The global economy in 2026 is marked by uncertainty. Slower growth, ongoing cost of living pressures and rapid technological changes using AI are influencing not just how companies hire, but how candidates approach their job search. For those looking for new roles, priorities are shifting. It is no longer just about career progression or salary. […]
Starting a new job in a new industry gave me a sense of excitement, uncertainty and eagerness to learn. Coming into the role as a recruitment consultant at Optimum Consulting, my basic understanding of recruitment was “finding people a job”, and whilst that may be a very vague part of the job, I’ve quickly understood that there is much more to it. […]
In today’s workplace, busyness is often worn as a badge of honour. Full calendars, constant connectivity, and rapid responsiveness are commonly equated with effectiveness. But an important question remains: does being busy actually make us more productive? Busyness vs Productivity Busyness and productivity are not synonymous. Activity alone does not guarantee outcomes. Many professionals spend […]
Business is built on relationships: from customers, strategic partnerships to relationships between sales and operations, we all know collaboration is a holy grail aspiration, we all know that people work for people and the relationship between employee and manager is a key engagement driver. But as we head into 2026 and beyond a new(ish) relationship […]
Hiring the right people is one of the most important capabilities a company needs to develop. But is there a secret to getting it right more often than not? One of the most common reasons placements struggle is not a lack of skill, experience, or even cultural fit. More often, it comes down to expectations […]
There are plenty of articles written about Gen Z, but very few written by us. As an 18-year-old working in recruitment, I get to see first-hand how early-career talent approaches work, what motivates us, and what makes us excited or disengaged. Here’s what I’ve noticed. Clarity and transparency are non-negotiable Gen Z grew up hearing […]
