Harnessing the Strength of Language: Fostering Inclusivity in the Workplace

Harnessing the Strength of Language: Fostering Inclusivity in the Workplace

By AFR Consulting / 21st August 2023 / Comments Off on Harnessing the Strength of Language: Fostering Inclusivity in the Workplace

In today’s diverse and dynamic workforce, inclusivity has emerged as a vital aspect of creating a positive and productive workplace environment. One of the most powerful tools to foster inclusivity is language. How we communicate at work can profoundly impact employee morale, engagement, and overall organisational success. In this article, we will explore the significance…

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The Importance of Employee Satisfaction and Ways to Improve It

By AFR Consulting / 13th June 2023 / Comments Off on The Importance of Employee Satisfaction and Ways to Improve It

In today’s competitive business landscape, organisations are realising that employee satisfaction plays a pivotal role in their overall success. Employee satisfaction results in: Actionable Strategies to Improve Employee Satisfaction Foster Open Communication Establishing clear and transparent communication channels is essential for improving employee satisfaction. Encourage an open-door policy where employees feel comfortable sharing their ideas,…

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Won’t see you Friday – Things we can learn from the four-day week roll out

By AFR Consulting / 24th March 2023 / Comments Off on Won’t see you Friday – Things we can learn from the four-day week roll out

I doubt anyone could have missed the big fuss around the four-day week over the last year or so. As the rumblings from the initial experiment around the UK die away, what are the takeaways, and was it a success? The four-day week – A positive move? Before we look at whether it is a…

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Making Menu Choices – Looking for a New Job in a Candidate-Driven Market

By AFR Consulting / 31st May 2022 / Comments Off on Making Menu Choices – Looking for a New Job in a Candidate-Driven Market

We are currently living in a very unusual situation when it comes to recruitment. For the first time since records began, there are more open job vacancies than people to fill them. Recruiters and candidates both need to adjust to this phenomenon. The problem of choice On the surface, it seems like a dream come…

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Following from the Finance Directors Webinar – Key points from Budget 2021

By AFR Consulting / 10th March 2021 / Comments Off on Following from the Finance Directors Webinar – Key points from Budget 2021

The tension and expectation surrounding the budget this year was high. It is probably fair to say that it was in the running for the most important announcement for businesses for a long time and certainly the most unusual one for decades. Now the smoke has cleared, it is a good time for a quick…

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Protect your recruitment – Why using a recruitment partner is like buying insurance

By AFR Consulting / 30th November 2020 / Comments Off on Protect your recruitment – Why using a recruitment partner is like buying insurance

The most common objections to using a recruitment partner are usually centred around the cost of hiring. We covered a lot of this in a recent article, but one element is really worth picking up on. There is a misconception that we would like to address about the cost of using a recruitment specialist to…

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Finding the right candidate in 2020

By AFR Consulting / 22nd January 2020 / Comments Off on Finding the right candidate in 2020

As we approach the end of January 2020, many companies across Lancashire shall start to focus on their Financial and Accountancy Recruitment. A new year often brings new budgets, new growth plans and therefore… new staff. However, this often comes with complications. In todays job market some employers are finding it increasingly difficult to attract…

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Risk management in your recruitment process

By AFR Consulting / 7th June 2019 / Comments Off on Risk management in your recruitment process

Having worked with jobseekers in the accountancy recruitment sector for over 20 years I’ve seen candidates labelled as terrible by one employer then work out very well with another.  Just because someone didn’t perform well in one role, it doesn’t necessarily make them a poor candidate for the next.  Why does this happen in recruitment?…

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AFR Director Tammy Smith – Why use a recruitment consultancy?

By AFR Consulting / 24th July 2012 / Comments Off on AFR Director Tammy Smith – Why use a recruitment consultancy?

Why use a recruitment consultancy when looking for your next appointment? Job advert V’s recruitment consultant Now obviously we are somewhat biased, but using recruitment consultants when making your next appointment has many benefits. Getting to know you  We get to know your business so that we can make the perfect match – and the…

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