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Job descriptions – Are you avoiding discrimination?
Carmen gives her thoughts on job descriptions - are we truly avoiding discrimination?
Sep 13, 2019
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Authenticity: What does it all really mean?
Carmen reflects on Authenticity… what does it really mean and how do we make a true reflection of it within our jobs?
Sep 11, 2019
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Is the Apprenticeship Levy working?
Introduced in April 2017, the Apprenticeship Levy intends to tackle skills shortages and increase the number of people taking part in apprenticeships.
Apr 8, 2019
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Businesses need to invest in inclusion and diversity for skills gaps to narrow
Carmen gives her thoughts on the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership Conference 2018, where she was part of the panel discussion.
Sep 27, 2018
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Robots as recruiters: the future?
Technology has progressed at a rapid rate in the past 20 years. Machines seem to be getting cleverer by the day and many fear they could soon outperform humans. So, will they ever replace us completely? And what does this mean for recruiters?
Apr 3, 2018
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Businesses urged to fill senior positions with more women
I’m happy to hear that the number of women on company boards has doubled since 2011; a positive start to increasing diversity at leadership levels in business. The level now stands at 28%, up from 12.5% in 2011.
Nov 10, 2017
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Mental health in the workplace
Around 300,000 people with long-term mental health issues lose their jobs each year – a staggering number and something which needs to change.
Oct 26, 2017
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Employers raise concerns surrounding the UK economy
Carmen's comments this week focuses on the recent report from the BBC revealing employer's growing concerns about the UK economy.
Aug 31, 2017
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Bridging the gender pay gap
With recent figures revealing the highest earners working at the BBC, questions are being asked surrounding why women are paid significantly less at the organisation.
Jul 19, 2017