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Expert

Why so many new hires leave within the first year and how to prevent it

The expense of finding and retaining top-performing talent can challenge organisations’ profitability, and if employees leave within the first year, there are even more costs. Research shows that only 12% of employees leave their employer to earn more money.[1] That means most employers can take action to prevent staff turnover. One of the most common […]

Rob van Es · 2 min
HR

Strong, supportive company cultures: Top things that create a great place to work

Ever wondered what makes a strong company, strong? You’re not alone. For years, unsuccessful brands have been chasing the “secret formula” used by Apple, Amazon, Zappos, and others. Here’s what separates the good from the mediocre. Market And Customer Impact Brands that are wildly successful “wow” their customers. They don’t just make them happy or […]

Guest Author · 2 min
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Do people truly thrive in coworking spaces?

The traditional work landscape is shifting, and more and more workers are trying to break away from sterile cubicles and rigid 9 to 5 schedules. We are witnessing new dynamic work environments where everyone is empowered through greater control and flexibility regarding workflow. Gone are the pushy bosses and policies, once set in stone. In their […]

Guest Author · 2 min
Advice

Top tips on how to keep your staff motivated

A crucial element to the success of any business is to ensure your team stays engaged and driven to achieve. Without good people, you will likely have no business.

Stan Gordon · 2 min
Advice

Why you need more plants in the office

Personalising your workspace using plants can reduce stress and negativity by up to 60 percent and increase productivity by up to 30 percent.

Tasnuva Bindi · 2 min
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Moving away from lean office design empowers employees

Employees who are involved in the design of their personal workplace have been found to be up to a third more productive, according to office and care management studies by University of Exeter chartered psychologist Dr. Craig Knight. Knight spoke to Dynamic Business about the impact a work environment has on employee productivity.

Liz Trethowan · 2 min
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Companies green policies affects hiring

A report conducted by global recruitment firm Robert Walters, has shown that a company’s green stance adversely affects whether a potential employee will choose to work for that firm. The Employee Insights Survey found that 74.4 percent of professionals claimed that a company’s stance on the environment and commitment to green policies would affect their […]

Jessica Stanic · 2 min