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Transgender Employees even more likely to Hide their Identity
In 2021, we have the impression that people can be who they are without prejudice or judgement, but the reality for people who identify as transgender is very different. A new YouGov survey has shown that more transgender people are hiding their identity at work than there were five years ago, and this highlights how employers need to be doing
Adapting your Presentation Skills for the Virtual World
Flexible working practices have become the norm thanks for Coronavirus and many businesses will never return to the former way of working. With this in mind, there are some skillsets that need updating to suit the modern world. Presentation skills are one key area where there has had to be considerable change and adaptation. The way you present to a
What can Traineeships do for the Care Sector?
The care sector in the UK has been put under a level of stress it could never have expected in the last 12 months. Leading care organisations have found themselves pushed to the edge and despite the Prime Minister Boris Johnson declaring he would “fix the crisis in social care” when he came into power, nothing significant has yet been
Supporting Apprentices with Additional Learning Needs
The great thing about hiring apprentices is they come from all backgrounds and experiences, enriching your talent pool and offering something new to your workforce. Apprentices with additional learning needs can and should be considered alongside other applicants and providing the relevant support is straightforward with the right processes in place. Hiring an apprentice with additional learning needs doesn’t need
The Role of Apprentices in the Recovery of the Hospitality Sector
No one can deny that the Coronavirus pandemic has hit hospitality harder than most other industries. With repeated lockdowns and tier restrictions, the industry has had to open and close, with many bars and restaurants remaining closed for over a year to date. Careers in hospitality have always been considered amongst the most difficult and challenging, in terms of the
Apprenticeships or Traineeships: Which is Right for my Business?
Apprenticeships and traineeships are two ways employers can benefit from young talent and new employees who are enthusiastic, focused and interested in learning more about their business. Both are government schemes which give people in England the skills, knowledge, and work experience to actively contribute to the economy and find their place in the world of work. Both schemes are
Is the UK’s Digital Skills Gap set to Limit Economy Recovery?
Spring Budget 2021: What is the Chancellor offering the Training and Skills Sector?
The Spring Budget was announced last week and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak offered a range of measures for skills, training and new business. He has committed to a range of new investments in the further education and skills sector, including increased incentives for companies to hire apprenticeships and funding for small businesses to upskill their workforce. Explore the
Virtual Connections: Using Online Training to Bring your Teams together
Most of us are still working remotely and we may not have seen our closest colleagues, let alone those in other departments, for many months. Managing remote teams can be difficult but it’s also important to consider employee development and the wellbeing of employees who may be missing their regular routine and the social side of work. There are many
Creating Better Customer Experiences with Custom Success Training
Understanding the customer’s journey with your business has become more important than ever before. Customers have more choice than ever when it comes to making purchases and choosing services so businesses have to actively look for ways to improve the experience they create for each and everyone. Customer success has been a KPI for many businesses looking to measure the