Workforce?
2 months ago by Kevin MinnisThe massive shift to work-from-home models over the past weeks has made people and businesses especially vulnerable to cyber threats. The total number of areas that present risk for an organisation (also known as its attack surface) just expanded by an unprecedented scale. Devices, networks, passwords and data – they’re more exposed now than ever before. It’s easy enough to ...
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Adaptable workforce continuity strategies for uncertain times
3 months ago by Kevin MinnisThis month many companies find themselves in a previously unimaginable situation. Between new remote working protocols, updated onboarding procedures and increasing HR requirements, workforce demands are changing at a rapid pace. As we work together to navigate the many challenges that COVID-19 creates, ManpowerGroup is committed to providing our clients with evolving Workfo...
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Making your summer pay
about 1 year ago by Lorena VeneticoNow that's summer here and It's almost here. The days are longer, the mornings are brighter and you're waking up with a spring in your step. Your exams are over for the most part, and you've got months ahead of you of blissful freedom. The only problem is you're skint! Now there are lots of ways you can enjoy your holiday without money but let's be honest, when the sun's out...
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How to prepare for your interview
about 1 year ago by Lorena VeneticoBagged yourself an interview? Good work! You’re half way there to getting the job you want and deserve. Your next step is to ace that interview and bag yourself a new job. Preparation is key and will help you feel confident in your interview. Here are just a few tips to help you through. Get to know the interviewing organisation Many people fall at the first question; ‘what ...
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How to relieve stress when job hunting
about 1 year ago by Lorena VeneticoJob hunting can be a stressful and tough time for anyone. Irrelevant of how experienced you are or how much you think you know about recruitment, it can still be stressful. Thankfully, here are a few vital tips that can help ease the pressure. Here’s how to relieve stress when job hunting; Plan Plan Plan! Making a plan of your Job Search is vital, don’t just scatter your sea...
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Cover letter template - download here for free
about 1 year ago by Lorena VeneticoYour cover letter is the first and possibly only thing your potential employer will see to determine whether you are right for the role they are recruting for. It's your opportunity to get noticed so you want it to be perfect. We’ve created a useful template for you to download to help you write the perfect cover letter to go with your CV. Click on the link below to download...
