Providing learning and development opportunities for your employees is great for business and for their careers. You benefit because you get the latest skills in-house, and your staff stay longer because they know they can develop their expertise with you. They'll also feel valued. This section of the Knowledge Hub is dedicated to all things related to training.
Overcoming the Skills Shortage in the UK
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Businesses have found it harder to recruit due to a widening skills gap in the UK. Founder Deepak Shukla shares his insight into hiring people in a difficult job market
Why Apprentices are Crucial for SME Growth
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In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week 2022, we spoke to our staff to find out what it's like to be an apprentice at Fleximize and how it benefits the business as a whole
Managing Document Security in the Workplace
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Ben Liu of Kofax takes a look at why it's essential to invest time into protecting your business' paperwork and digital file infrastructure
A Guide to Apprenticeships & The Kickstart Scheme
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Simon Thomas of Ridgefield Consulting covers everything employers need to know about taking on an apprentice in 2021, including the government's new Kickstart Scheme
Using Technology to Upskill Remote-Working Staff
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With many SMEs postponing employee training due to the pandemic, we explore why now is the time to focus on upskilling staff and how technology can help facilitate this
Why Management Training is Crucial for SMEs
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Implementing quality management training will make employees feel more integrated as a team and increase motivation levels, resulting in happier staff and better performance. Here's how
Why SMEs are Prioritising Cybersecurity in 2022
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Research shows that UK businesses are prioritising investment in cybersecurity in 2022 to strengthen their defences. Adam Louca from Softcat explores
The Benefits of Digital Training and Webinars
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Anthony Chadwick of The Webinar Vet shares his knowledge of how to leverage the digital training market and the ways it can grow your small business
Why E-Learning Is the Future of Employee Training
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If you're looking for cost-effective and time-efficient development opportunities for your employees, then it may be worth looking into e-learning. Here's why
How Coaching Can Make You a Better Leader
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Having the right people in leadership positions is vital to the success of every SME. But how can coaching improve a leader's ability to manage their team? Susy Roberts explores
Dealing with Data Loss from Business Devices
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Andrew Magee, Development Manager at software specialist Enigma Recovery, explains what to do if you've lost data from one of your business devices
The Biggest Phishing Threats to SMEs in 2019
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It’s imperative that SME owners and employees know exactly how to detect and react to potential phishing threats. Here's what to look out for in 2019
Why Cybersecurity Training is Crucial for SMEs
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Melanie Jones looks at how investing in cybersecurity training can positively impact both your business and your wider workforce
A Guide to Developing Confidence at Work
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Paul Russell of Luxury Training Academy explains how to develop your confidence and gain authority in the workplace
Managing Password Protection & Cyber-Stress
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Many SMEs struggle with effective password management and cyber-stress. Ian Pitt of LogMeIn explains how technology can relieve the burden
Apprenticeships: Learn From England's Last Master Cooper
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What your business can learn from this inspiring story of how a niche business found the perfect apprentice.
Employing Apprentices: The Benefits to SMEs
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SME owner Tracy Ewen talks about the huge value apprentices bring to small businesses and shares advice like how to recruit an apprentice and salaries
Will NLW Make Employees the Victims?
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Phil Foster discusses how the new National Living Wage could cause SMEs to make low-skilled staff unemployed to save on costs.
Developing your Leadership Skills
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How can you, as a leader, ensure you continue to develop and grow? Here are our top tips for business owners and entrepreneurs leading a team...
Employee Learning and Development - FAQs
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Empowering and educating your employees is vital for an SME. Here, we answer your pressing questions about employee training and learning at SMEs.
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