STATE OF THE NATION

Industry Insights

What’s the latest in UK recruitment & employment markets

Do you practice it?

Gratitude is more than just saying thank you, it gives you the space to recognise the value in people, moments and circumstances.  It is...

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  • June 5, 2025

Ctrl+Alt+Human

We communicate all day, every day, with words, gestures, even emojis. It’s true, we may be glued to our phones, laptops or tablets, talking...

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  • May 22, 2025

Cultivating Talent

🌸 Today, a peony finally opened after months of quiet growth and unseen energy building beneath the surface, patiently waiting for the perfect moment...

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  • May 15, 2025

I travelled 90 minutes – but all I got was cake and chaos

These days do you consider hybrid working to be a fair compromise, or actually just false flexibility? With some companies insisting now on working...

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  • May 8, 2025

Success

Take a moment to reflect on your job. Can you implement any changes to make it more rewarding and enjoyable? If you’re an employer,...

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  • April 28, 2025

Would You Hire a Walnut Whip?

Believe it or not, recruitment is a lot like chocolate. Some new hires look great on the outside….but once they’re in the role they...

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  • April 17, 2025

What Drives You To Work?

(…no we’re not talking about public transport or the latest e-bike…) We all have that one thing that gets us up and moving every...

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  • April 10, 2025

Sweet Success

EVERYONE has had an apple crumble at least once, haven’t they? It’s a simple dish – apples, butter, flour, sugar. But if you’ve ever...

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  • February 27, 2025

Tackling the Recruitment Iceberg

Picture an iceberg.  What you see above the surface is just a fraction of the real problem. Now reflect on your recruiting processes. Are...

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  • February 13, 2025

Ouch!

We know, when balancing speed and quality to attract niche talent, the recruitment landscape can be tough to navigate, so it’s crucial to assess...

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  • February 6, 2025

Grate Expectations

I used to have one grater.  A box grater.  I had it for years and it grated stuff. It had four sides and I...

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  • January 21, 2025

Yes or No

Let’s face it, making decisions can feel overwhelming. But sometimes, all it takes is a simple question to spark a change and a result. ...

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  • January 15, 2025

Why employers choose Pimento Connection