All Human resources articles – Page 43
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AnalysisThe best kept secret
Being in the wrong job can impact heavily on both the individual and the organisation. talentsmoothie director Sally Bibb discusses why strengths-based recruitment is the best approach for everyone
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AnalysisThe right attitude
It is important to incentivise staff and find out their motivational drivers to encourage the right attitude, says Sean Howard, vice-president solutions marketing at SHL
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AnalysisThe art and science of merchandising
It is merchandisers’ task to strike a balance between art and science in their craft, says John Plows, director of retail consultancy VR Intelligence
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AnalysisThe art of ecommerce leadership
Bearing Partnership head of executive search Aryn Hurst-Clark talks about what to look for in your ecommerce leadership team
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AnalysisAudience appeal
A strong EVP is the key to becoming a magnet for talent, and having engaged and motivated employees, argues talentsmoothie director Sally Bibb
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AnalysisAdapt to succeed overseas
Ian Williams, director of European headhunting agency Quantica Retail, gives an insight into the challenges of setting up in business abroad.
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AnalysisAn Englishman abroad
There are many important factors that a retail professional needs to consider for international relocation, explains Harveen Gill Associates director Harveen Gill
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OpinionA man of the people
You can’t treat people in the same way as you would products, says Lord Kirkham
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AnalysisShop Direct’s military manoeuvres
Can going commando deliver cost-effective management training, asks Liz Morrell
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NewsArcadia boss Green warns on rising costs of doing business
Rates, raw materials and wages worry Sir Philip Green despite jump in the fashion group’s profits
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AnalysisGoing in for the skills
Staff with product knowledge are a must for both happy customers and sales, finds Liz Morrell
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OpinionRetail surgery: Some of my employees are nearly 65 and one of them has a very physical job. Given the plans to abolish the default retirement age, what are my options?
Some of my employees are nearly 65 and one of them has a very physical job. Given the plans to abolish the default retirement age, what are my options?
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AnalysisSocial network
Investing in a leisure programme for staff may sound lavish but it can pay off
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AnalysisLet the Christmas countdown begin
November is upon us and the festivities - for retailers at least - are in full swing. With seven trading weeks left to go, Liz Morrell offers seven top tips to ensure the peak period goes smoothly
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OpinionRetail surgery: I need a cost-effective way of ensuring my small stores have the right staffing hours and that we pay staff the correct amount. What are the options?
I need a cost-effective way of ensuring my small stores have the right staffing hours and that we pay staff the correct amount. What are the options?
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NewsRetail job growth slows but is still the top sector
Retail employment grew 2.1% in the third quarter, creating 12,746 jobs in the sector, the BRC-Bond Pearce Employment Monitor shows.
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NewsRetail employment rises 2.1%
Retail employment was up 2.1% in the third quarter of the year, compared to the same period last year.
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AnalysisStir up talent in the milk round
Retailers are adopting innovative ways of attracting prospective employees, finds Liz Morrell
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AnalysisThe art of being chosen
What makes some retailers successful while others fail? Respected retail marketer Martin Butler’s new book asked retail’s biggest names to find out
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AnalysisRewarding staff: In it for the long haul
Rewarding staff who help a company perform in the long term has its benefits