Flexible working ‘cuts cost to employers’, say business leaders

Flexible working ‘cuts cost to employers’, say business leaders

The Times reported today that a group of 22 of Britain’s biggest companies, the “Agile Future Forum”, have signed a commitment to flexible working rights after finding that “agility” in staff hours and locations can cut workforce costs by as much as 13%. Richard Nissen, the founder of The Virtual Office, is also a guest lecturer…

Instinct & Planning

Instinct & Planning

According to The Telegraph Online most entrepreneurs rely on instinct to make business decisions. This is not a surprising statement as it is the general business savvy and passion that drives entrepreneurs to success. The report, commissioned by T-Mobile, goes on to state that many entrepreneurs are too busy to or even nervous about making…

Managing Stress – Part Two

Managing Stress – Part Two

Time management is an essential factor in managing stress. Often the feeling that you don’t have enough time in the day increases your stress levels before you’ve even started. If you manage your energy, attention and commitments you create an effective daily management of tasks leaving you feeling more focused. Mark Walsh shared his top…

Managing Stress – Part One

Managing Stress – Part One

According to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development time off through stress has increased, with the recession blamed for elevated stress levels. Factors such as extra workload, worries about company reorganisations and domestic problems have led to higher levels of anxiety and depression, employers reported. The research also found that more employees were struggling…