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Employee Engagement

Why technology industry employers must prioritise their Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

The tech industry hasn’t escaped the restructuring and challenges other UK industries are experiencing. Yet, in the face of rising business costs and economic changes, the UK technology workforce is growing, with net new jobs added for a fifth year in 2025. Still, filling these roles isn’t without challenges. The tech skills gap and high competition for talent are driving up salaries, making it more expensive than ever to secure top talent. Read on to learn how an attractive and holistic Employee Value Proposition (EVP) helps reduce business overheads while attracting and retaining the skills you need.

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Employee Engagement

Continuing our series on employee performance, this blog delves into the ins and outs of performance management. From how to get it right to why it matters, this is a deep dive into the topic. We’re also exploring the ‘poor performance’ label, calling on employers and managers to consider how they determine poor performance, the impact being labelled a low performer can have, and how to consistently improve performance across your business.

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Employee Engagement

Exceptional employee performance… a high-performance culture: it’s every business owner’s ambition. High-performing employees who consistently deliver help businesses thrive, championing innovation, growth and creativity. It sounds fantastic, and it can be, but only if you’re providing employees with the support and tools they need to take care of their wellbeing. Being laser-focused on outcomes may lead to you missing the bigger picture. Read on to explore the benefits and potential pitfalls of a high-performance culture and how to get the balance right.

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Employee Engagement

Burnout takes months to recover from, and in many cases, employees will be off work during the process. Burnout affects people physically, mentally and emotionally, and a phased return to work will help protect an employee’s health and wellbeing. Having been at a point of – in some cases – chronic fatigue, how do you kickstart employee motivation? Explore this with us using Pink’s motivational theories.

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Employee Engagement

Solidarity, teamwork, inclusivity, motivation… What can we learn about employee motivation from the Olympics? Using key learnings and Olympic themes, we’ll explore how you can apply Olympic values to your workplace culture. Uncover what motivates employees and boosts employee engagement and productivity. Read on to answer the question: How do you motivate employees?

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Employee Engagement

It's National Careers Week! Are you in the best postin to appeal to fresh talent? How about retaining the loyal workforce you already have? Read on to discover the best ways to attract, nurture, and retain the best people for your business.