MTC Apprenticeships has recently announced an extension to its existing partnership with Lloyds Bank allowing SMEs working with OAS to access the £1m annual fund to cover the training costs associated with having an apprentice.

It has become an expectation that businesses and communities should be ‘doing their part’ for the both the environment and for future prospects

More than 40% of young people recently told a poll run by The Independent that they felt ill-prepared for work and lacked the soft skills and confidence needed to go far in employment.

Mindful recruitment is at the core of the successful business of the future and this should apply at all levels in the organisation.

Mental Health and Wellness is as important, if not more important, in the overall compensation a member of staff receives for the work they do.

Appropriate remuneration and compensation for staff at all levels is a vital consideration for mindful businesses. In markets that are competitive, salaries are always a key consideration, but it's more than this.

75% of cross-department teams are dysfunctional. Some of the reasons for failure include problems with coordination, motivation, and competition — as well as waiting too long to address these issues.

IBM is being recognised as one of the 2019 World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute... as much as innovative technology, it's about valuing all stakeholders

I would love to hear about the ways you have captivated your worker bees and created the alchemy of success in your business or organisation, so please do share your ideas and comments