In 2017, the Government introduced a payroll-funded Apprenticeship Levy scheme, designed to encourage more businesses to embrace apprenticeship training. Despite initial enthusiasm, confidence in the ...

What’s the first thing you do when you need to engage a qualified expert to carry out a job which is beyond your capabilities? For many people, it’s turning to Checkatrade, a directory of trusted ...

When I was an HRD, I don’t think I ever really understood what organisational design (OD) was. Of course I knew it was about organisations, structures, development etc, but it was never really clear ...

Want to work for an industry-leading and award-winning design and engineering consultancy which places huge importance on developing its people to reach their potential? 

Our leadership, lunch and learn event last month at The Savoy brought together thought-leaders in people development and HR to explore the latest developments in leadership. With talks from CHX, ...

Successful businesses are built upon a solid foundation of data, enabling them to analyse markets and deliver ROI. Whilst data is undoubtedly king, the devil is in the details. Here are five ...

In the 21st Century, it may seem bizarre that there is a need to talk about women-specific training. However, the fact remains that there is a definitive need to support women in business - now, more ...

We’re proud to announce that Optamor has partnered with GetMyFirstJob, an organisation which offers a new way for  ...

Peter Jones (Dragon’s Den) shared wisdom in his online business guide where he featued how to make people central to your success. Jones claimed that ‘a business is nothing without its PEOPLE.’ ...

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a hot topic lately,  with managers, employees and just about everyone wondering whether or not the machines will take over and steal everyone’s jobs. Concerns about ...