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Workplace Progression
The progression through the modern workplace can be a tricky course to navigate. This section looks at some key issues, ideas and opinions for developing your career, your prospects and your pay packet.
Gamification in the workplace
Examples of gamification in the workplace may include: Division of staff into teams to earn points towards a set reward for the winners. Use of awards for high-performing staff members. Leaderboards to chart progression.
24 April 2012Bringing Careers to the fore
Firmly established on the retail, hospitality and leisure events scene, this February sees the 14th Career Forums event come to London's Marriott Grosvenor Square Hotel. Here, we take a look at what the event has to offer attendees and profile some of the key exhibitors.
01 February 2012Making motherhood work by Shelley Pinto, managing director Fashion & Retail Personnel
Being a working mother is one of the single hardest challenges a person can set themselves. Managing the twin demands of work and family successfully is a major undertaking, particularly for those women with young children. It can also be hugely satisfying. In this article, mother-of-two and professional retail recruiter Shelley Pinto shares some of her experiences and insight while proffering some advice for those currently in the same boat.
09 September 2011Should I stay or should I go?
Is there such a thing as staying too long with a single employer or, by the same token, how many jobs are too many jobs and over what period? Flighty or focused, loyal or languishing? We take a look at each side of the argument.
01 June 2011Asking for a Raise – No such thing as money for nothing
Trying to land yourself a pay rise in these austere times might seem like trying to acquire a unicorn. But in fact while not easy it is certainly achievable with the correct approach.Here's a five-step guide.
01 March 2011Top brands flock to online event
With less than a month to go before the inaugural Virtual Career Forums event all the pieces (and some big name recruiters) are slotting into place. But what can would-be job-seekers expect when the virtual doors are opened on May 18th? We take a sneak peek at a new development in retail and hospitality recruitment.
01 May 2010Is money too tight to mention?
You might be forgiven for thinking that, in the current economic climate, were you to approach your boss about securing a pay rise you'd be at risk of being laughed out of the building. Maybe, maybe not, but when the thaw eventually arrives and normal service is resumed will you know how to maximise your earning potential? Robert Collins noses around a difficult workplace subject.
14 November 2009Climbing ladders in high heels
Shopping is always thought of as the stereotypical female pastime, so why are so few women getting into the retail boardroom? Following the second annual Specsavers everywoman in Retail Awards, women in retail should be more empowered than ever, but is this really the case? Elizabeth Troake reports.
01 October 2009NSDR: A sensible precaution or Orwellian intrusion?
Retail employees who commit theft, fraud or damage against their company could now find their details listed on a national register that will be available to future employers. Still very much in its infancy, the National Staff Dismissal Register looks like it will be dividing opinions for years to come.
01 July 2008