Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and Spotify – it reads like a list of Silicon Valley giants, but most would be surprised to hear that these big hitters all have operations in the small UK city of Cambridge. Known worldwide for its legendary university, Cambridge is now also making a …
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Work EnvironmentOffices exist to get work done – but how to make an office conducive to maximum efficiency and employee wellbeing is a more complex question. Modern office design requires employers and serviced office providers to think beyond lighting and decor to questions of utility, best use of space, …
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Work EnvironmentLast month, research revealed that the gender pay gap in academia was not set to close for another 40 years.On 1 June, autonomous car pioneer Tesla dismissed Ă‚Â a female employee who had previously made allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace. On 6 June, ride-hailing platform Uber announcedĂ‚Â that it …
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Business advice and newsLocal newspapers are at the heart of British culture. They bring together the eccentricities of town life, encourage local discussion and provide a voice for those who have no other outlet. They spread good news and create space for local businesses to promote themselves and, most importantly, be a …
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Business advice and newsA Chamber of Commerce is a Ă‚Â hub that protects the interests of local businesses and provides them with support. The Chamber of Commerce can offer help in a multitude of ways, Ă‚Â from giving business advice and skills development training to hosting networking events. How your Local Chamber of …
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Business advice and newsWe take a look at the startups and SMEs driving innovation across the UK, alongside the support networks that are inspiring regional entrepreneurial culture far beyond the capital’s boundaries Brighton Innovation is the watchword for the Brighton startup scene. The city is host to app makers and entrepreneurs …
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Modern start-ups have little need for a permanent meeting space and having constant access to one can even be damaging. Booking an external meeting room, either in a shared unit or a serviced office, gives businesses all the benefits with none of the headaches. Meetings can be a …
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Business advice and newsModern businesses need offices that make the most of limited space and boost employee wellbeing, while providing enough flexibility for growth, restructuring, and unexpected surprises. There’s no doubt about it – office space is shrinking. The modern business scene is dominated by small, agile startups that always keep half …
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Work EnvironmentFind out how to improve employee engagement with our five, easy steps. Despite the numerous perks that the modern workplace offers, often it’s the simple things that can make the most difference to staff motivation. We believe this comes down to five key areas, which we will explore further over …
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Work EnvironmentThe Best TED Talks On: Leadership What makes a great leader? While it’s likely we can all name a manager who is â€Âtoo controlling’ or isn’t open to listening to new ideas, it’s often a lot harder to define what makes someone good at leading a team. However, strong leadership …
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