Rowing and work – more to it than meets the eye
I love rowing. I surprise myself every time I say that as I came late to team sports. My school focused on academic results and had some pretty outdated ideas about girls and sport, so it wasn’t until I moved to Cambridge that I learned to row, and then joined a regular crew. I lean on it in tough times, and it’s taught me more than I can say.
Allia teams up with Barclays Eagle Labs to provide self-paced learning programme for businesses
Free online programme designed to support local businesses across the East of England to learn digital skills and grow.
First Intuition joins the Eastern Powerhouse
First Intuition is delighted to announce that it is a member of the Eastern Powerhouse.
The answer to the epidemic of disengagement at work
What's the hallmark of the world's best-performing companies? The ones that are the most productive, innovative, and profitable?
Netherlands Minimum Salary increase effective Jan 2024
Cambridge based Le Cheminant International covers over 100 countries for HR advice, payroll and Employer of Record Services If you or your clients have staff in Netherlands this might be of interest.
How UCAS is transforming the visibility of apprenticeships
In October 2023, UCAS officially added apprenticeship vacancies to its website so that students can consider them as an option alongside degrees.
Photographer chosen to represent UK in World Photographic Cup
Freelance advertising photographer Joe Lenton FSICIP has had his work selected to represent the UK in the commercial section of the World Photographic Cup.
Last minute meetings? Book a unique room in a Cambridge venue
Meet Cambridge is launching a new service from February 2024, offering last minute bookings for meeting rooms from its venue portfolio for up to 20 people.
Learn about Allia's Diversity & Disability Inclusion Accelerator
Working on a solution focused on helping those with neurodiversity? Allia can help to accelerate your business growth!
New event for founders: Why you need an Exit Strategy now
Do you have a plan to exit your business? It’s never too early to start!
What change is still needed to apprenticeship funding?
Last week First Intuition sponsored the Association of Employment and Learning Provider’s (AELP) patron dinner, with Managing Director Amy Forrest speaking alongside the Skills M
Ethical jeweller Lily Arkwright opens Birmingham showroom
Lily Arkwright is thrilled to launch its new Birmingham showroom.
The key benefits of apprenticeships
Ahead of National Apprenticeship Week 2024, trusted apprenticeship provider First Intuition shares some of the top benefits of apprenticeships for employers and students.
The state of customer satisfaction in the UK
Chris Dunn writes...yhe latest report by the Institute of Customer Service on the State of Customer Satisfaction in the UK paints a grim picture.
Customer satisfaction is continuing to decline and now stands at a 9-year low.
An update - Portugal minimum salary
Do you have staff in Portugal ? Cambridge based Le Cheminant International www.lecheminantinternational.com has advised some Portugal 2024 payroll changes.
Energy for impact - the antidote to the annual appraisal
Annual appraisals can do more harm than good because they tend to amplify employee dissatisfaction. According to Gallup's latest State of the Global Workplace report, a staggering 90% of UK employees feel disengaged from their employers.
Conscious Communications expands its client portfolio with notable appointments
Conscious Communications, the Cambridge-based B Corp certified PR and marketing agency, has kickstarted 2024 with the addition of a number of esteemed organisations to its growing roster of clients.
Check out Allia’s fully funded business support programmes for entrepreneurs across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Huntingdonshire
Whether you are looking to move towards more environmentally sustainable business practices on your journey to Net Zero, a social entrepreneur wanting to start their own business, or founder wanting to grow and amplify impact – we have the programme for you!
How to start your health journey: key health skills for success
Creative Nutritionist writes...Happy New Year everyone! I hope you had a lovely Christmas break.
If you are starting your health journey this January, and you are a bit confused as to what to do- don’t worry! I have you covered.
Chris Dunn Consulting features as one of the best consultant websites for 2024
Chris Dunn Consulting writes...We're pleased that our website has been rated as one of the best consultant websites by Consulting Success®.
First Intuition advises how to prepare for National Apprenticeship Week 2024
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) will be held from 5th to 11th February 2024 and will be a major focal point in this year’s calendar for anyone involved in recruiting and training apprentices.
Improve your social media presence in 2024 with our FREE Social Media Calendar
We love to help businesses grow so here are some handy hints and tips to ensure your social media content for 2024 is planned and scheduled with our easy-to-use social media calendar.
Alistair Starling: Ukraine’s possible EU accession resonates deeply with Estonians
Alistair Starling, European Diplomats writes...
Estonia’s – my home of choice – belief in the European Union, the democratic ideals and prosperity it stands for, has not wavered, best exemplified by its very vocal support for Ukrainian accession, writes Alistair Starling.
First Intuition celebrate working with three-quarters of the UK’s top 50 Accountancy Firms
Accountancy training provider, First Intuition, is delighted to support trainee accountants from 37 of the top 50 firms revealed in