There was a recent report that said the UK ranks last in the G7 for enabling people aged 55+ to remain in rewarding employment.

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.

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

When you ask what makes a good salesperson stay with an employer, salary and commission matter of course. But I don’t think it’s usually the whole story.

In an interview, there’s a fine line between being honest and being overly negative about previous employers. The interviewer knows you’re looking for a new role for a reason.

Let’s get to the heart of what truly counts. Employers are on the lookout for a few fundamental qualities that set successful field sales professionals apart.

It used to be that a strong salary package and a recognised brand did most of the heavy lifting. Today, candidates dig much deeper.

Good people don’t just want a payslip every month. They want to know they’re making a difference.
Sometimes that’s a simple thank you, or recognition for a job well done.