Finding a job can be tough during a recession. If you’re on furlough, or job hunting, read our key tips on updating your LinkedIn profile to make it easier for companies to find and hire you.
Read more8 Must-Listen Startup Podcasts
Getting up-to-date news, learning about new trends, and discovering new startups are just a few of the many reasons we listen to podcasts. The only issue is choosing which ones to listen to, with so many great ones out there. So here are 8 of our favourite podcasts to help…
Read more“Why do you want to work here”
Whilst you'll never really know for sure what an interviewer is going to ask you until the interview itself, there are some questions that are pretty much a given. No matter what the role, no matter what industry sector the startup is in, there are certain questions which you definitely ought to prep for - no matter how experienced a candidate you may be.
Read moreHow to be a Great Interviewer
When you’re recruiting for your startup and you get to the interview stage, it’s not simply a matter of showing up, asking a few questions and expecting the candidates to do all the work by impressing you with their responses.
Read moreTypical Mistakes Made by Interviewers
When you’re interviewing for a first hire or even a team expansion you want to get it right. There’s a real talent shortage at the moment and startups like yours are competing for the best possible candidates…do you want to miss out on a fantastic hire because you didn’t handle the interview correctly? No, of course not.
Read more12 inspirational books by female entrepreneurs
It’s Global Entrepreneurship Week - a week when people all over the world unite through a whole series of events, programs, and initiatives in a bid to inspire others to consider the entrepreneurship pathway. We thought we would mark the occasion by once again shining a light on some of the inspiring female entrepreneurs who have sought to inspire others via both their business endeavours and the books they have written.
Read moreHow to support your startup team during the cost of living crisis
There can be no denying that the current cost of living crisis is difficult to ignore. We're all being impacted in some way - whether it's mortgage interest rates, energy prices, or the cost of our weekly shop. Now, more than ever, it’s important that you support your team.
Read moreWorld Menopause Day: The startups tackling Menopause
For a very long time, menopause was a taboo topic, something that tended to be swept under the carpet. This is, thankfully, changing now with more and more celebrities talking about their experiences and employers recognising the need to do their bit and support their employees. A welcome change, long overdue…
Read moreHow to Sell your startup to candidates
When you’re recruiting for your startup, you need a well-crafted sales pitch for candidates which everyone in the interview process is aligned with. It’s easy to assume that all the prep and research in advance of the interview has to only be undertaken by the candidates.
Read moreHiring resilient staff for your startup
Life in a startup can be pretty unpredictable, particularly in the early days. It’s a dynamic environment where things can change quickly and everyone in the entire startup team - from the founder through to the newest hire needs to be able to adapt accordingly.
Read moreEmployee Volunteering for your startup - why and where to do it
If you want to attract and retain the best talent in your startup, one of the areas that you'll need to focus on is the perks and benefits package that you offer your employees. And whilst benefits such as annual leave policy, flexible working and health and wellbeing support are of course hugely important, one of the most rewarding elements that you can add to that package is Employee Volunteering.
Read moreWhy your startup needs a leader with positive energy
Whilst a new hire has the potential to change many aspects of a startup, when they're in a leadership role, the impact they can have is even greater - from the effect and influence they have on the rest of the team, to the overall culture and of course the future success of the business. Getting the right person in place as a leader is therefore key.
Read moreHiring International Graduates for your Startup - The Lowdown
Although there has been a rich pool of talented overseas students at UK universities and colleges for many years it hasn’t always been that easy for UK employers to recruit them once they graduate, primarily from an immigration perspective. UK’s new Graduate Route opened in July 2021 which changed things - and we’re here to help you…
Read moreFounders Associates - the what, the where and the why
When you begin the process of hiring for your startup, it’ll usually be because of one of two reasons - you’ve identified a clear skills gap you need to fill, OR there are simply tasks that are becoming too time consuming.It's becoming increasingly evident that hiring a Founders Associate can be one of the best ways to really develop your business further and ultimately make your startup vision a reality.
Read moreTravel Expenses + Hybrid Working
Flexible, hybrid working is quickly becoming the norm for most startups. So if you’re one of them and you plan on continuing the culture of choice (of the place of work), you’ll need to make sure all your policies and procedures - such as your travel policy - are up to date and ready. As always, we have tips…
Read more3 Typical mistakes startup founders make with their first employee (and how to handle them)
Hiring that first important employee to a startup is a big deal - for the founder, it’s a moment of pride but it’s also a big change - in a way, they’re having to let go of their ‘baby’. For the employee, this is an exciting moment, full of anticipation and opportunity. It’s quite a learning curve for both, and mistakes happen…but we have a few ideas to help.
Read more6 Top Tips for hiring your startup’s first employee
There are lots of momentous steps when you’re building your startup - from your website going live to getting validation for your MVP. And hiring your first employee is another one of those - it’s a pretty big deal. We’re here to help with a few tips…
Read moreSnacks to welcome your team back to the office
Whilst there are some clear advantages to working from home - from not having to deal with the daily commute to being able to wear your PJs to work, it's still not quite the same as working in an office. And whilst some of your startup team maybe still working remotely or have gone down the hybrid route, those days when they're back in the office will feel pretty special.
Read moreFinancial wellbeing for startup employees
One of the most important areas where you can support your employees is their financial wellbeing. And even though each employee's personal circumstances may vary, the core elements of what financial wellbeing is will pretty much be the same for all - it's about having control over day-to-day finances, being ready to handle any unexpected challenges and feeling equipped and ready for the future.
Read moreTypical Interview Mistakes made by Experienced Candidates
All that experience and the skills you have developed can make you a huge asset to a startup team. However, as is the case with all candidates, if you're going to get that dream role, you’ll still need to perform well at the interview.
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