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What if an ex-worker takes my clients?
With networking sites such as LinkedIn becoming ever more popular with recruiters, the risk of ex-employees taking clients is also greater, as a recent court case reveals...
Published: 11 June 2008
Can I compromise on dismissals?
You want to get rid of a member of staff, but fear that dismissing them could lead to an Employment Tribunal. So what should you do?...
Published: 28 May 2008
How to... get the most out of staff appraisals
The appraisal review should be treated as a far more important process than companies and staff often view it...
Published: 28 May 2008
Don't get left high and dry
Cashflow is king — more business fail because of poor cashflow than for any other reason. Make sure you have tight procedures in place for getting paid...
Published: 14 May 2008
How to... Find the right training partner
If you are starting a training programme, it’s vital to make sure you team up with the right partner who understands your needs ...
Published: 14 May 2008
How to get the most out of experienced staff
Most recruiters are 'activist' or 'pragmatist' learners. They are open to implementing new ideas, and learn by experimentation....
Published: 30 April 2008
Q & A: Could we be liable for manslaughter?
The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 that came into force on 6 April has focused organisations’ minds on their health and safety obligations. So what health and safety obligations do employment businesses owe and to whom?...
Published: 30 April 2008
How can firms avoid implied contracts?
While a recent Court of Appeal decision confirms that tribunals will rarely imply employment contracts between temporary workers and end users, recruiters need to take steps to ensure their clients aren’t caught out ...
Published: 16 April 2008
Use benefits as a recruitment tool
Recruiters can advise their clients on ways to offer the most up-to-date and talent-grabbing packages to attract the best candidates...
Published: 16 April 2008
How to... Entice the best in times of economic slowdown
Employees may seem reluctant to move jobs as often as before in these uncertain times, so how do you track down the best talent? ...
Published: 02 April 2008
What happens if i sign up?
UK contract employment agencies may be exposing themselves to significant risk by signing up to consultancy terms...
Published: 02 April 2008
How to... Attract private equity investment
Attracting investment in your business is something that needs to be given careful thought — and a great deal of planning...
Published: 19 March 2008
What disciplinary steps do i follow?
Recruitment firms are unfortunately not immune from disciplining employees from time to time, but knowing how to go about it — within the law is — important ...
Published: 19 March 2008
How to... Have a national presence when based in the regions
The UK regions are full of business activity, encouraging new enterprises and energising existing companies. A such, it seems ti is no longer necessary to have the status of a London office to be viewed a national player...
Published: 05 March 2008
What does the 'right to request' mean?
Recent changes to flexible working legislation have affected employers. But what must recruiters consider when the right to request flexible working is extended? ...
Published: 05 March 2008
Can diversity really work in recruitment?
With the various anti-discrimination laws to take into consideration, how can recruitment agencies embrace diversity in their own employment practices without falling into the trap of positive discrimination?...
Published: 20 February 2008
How to... Handle cultural differences
In the global marketplace it pays to recognise the differing values of international candidates so ideal ones are not bypassed due to any cultural clash...
Published: 20 February 2008
How will immigration changes affect me?
Enthusiasts and critics alike would agree that 2008 will see significant changes to the ways in which non-European Economic Area nationals are able to work and study in the UK. So what effect will these changes have on recruiters?...
Published: 06 February 2008
How to... attract back former employees
Kevin Keegan has surprised everyone by returning to his old job as Newcastle United manager. ...
Published: 05 February 2008
How can I alter my contracts?
At some point you are likely to need to vary your employment contracts. It is important that you understand how to do so successfully, minimising the risk of breach of contract claims...
Published: 30 January 2008
