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Top 5 Skills You Can Learn in an Apprenticeship

As we mark National Apprenticeship Week, the theme this year is ‘skills for life’ – and I couldn’t agree more. Apprenticeships have had a lasting impact on my career, and I’ve seen first-hand how they shape not just your professional abilities, but your personal growth too.

Feb 11, 2025

The Power of Apprenticeships: Building skills for life and career success

As Apprenticeship Week 2025 kicks off with the theme "Skills for Life", it’s the perfect opportunity for me to reflect on how apprenticeships are shaping the future of work and empowering people to succeed in their careers.

Feb 10, 2025

Boost Your Team’s Energy in Q1: top tips to keep motivation high

The first quarter of the year can be challenging for everyone. With the excitement of the new year behind us, we can experience a drop in energy and motivation.

Feb 5, 2025

Five Ways to Stay Positive on Blue Monday

Blue Monday – the third Monday of January – is often considered the most depressing day of the year. The dreary weather, post-Christmas finances and New Year’s resolutions going down the drain can make our lives feel a little bleak.

Jan 20, 2025

Why EVP is Key to Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

Do you have the January blues or, more importantly, do you think your colleagues have? January is when more employees can choose to reassess their career paths and start a hunt for another job.

Jan 6, 2025

The 5 Big Ideas Shaping The Workplace in 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, there are some pretty exciting changes happening in the world of work. From AI making a bigger impact to how job roles and workplaces are evolving, we've dug into the trends that are set to shape the year ahead. 

Jan 2, 2025

Black History Month at Pertemps: Reclaiming Narratives and Celebrating Diversity

Black History Month (BHM) is a time for reflection, celebration, and education. For me personally, it’s a time to look back at how far we’ve come as a society in addressing race-related discrimination, while also appreciating the strength and resilience of those from Afro-Caribbean and other Black communities.

Oct 11, 2024

How Good Sleep Leads to Professional Success

The pressure to perform well at work can lead to long hours, late nights and early mornings. Lots of professionals sacrifice sleep in the pursuit of productivity, believing that burning the midnight oil is the key to success.

Sep 13, 2024

The Power of Positive Thinking

Looking for a new job can feel pretty overwhelming. The uncertainty, rejection and waiting will take a toll on anyone’s morale.

Sep 13, 2024

Am I Being Paid Enough?

Recent data released by Forbes has shed light on the average UK annual salaries by age group, revealing key insights about the typical financial journey of a worker over their lifetime.  

Sep 10, 2024