Ben Hutchen

Christmas is fast approaching and your wallet is looking a little thin. You have a limited number of days and limited funds to get the dreaded Secret Santa gift for your co-worker. Have no idea what to get Jo from Accounts because you've only spoken to her twice?! Don't worry, we've got you...

Choosing a location has been a critical business decision ever since the days when ancient farmers claimed prime spots near fertile riverbanks.

The places where we do business may have changed, with commercial zones, Central Business Districts and Business Improvement Districts now a key focus.

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When recruiting a new employee, businesses are increasingly focusing on their ability to plan and organise their work. Read what organisation and planning skills employers are looking for:

You spend longer with your co-workers than you do with your friends, family, spouse, children, and pets. If you want your work life to be smooth sailing you need to make sure your relationships with your colleagues are harmonious. Sitting in awkward silence for 8 hours per day, 5 days per week will...

Want to stand out from your competition? You need to tap into your valuable assets - your existing clients! Many businesses purely focus on generating new leads and forget about reconnecting with the customers they spent so long trying to acquire in the first place. Even though it might feel...

Some people may think that "Personal Development" is an airy-fairy term that's just the latest HR fad. On the other hand, many would disagree thinking that like with most things in life, there is always room for improvement. Take a look at the reasons why making time for yourself and focusing on...

Office conflict can make the difference between employees feeling engaged and motivated or disgruntled and disheartened. Workplace conflict can exist due to differences in employees' personalities and principles. Tension in the workplace can affect the business' turnover rates, meaning the sooner...

Is the location of where you work important? There are some instances where location is becoming less important, for example if you have a purely online business. With the advances in technology, more and more people are viewing business location as obsolete. However, for many businesses and...

Wearable tech can give the user and their employer a range of benefits, from health to data collection to increased productivity. On the flipside, there are a range of barriers to the adoption of this type of tech, as privacy concerns for both employee and employer raise flags. Set to be a hot...

The way you conduct yourself in a meeting will leave a lasting impression with your manager, co-workers and clients. Your behaviour could affect your professional reputation so it's best to make sure you don't come across on the wrong foot.