“Recent research has found that in many organisations a manager’s mood dictates the workplace climate – with favouritism and trust issues also blighting UK offices. The study, by the Institute of Leadership & Management, found that 50% of leaders allow their mood to impact employees’ work. 40% regularly showed favouritism in the workplace, whilst a fifth of
I’m pleased to say business continues to go well at Dovetail, we’ve had a super year growing by over 150% and taking on new clients all the time. Our newest clients we’re working with include a local construction company based in Hampshire, and a local travel company based in Ringwood. Tracking down the Talent The
Making sure you don’t miss the important news in Construction Business News in Dorset and Hampshire and beyond, here is Dovetail’s Business Round-Up of latest HR, Business & construction headlines. General News: Nearly half of businesses have no cyber-security policy Almost half of businesses who took part in a survey had no policies on data
We all had a chuckle yesterday, and today, and I probably will tomorrow! :0) when we saw Diane Abbott stumbling around her figures when being interviewed by LBC yesterday….in case you haven’t seen it watch it now! She gave us the perfect demonstration of two things: Being unprepared for an interview – highlighting again the importance
With the right attitude and a great work ethic – anything is possible! 10 years ago a young man, Joe Rogers, came to me looking for a job. He had just finished his A-levels and did not know where to go next. He was hoping for the summer off and lay on the beach with his
Yes, it’s upon us – is your business ready for the new financial year? Here’s your new financial year checklist to see if you’re prepared, and if not you can see what you need to do… quick! Tax • Marriage and other allowance change. These are UK-wide • Tax code uplifts • Two UK tax
We know how hard it is to get an interview sometimes, but once you’ve got it – make sure you do all you can to nail it! We look at how to stand out in an interview to give yourself the best chance! Here are Dovetail’s top 11 practical tips to ensure you land that
As we enter the start of the holiday season, we thought we’d look at the pros and the cons of the holiday season and the impact it can have on business and employees. We all know how important it is to have time out, to recharge and get away from the everyday humdrum and stresses
Making sure you don’t miss the important HR & Business news in Dorset and Hampshire and beyond – here is Dovetail’s Business Round-Up of latest headlines + local businesses featured ‘in the news’: General News Why you should treat your staff like customers!Dorset Chamber Chief talks to the Daily Echo about how employers’ say that
As Brexit ‘still’ looms – could we also face an ‘un-United Kingdom’? As Article 50 is set to be triggered this week, the Brexit withdrawal process is set to begin. With the process said to take place over the next two years, possibly longer – it’s certainly not going to be a quickie divorce! Have
We’ve been awaiting the latest Tech Nation report and, finally it’s here! The Daily Echo give a great summary of it’s key findings for the Bournemouth & Poole area. Tech Nation 2017 Report: Bournemouth & Poole ” THE thriving tech industry in Bournemouth and Poole has a greater proportion of high-growth businesses than its counterparts
The Construction industry is in a state of uncertainty at the moment. Do you want the good news or the bad news? Do you ever get the feeling the UK isn’t maximising it’s chances of economic success..? The construction industry has experienced continued growth over the last 2 years and if it continues as predicted
March 2017 Making sure you don’t miss anything – here’s the Dovetail Round Up of latest headlines on local businesses ‘in the news’ across Dorset and Hampshire. General News 28.03.17 Dorset industry leader pleads for “business as usual” after Article 50 triggered .. The leader of a Dorset industry group has called for “business as usual” after
Earlier in the week, we looked at marketing salaries nationwide: Marketing Salary Surveys – Is it time to make a change? , but what’s going on our neck of the woods? What are the salary levels currently looking like in Dorset and Hampshire? Is your company on track? Salaries in Dorset and Hampshire The IHS Markit monthly
The Sunday Times recently published 4 new surveys on the best companies to work for in the UK. Proud local moment: 6 Dorset companies were listed across the 4 surveys, with 3 in the top 25 of ‘The top 100 companies to work for in the UK’. No. 1 – the local Christchurch company, 4com, No. 13 – Churchill Retirement
Following on from our recent article about Fashion in the Workplace – I thought I’d share a few pointers on the general basics of how to dress in the workplace. Boundaries are blurring, and as attitudes and fashions change, it’s becoming increasingly tricky knowing what is an appropriate way to dress and mastering the all important workwear
