In what ways could the Metaverse have an impact on recruitment?

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] The Metaverse and the Recruitment Sector Many are anticipating the popularisation of the Metaverse and what it has to offer the world, including the recruitment sector.     After Covid-19 struck, businesses turned to the digital world…

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The End of the Commonwealth Games 2022

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] The end of the Commonwealth Games 2022 The end of the Commonwealth Games has approached after the Closing Ceremony kicked off at 8 pm last night.  The games have been an enormous success and global attraction,…

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Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

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The Commonwealth Games celebrations kick off tonight, as Birmingham hosts the competition this year! Commonwealth Games Birmingham: Opening Ceremony   The opening ceremony for the Commonwealth Games will launch tonight, based in the heart of Birmingham.    Starting at 7:00 pm, the opening ceremony will take place at the Alexander Stadium – with national coverage…

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How To Cope with Monday’s Extreme Heat Wave

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] This upcoming Monday, an extreme heat wave is expected to blast the UK, with temperatures soaring to 36 degrees. Many are beginning to fret with media outlets declaring it a national emergency. This is the first…

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Leadership Lessons We Can Learn from Boris Johnson’s Resignation

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] This morning, the news announced Boris Johnson’s resignation after 50 members of his government resigned. How Boris Johnson’s Resignation Happened Boris Johnson plans to serve as prime minister until autumn to grant time to whoever shall…

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Is a four-day working week a reality for the UK sectors in the future?

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] The 2019 pandemic has irreversibly changed numerous UK job sectors,  forcing companies to change their hiring strategy. The practice of remote working was heavily enforced – virtual meetings and working from home becoming the norm. So…

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Wolf Run for Acorns Children’s Hospice

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”23128″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text]Last Sunday, the Balfor Team joined together to compete in the Summer Wolf Run to fundraise for Acorns Children’s Hospice.  Seven members of our Balfor Family travelled to the striking…

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How To Look After Your Wellbeing As a Nurse

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] With many in the healthcare sector leaving after Covid-19 hit, looking after your well-being as a nurse has become even more important. 72% of nurses working in health and social care report that the pandemic has…

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Why Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace is Important

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text] Companies are beginning to change their views on neurodivergence. Neurodiversity is best described as the ‘range of differences in individual brain function and behavioural traits’. Well-known examples of neurodiversity are ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and Tourette’s…

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