Business leaders should be taking an active responsibility in ensuring their own employees have access to training and the chance to digitally upskill. more»

It can be incredibly difficult for an employer to end up recruiting the right candidate. Often a new hire will be someone who doesnt fit with the business, and brings little knowledge and enthusiasm to the team. more»

Over half of small UK business owners employing EU workers are concerned that post-Brexit immigration requirements will damage company growth, according to new research. more»

As the nation's youngest CEO and brains behind iCoolKid, Jenk Oz has some worthwhile advice for fellow young entrepreneurs on running a growing business. more»

As a small business owner, how much of your life is spent in meetings? How often do you arrive late or leave early? Could you be doing anything else with your time? more»

The old adage that one should never mix business with pleasure is rather tired, and should not be taken as gospel. Running a business with friends has as much chance of being a revelation as it does a disaster. more»

When your organisation becomes larger and more complicated, capable individuals are more important than ever and a sophisticated smart recruitment strategy becomes critical. more»

The Open University has suggested that the UK could reap an economic bonus worth 45bn by reducing unemployment among 20 to 24 year olds to ten per cent. more»

The problem with trying to help people with startups is that being a founder is not really something that can be taught. It is something you need to do and learn from your own mistakes. more»

Buying a franchise is a huge step and one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. Here, head of recruitment at Auditel, Fiona Steels, offers her top tips for those considering any franchise opportunity. more»