Quarter of SMEs have no intention of embracing workforce diversity
Although workforce diversity is key for many, a quarter of SME leaders have admitted they have no intention of making it a priority for their companies.
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Companies with leadership diversity receive more funding
Leadership diversity can have cultural benefit, but also a monetary one, as revealed by a new data analysis of board directors.
More than money: How can we truly invest in female founders?
By Staff writer
Eliminating the gender gap is a destination where progress arrives at varying speeds. The House of Commons, for example, now has 191 female MPs compared to 58 some 30 years ago. But bleak statistics come to the fore regarding the startup scene and amount of UK female founders.
Even Emilia Clarke, Mother of Dragons on Game of Thrones, faces inequality
Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke, a powerful female leader on the show, and now in real life, has revealed that even she finds herself challenged by inequality in the workplace.
Don’t just strive for a diverse workforce, change attitudes through doing instead of talking
By Staff writer
Leadership expert Stephen Frost shares five tips to help you create a diverse team and better your organisation.
Employer of the Year award reader vote: Gekko
The Gekko Social Fund is just one of the techniques utilised by the field marketing business, which is competing for Employer of the Year award.
Just when you thought it was safe, it seems you need to look out for swordfish
As the saying goes, the customer is always right. But what if your customer doesn’t know what they really want because you haven’t exhausted all of your options Maybe it’s time to dish up some swordfish.
Harnessing intelligent machines to create more diverse teams
The issue of diversity and inclusion remains front of mind for recruiters and business leaders alike, as organisations ramp up the effort to improve levels of diversity within the ranks.
Charlie Mullins: The gender pay gap is something that defies all logic
SMEs throughout the nation should adopt a progressive approach and voluntarily sign up to be part of any and all future gender pay gap plans, as full disclosure is a bare minimum for a group that accounts for over half of private sector jobs.
Why London is the business capital of Europe
Connectivity, venture capital, diversity, community and more – we take an in-depth look at the various factors and accomplishments that make London deserving of the “business capital of Europe” label.