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We head to the US where prices are rising and supply can't keep up with demand

  • 9/24/2025
Rethink

Why understanding zero-sum thinking can help explain modern politics and attitudes.

  • 9/25/2025
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Is Your Job Search Stuck? Here’s How to Get Back on Track

Searching for a new job is rarely a straightforward process. Some people apply to a handful of positions and quickly land an offer, while others spend months sending out resumes and attending interviews with little to show for it. If you find yourself in the latter camp, you’re not alone. Many professionals experience stretches where […]

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  • 10/2/2025
The Hidden Job Market: Why 70% of Roles Are Never Posted Online – and How to Access Them

When most people think of job hunting, they picture hours scrolling through Indeed, Reed, or LinkedIn. But research shows that as many as 70 – 80% of jobs in the UK are never advertised publicly. This “hidden job market” is where the majority of opportunities lie, and if you’re not tapping into it, you’re missing […]

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  • 9/19/2025
Mastering the Art of Interview Success: A Complete Guide

In today’s competitive job market, getting an interview is in itself an achievement. But turning that chance into an offer is a different ball game. What makes the difference is preparation, confidence, and your ability to put forth your skills, which in turn play to the company’s requirements. Whether you are a new grad or […]

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  • 9/19/2025
Revamp Your Professional Image: A Step-by-Step Tutorial to Curate Your Interview Wardrobe

Step 1: Assess Your Current Wardrobe with a Critical Eye Hey there, job seekers! Are you ready to turbocharge your interview game with a wardrobe that screams confidence and competence? As an industry insider in the interview coaching space, I’m thrilled to walk you through a step-by-step tutorial to transform your professional image. First impressions […]

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  • 9/17/2025
Rise of E-Learning: How Online Training Platforms Are Reshaping Global Workforce Development

When the world locked down, students logged in. In a matter of weeks, universities, corporations, and training providers scrambled to take their programs online. The result? A global surge in e-learning adoption that reshaped how we train, work, and grow. In 2020 alone, Coursera’s registered users jumped from 46 million to 76 million — a […]

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  • 8/18/2025
Modern Breakout Office Furniture: Enhancing Shared Workspaces with Comfort, Function, and Style

In today’s dynamic work environment, the concept of breakout spaces has become increasingly popular. These areas are designed to provide employees with a place to relax, collaborate, and recharge away from their desks. Modern breakout office furniture plays a crucial role in creating these versatile spaces, combining comfort, function, and style to meet the diverse […]

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  • 8/8/2025
Gain Interview Advantage with Business Process Modelling Certification

Job market competition is fierce, with candidates having to stand out to land that next dream job. Specialized certifications are an excellent way to gain a professional edge and clearly set you apart from a candidate pool. Technical competence in a professional area provides clear differentiation in a competitive job market. Business process modelling certification […]

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  • 7/30/2025
How to Look Attractive for an Interview

First impressions matter, especially in job interviews where appearance, confidence, and professionalism can influence the outcome as much as your skills and experience. Looking attractive for an interview is not about conforming to unrealistic beauty standards, but about presenting yourself in a way that communicates competence, self-respect, and readiness for the role. This article explores […]

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  • 7/16/2025
What Changing Cities Teach Us About Adaptability in Career Transitions

Adapting to a new city can be both an exciting and overwhelming experience. Whether it’s for personal growth, a fresh start, or a job opportunity, moving to a new urban environment challenges you to embrace change. Interestingly, the very lessons you can learn from adjusting to life in a new city mirror the mindset you […]

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  • 7/14/2025
How to Repair Slow Internet on Windows 10

Slow internet can be really frustrating, particularly when you are trying to work, stream, or browse smoothly. If you’re a Windows 10 user experiencing slowing speeds, don’t worry; you are not alone. There are plenty of users who encounter slow internet on Windows 10 because of numerous reasons such as background applications, outdated drivers, or […]

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  • 7/5/2025
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House-buying shake-up plan aims to cut costs and time

Under new proposals, sellers and estate agents will have to provide key information about a property up front.

  • 10/6/2025
The true cost of cyber attacks - and the business weak spots that allow them to happen

Are this year's major attacks the "cumulative effect of a kind of inaction on cyber security" from the government and big business?

  • 10/6/2025
Apple and Samsung users could be due share of £480m payout

Consumer group Which? is taking tech giant Qualcomm to the Competition Appeal Tribunal in London on Monday.

  • 10/6/2025
Conservatives pledge £5,000 tax rebate for young home buyers

Speaking at the party's conference, Shadow chancellor Mel Stride will say the proposal will be funded by cuts to public spending worth £47bn.

  • 10/6/2025
Asahi restarts beer production after cyber-attack

Japan's biggest brewer has restarted six factories that produce its popular Super Dry beer.

  • 10/6/2025
The indigenous weavers who aim for empowerment over exploitation

The makers of Colombia's popular mochila bags can earn good money, but are at risk of being underpaid.

  • 10/5/2025
JLR expected to restart some production after cyber shutdown

Work is to resume first at the carmaker's engine factory in Wolverhampton on Monday.

  • 10/5/2025
Japan stocks hit record after ruling party names pro-business leader

The benchmark Nikkei 225 index closed above 47,000 for the first time as investors welcomed Sanae Takaichi's victory.

  • 10/6/2025
How the US got left behind in the global electric car race

Despite a recent surge in demand, the US is a laggard in EV sales compared to much of the rest of the world.

  • 10/5/2025
How China is challenging Nvidia's AI chip dominance

Beijing has urged local firms to use homemade chips. But is China ready to turn away from Nvidia?

  • 10/5/2025
Harrods sets aside more than £60m for abuse compensation

The Met Police says 146 people have come forward to report a crime in their investigation into the decease ex-owner of the luxury department store.

  • 10/4/2025
Barrowman says chase our partners for the money

A spokesperson for Doug Barrowman says other companies also received money for providing gowns to the government and should be pursued to get it back.

  • 10/4/2025
They paid thousands for a cruise that hasn't sailed. Now they can't get their money back

The BBC has been speaking to retirees who want the firm selling the cruise to stop advertising and refund their deposits.

  • 10/4/2025
Sales of electric cars hit record high in September

Sales of fully electric or hybrid vehicles made up more than half of all new car registrations in the UK last month.

  • 10/4/2025
Rail firm fined £1m over train passenger's death

Bethan Roper was killed in 2018 when she leaned out of a droplight window on a moving train.

  • 10/4/2025
Renault customers told to be vigilant after data hack

The carmaker says some of its customers' data has been stolen in a cyber-attack that targeted a third-party provider.

  • 10/3/2025
True cost of becoming a mum highlighted in new data on pay

New figures reveal mums in England see their earnings drop after having a first, second and third child.

  • 10/3/2025
Japan faces Asahi beer shortage after cyber-attack

The drinks giant said this week that the attack had a major impact on its domestic operations.

  • 10/3/2025
The people turning to AI for dating and relationship advice

More people are turning to AI for help with their relationships, but is that a good idea?

  • 10/2/2025
Hurricane season brings financial fears in the Caribbean

As islands brace for this year's big storms, many homes don't have household insurance.

  • 10/1/2025
The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee

Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people - but more than two million tourists will have visited this year.

  • 9/28/2025
'There's no way we can afford $100,000': Small firms scramble over H-1B visa fees

Startups and smaller firms could bear the brunt of Trump's new H-1B visa fee, and some fear it could thwart US innovation.

  • 9/25/2025
Zimbabwe is tobacco country. But some think the future lies in blueberries

"The future is food, not a bad habit," horticulture specialist Clarence Mwale tells the BBC.

  • 9/27/2025
House-buying shake-up plan aims to cut costs and time

Under new proposals, sellers and estate agents will have to provide key information about a property up front.

  • 10/6/2025
Halloween costume swap aims to save families money

Used children's Halloween costumes can be exchanged, free of charge, until 31 October.

  • 10/5/2025
How to stay safe during a storm and what to do in a power cut

The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather can damage homes and cause power outages.

  • 10/3/2025
Childcare costs a 'real barrier' for families

A survey says 95% of parents and carers feel the affordability of childcare is poor or very poor.

  • 10/2/2025
When is the Budget and what might be in it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will set out her economic plans in her second Budget on 26 November.

  • 10/2/2025
Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning

Months of preparations have gone into this state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.

  • 9/15/2025
The UK car industry is at a tipping point - can it be saved?

Tariffs, Brexit, pandemic havoc... All of this caused short-term disruption - but the impact concealed a deeper problem for the UK automotive industry

  • 8/12/2025
Trump's global tariffs 'victory' may well come at a high price

The US president considers it a win - but if this all triggers a foundational realignment, the results may not break in his favour

  • 7/31/2025
Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power

What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

  • 7/5/2025
China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?

  • 6/9/2025
Martin Lewis on one big misunderstanding about student loans

Student loan repayments depend solely on how much you earn.

  • 9/26/2025
'I'm 21 and sharing a room with my 10-year-old sister'

Leoni moved out with her partner but, just nine months later, moved back to her parents' to build up her savings.

  • 9/26/2025
Is the US-China TikTok deal done? Here's what you need to know

Donald Trump says a deal on the future of TikTok in the US has been made, but it’s not been confirmed by China or the app’s owner ByteDance.

  • 9/26/2025
Gen Z employees driving the return to office – two thirds say it boosts career progression

Remote working is now the least popular work set-up among UK jobseekers, according to a new study by CV-Library, the UK’s largest independent job board. The poll highlights a notable shift in working preferences, with just 16% of respondents saying they prefer to work remotely, compared to 22% who favour being entirely office-based, whilst an […]

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  • 10/1/2025
Recruitment Smarts #1195

A Note from the Editor On 10th October, Louise will be co-hosting this Recruiting Brainfood webinar “Recruitment Agency: 2028!”. Together with Kalpesh Baxi, James Osbourne, Chairman (The Recruitment Network), Keith Langbo, Founder (Kelaca), Keith Southern, Founder (The Power Hive) & John Chirikjian, CEO (Hire Inc), they’ll explore how staffing firms must adapt to AI, shifting […]

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  • 9/30/2025
Top Tips for Effective Contractor Management

For passionate recruiters, the fast-paced nature of contract recruitment presents a great opportunity for reoccurring revenue and compounded growth, allowing recruitment business owners to quickly scale-up! As with all things, there are some best practices for contractor management to learn, especially if you previously focused on perm or are new to contract. However, the basics […]

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  • 9/25/2025
Tracker – Building Marketing Trust in the Age of Attention Fatigue – VIDEO

This week Louise was joined by her guest speaker, Stormie Haller, from Tracker.

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  • 9/24/2025
Recruitment Smarts #1194

A Tribute to Andy Headworth It was with immense sadness that I learned of the death of Andy Headworth last week. The news was shocking and unexpected, and the loss is deeply felt across our community, and of course within his devoted and loving family. I had the privilege of knowing Andy, and his wonderful […]

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  • 9/23/2025
A Tribute to Andy Headworth

It was with immense sadness that I learned of the death of Andy Headworth last week. The news was shocking and unexpected, and the loss is deeply felt across our community, and of course within his devoted and loving family. I had the privilege of knowing Andy, and his wonderful wife Sara, since 2007. From […]

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  • 9/21/2025
Unlocking Higher Value

A guest blog from Jon Brooks as part of our From Surviving to Thriving: Practical Ways to Boost Margins Right Now series. Great companies will always require great people, and more often than not they need a great recruiter to help them get those people. As technology erodes the lower end of the recruitment market, your […]

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  • 9/21/2025
How Digital Adoption Can Supercharge Your Employee Recruitment Strategy

Hiring skilled professionals is more challenging than ever; businesses must find new ways to onboard and retain top talent. One system overlooked is digital adoption. When implemented correctly, it helps streamline operations, strengthen your branding, and improve outcomes. In this article, we will explore what digital adoption is and why it matters within recruitment, how […]

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  • 9/19/2025