Ambitious goals are part of sales. Most high performers welcome pressure — but they also want a path to winning.

Let’s make recruitment a positive experience, as every hiring process leaves a mark. The question is, what kind?

Oversized territories are one of the fastest ways to kill performance. Not because salespeople lack drive, but because effective customer coverage becomes impossible.

Some companies complain about the cost of recruitment, but it’s far more expensive when you get it wrong, and agency fees pale into insignificance when you look at the other costs.

Recent research from Employment Hero shows that “ghost jobs” are on the rise — with 25% of UK workers believing they’ve applied for one. That figure jumps to 37% among 18-34-year-olds.

UK salary increase budgets for 2026 are set at 3.6%, mirroring the actual pay rises seen in 2025, according to recent research by Willis Towers Watson.

With the Employment Rights Act 2025 now gaining momentum, UK employers need to prepare for some significant changes to employment law — particularly around hiring and early-stage employment decisions.

According to Personio’s latest Workforce Pulse Report, only 44% of UK professionals say they’re currently in their dream job.

A great interview is a two-way process. It’s not just about whether you’re right for the role — it’s about whether the role is right for you.