Keeping Data Secure While Running Remote Training
Remote work increases data security risks, with over 155 million individuals affected by breaches in 2020. Businesses can protect sensitive information by implementing comprehensive employee training on cybersecurity and requiring VPN use for all company server access.
Interview: Graham Brown-Martin on why ‘personalised’ learning is the future
Graham Brown-Martin discusses how personalized, project-based learning prepares students for a future shaped by mass migration and technological change. He emphasizes that diverse teams and workforces drive innovation, while technology can bridge cultural and language barriers in increasingly global workplaces.
Employer Branding. How Companies Draw New Talent
Employer branding helps companies attract talented workers by creating appealing work environments, company culture, and benefits that align with job seekers’ career goals and lifestyle needs. Leading tech companies like Netflix and Google excel at this by fostering social connections and emphasizing employee experiences both in and out of the workplace.
Why managers need interview skills training
Managers conducting job interviews need specialized training to maintain professional standards and comply with employment law. Research shows over 90% of untrained hiring managers have asked about protected characteristics like age and marital status, exposing companies to legal risks and bias.
7 Reasons You Didn’t Get Hired For That Job
Discover why employers may be passing over your job applications. Common reasons include not meeting qualifications, being overqualified, submitting generic resumes, having concerning online presence, and other hiring obstacles that could be costing you opportunities.
What to Look For When Hiring a Webmaster
Hiring a webmaster requires evaluating key qualifications including diverse technical portfolio, full-time commitment, social media expertise, strong project management skills, proficiency with modern tools, and reliable timely delivery to ensure your website performs optimally.
6 Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Virtual Assist
A virtual assistant can significantly reduce your operating costs while providing flexible support for administrative and specialized tasks. By hiring on a project basis rather than full-time employment, businesses can streamline operations and focus resources on core activities.
Interview
Learn how to plan an effective 10-minute micro session with practical strategies for choosing your topic, structuring your content, and maximizing engagement in a short timeframe.
Should I Disclose Chronic Illness in Resume?
Whether to disclose chronic illness on your resume depends on several factors, including the type of illness, visibility of symptoms, and job impact. Generally, avoid mentioning it unless symptoms are evident or significantly affect job performance, and consider waiting until after initial interviews to discuss it.
3 Guidelines For Hiring The Best Employees
Follow three key hiring guidelines to build a stronger team: make your application and interview process thorough by testing real-world skills and compatibility, conduct professional background checks to verify ethical standards, and consider developing talent from intern level to ensure long-term cultural fit and company growth.
Dismissing an employee during the probation period
During probation in the UK, approximately one in five employees don’t complete or pass their trial period. Employers can dismiss underperforming staff with shorter notice periods, typically one week, though dismissed employees still receive contractual pay. Keep detailed performance records to protect against tribunal claims, even though employees can’t claim unfair dismissal within the first two years unless discrimination is involved.
Report Writing – Simple Marking Matrix
A marking matrix approach simplifies report assessment for interviewers and evaluators. This resource explores templates and strategies for quickly evaluating written reports using structured assessment criteria, benefiting both job candidates and those conducting interviews.
Job Sites for Technical Authors
Find specialized job boards for technical writing positions. Discover where to post technical author openings and connect with qualified candidates in the field.
Training industry trends 2018
Discover key training industry trends for 2018. Participate in a comprehensive UK training survey to benchmark your organization against peers and gain insights into how the industry is evolving year-over-year.
How much would you expect to pay a good copywriter
Professional copywriters typically charge $50-150+ per 500 words depending on expertise and niche complexity, though rates vary based on experience level and project scope. Hiring someone for ongoing work across multiple domains may result in discounted bulk rates, making it more cost-effective than per-article pricing.
Interview with Peter Krumins, founder- Browserling
Peter Krumins, CEO of Browserling, discusses how he and co-founder James Halliday built a leading cross-browser testing platform that now serves over 20,000 users. The platform allows developers to quickly test web applications across multiple browsers and devices without complex setup.
Leveraging Millennials at the Office
Millennials bring valuable tech expertise and enthusiasm to the workplace, but they require different management approaches. To leverage their strengths, managers should provide positive feedback, offer flexible work environments, support continuous learning, and explain the purpose behind tasks to keep this generation engaged and motivated.
How to write powerful resume summary?
A resume summary statement is a brief professional introduction that replaces outdated objective statements. Positioned at the top of your resume, it highlights your key qualifications and value to employers in just a few lines, helping you stand out quickly to hiring managers reviewing your application.
How to Use Behavioural Interveiwing Effectively
Behavioral interviewing remains a valuable hiring tool when modified to avoid predictable questions and rehearsed answers. By asking open-ended questions tailored to individual candidates and focusing on discovery rather than expected responses, interviewers can better assess actual competencies and job fit.
Office Culture: Working Well as a Team
Healthy office teams require clear standards for behavior and communication. Building trust, addressing conflict constructively, and establishing shared goals through consensus help teams function effectively across both in-office and remote work environments.