2020 is finally out of the way and gee, doesn't it feel good to throw it into the bin? We all faced new, unexpected challenges, from setting up a home office to just seeing loved ones across the border. With all of that behind us, we can...
Whether you're a fresh-faced 16-year-old looking for your first job, or a veteran of the industry trying to rise through the ranks, job interviews are an inescapable part of getting the position you want. There's no perfect formula for nailing interviews because, like the companies looking...
Office Christmas parties may not be everyone's cup of tea, but Blended believes strongly in using this event to celebrate our achievements, build comradery and enjoy a day out to let off some steam. It's also really funny to see some people out of their comfort...
One of the most important elements in an effective workplace is trust. Whether you have small team of half a dozen employees or a multinational company that hires thousands, it's fundamental for everyone in the organisation to trust each other for things to run smoothly. That's easier...
In this age of social media and virtual networking, communication is more vital than ever. Not just to clients and partners, but with your own co-workers. Whether there's a particularly important single message to get across or a tricky sales pitch to make, clear communication is...
No matter your job title or industry, you're guaranteed to have been left hanging, waiting for an email that never came. We're so used to hearing "I'll get back to you," that the phrase has lost all meaning. How often does someone tell us they'll get...
From the 28th of November, I will have spent a whole year in the Blended family. In that time, I've learnt so much, not just about recruitment, but how to run a business effectively and treat employees with care. Here are just a few things this job...
Since the start of the pandemic, working from home (WFH) has become de rigueur rather than a quirky alternative to commuting to the office. It was a huge, rapid shift to a new model from the stable ritual of sitting in the same office from 9am...
Can you feel it? With Christmas decorations popping up all over the place and shopping centres filling with the familiar noise of carols (and Mariah Carey's torturous All I Want for Christmas is You), it's clear that the end of the year is near. We have...
As everyone knows, new year's resolutions generally don't last. We all want to end the year fitter, healthier, stronger and happier than we started it. Ringing in the new year with fireworks and champagne always brings positive feelings of a fresh start, where anything is possible...