As we begin another new year, it’s time for businesses to reflect on 2023 and plan for 2024. Learning from the past – what worked, what didn’t, and what can be done better – is valuable and should form a …
Working from home here to stay
Two recent studies show that working from home is very much here to stay. The Institute of Directors (IoD) surveyed 1,000 organisations and found that 74% intend to continue with homeworking. This follows on from a study by the BBC …
Coronavirus: Doing business in adversity
What truly challenging and unprecedented times we find ourselves in. I hope you and yours are keeping well and staying safe. Week three in lockdown means we are all feeling the full impact of the coronavirus pandemic. And none more …
Success in Surrey and South East
As the Brexit negotiations rumble on, and doom and gloom continues to fill our media space, it’s good to come across a story that shows our county and region doing well. Which is why I dedicated my regular Guildford Dragon …
Gender pay gap: the jury’s out
Last week (4 April) was the deadline for UK companies (excluding those in Northern Ireland) with more than 250 employees to report what they paid their male and female employees. This, in turn, revealed their gender pay gap. The results …