A recent survey we conducted showed that 64% of tech leaders in the UK and 79% in the US feel candidates who apply to their organisation are missing the necessary soft skills to succeed. Of course, you could argue that it is challenging to prove you have soft skills when applying for a job (who […]
87% would like to see more university talent emerging and 85% would like to see more women applying for tech roles UK tech leaders look for attitude over experience, whereas US tech leaders prioritise experience Both UK and US report business and communication skills missing in applications Manchester, UK, Boston, US; 28th June 2021: Less […]
The world of talent acquisition is a minefield, and in an increasingly competitive market with complex roles in high demand, tech talent acquisition is a beast in itself. Many talent acquisition managers are seasoned pros and have worked in the industry for years, recruiting the best talent to scale their organizations while refining employer brands […]
In the current market, customers are in charge and generally wish work with companies that they respect and believe have their best interests in mind. This means managing and maintaining customer relations is more vital than ever. With many businesses now resorting to automations and tech for many aspects of communication to streamline the process, […]
When you think of outsourcing tech recruitment, you may imagine quite an expensive undertaking if you wish for the project to succeed. After all, recruitment can often be a costly endeavour whether you carry it out in-house or outsource to a contingent recruitment agency or RPO provider. Advertising vacancies, sourcing candidates, taking the time out […]
Data science and machine learning are taking over almost every industry you can imagine. We’re finding ways to automate processes, and machines really are coming for a lot of our jobs. In many industries, data science is being hailed as the future of work and the secret to revolutionising how employees manage their daily tasks; […]
Content is king. We hear a lot in today’s digital-first era, which is more relevant than ever. We’re consuming content on a larger scale than ever before, whether it’s on social media, through apps on websites or even video content. It’s no surprise, therefore, that many scaling tech businesses are starting to invest more in […]
We’re relying on technology more than ever; in our personal lives, in work and in the world of recruitment. Advances in technology mean we can connect with people across the globe, send vast amounts of information within seconds and leave those tedious, monotonous tasks to a computer. All of which is helping both businesses and […]
When you’re trying to scale your tech business, it’s undeniably a balancing act. Your relatively small team has to wear many hats and take on many jobs to ensure your product, service, or offering can reach more people and grow to reach its true potential. There is so much to think about when scaling a […]
However, during the UK’s first ScaleUp Week, 46% graduates reveal universities still encourage applications to large over small organisations, and 23% are given no advice at all Females find it harder (31%) to secure their first tech roles compared to men (21%), survey shows Manchester, UK; 13th May 2021: Almost a quarter (22%) of 16-17 […]
