Archive for December 2018
How to Attract and Retain the Best Talent in 2019
When thinking of hiring in the new year, it can be tempting to wait until things have ‘settled down’ after a few months before taking action. Although, with people often taking time over the holiday break to reflect on their professional successes and happiness over the last twelve months, January is certainly peak hiring season,…
Read MoreNew Year, New Career? Four Reasons to Look for a New Job in 2019
Whether you’ve planned for fireworks, a party or popcorn in front of the TV to welcome 2019, there’s no doubt that the New Year is a time of reflection. Not just from a personal perspective, but a professional one too. With time flying by, before you know it, a whole year has passed leaving us…
Read More5 Ways to Prepare for Your First Performance Review
You excelled in your retail job interview, landed the position, and now your first performance review is fast approaching. You’re understandably nervous, but it helps to think of a performance review as a way for both parties to get on the same page. Your employer can assess your achievements to date, and you get to…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Hiring Casual Workers
In stressful and uncertain times, it can be difficult for employers to justify recruiting new permanent staff, even though they may be busy. The retail industry is typically seasonal with busy periods and down times, and often very little in between. Hiring new employees to fill in during the busy times can leave employers with…
Read MoreTop 5 Qualities of a Great Teacher
Great teachers remain with us throughout our lives: the way they encouraged us to speak out when we were unsure; the time they stayed back after class to help us understand a maths problem. These men and women have common traits, including a love of their subject and a genuine interest in young people’s development.…
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