An employee calling in sick to work is considered completely acceptable if it’s for a migraine, stomach bug or physical injury. But what about the days a member of staff is at work and although they’re not physically ill, mentally they are absent? It’s estimated that mental health-related presenteeism costs employers up to 3x the […]
Businesses are more conscious than ever of their impact on the environment. And with studies estimating an annual spend for companies of around $8 billion a year to manage their paper usage, digital alternatives are looking more and more appealing. So, what are the benefits of ditching paper processes in favour of digital replacements? Maplewave, […]
This week's Tweet of the Week comes from Reddit and Initialized Co-founder Alexis O’Hanian. O’Hanian, in addition to being one of the most recognisable characters in tech start-ups, is also the husband of one of the greatest Tennis players of all time: Serena Williams. A prominent advocate and user of social media, O’Hanian used the […]
For most companies Brexit is an impending burden on business and operations, but Sven Hughes, CEO and Founder of Verbalisation, believes brands should have a positive outlook on what’s ahead and capitalise on the opportunities presented. Brexit is back on the agenda. The internal political turmoil in Theresa May’s cabinet has rocked the government. The […]
Business exhibitions remain a hugely value asset to any marketing plan. Here, Aaron Inglethorpe of Discount Displays explains for CEO Today why investment in exhibitions is only set to grow in response to clearer trackability and more integrated campaign strategies. In a report back in 2016, the Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR)’s 2016 Index […]
Time. Who has a minute to think about that anymore? Very few of us, probably. Least of all start-ups. If you own a company which is just getting off the ground, you must give time its right value. This is when you can set your own rules and values. Below Andy Bolter, creative partner at […]
It’s no doubt that many CEO's find it difficult to balance work and pleasure, especially at a time when their financial success should enable them to do so. Leaders in the UK appear to be more conflicted than in other cultures; they know they should be spending more time with families or pursuing a hobby […]
Before we can think about how a business should operate an apprenticeship, it’s important to understand the true meaning behind what an apprenticeship actually is, and why people pick this route. Here Charlie Mullins OBE, the founder of Pimlico Plumbers, discusses how apprenticeships work and how employers can make the most of them. Charlie founded […]
As the dust settles, GDPR should be a springboard for progress. Here Richard Acreman, Partner at WM Reply, discusses the challenges involved in complying with GDPR and how right now these challenges are presented as an opportunity to grow and succeed. For some companies, the words "post-GDPR" have come to be read as "post-apocalypse". Threats of […]
It can be hard when you decide to make a career change. Especially when you have to juggle interviews and presentations around a current job. Applying for a CEO position is even more pressure. And then, when you do get invited for an interview, they’re often short notice and soon come around — leaving you […]
The corporate risk map is becoming increasingly complex and board-level decision makers have never been more aware of the financial and reputational damage that can be caused by supply chain disruption. With back-end systems, processes and governance often falling short of expectations, it is essential for businesses to build a strong data foundation and adopt […]
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