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D&I Forum: Too young, too old... Is ageism still an issue?
over 1 year ago by VMAGROUPThere has been a real emphasis on improving equality in the workforce with many employers focused on Diversity and Inclusion. Yet, ageism still seems to be the most "socially acceptable" form of discrimination in the workplace. So how prevalent is it? More than half of professionals over the age of 40 indicated experiencing ageism in their careers, most prevalently in fin...
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The pros and cons of a four-day work week
over 1 year ago by Trish PencarskaEight hours a day, five days a week… For many employees across Britain and Europe, this way of working is so deeply entrenched, that any alternative used to seem completely unrealistic. However, the pandemic and shift to remote, hybrid and flexible work, particularly across marketing, communications and digital has started to change our perceptions about the workplace. Follo...
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The IC Hiring Guide in Partnership with IoIC
over 1 year ago by VMAGROUPVMAGROUP and the Institute of Internal Communication collaborated to create the first and only Internal Communication Hiring Guide.Created for anyone with a hiring responsibility for an internal communication role, the guide provides guidance and support through the process, aiming to standardise hiring practices and help to build strong and effective teams. The guide uses t...
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Diversity & Inclusion: How to avoid age-based discrimination in the workplace?
over 1 year ago by Trish PencarskaIn recent years, many companies across the globe took the time to reflect on their unconscious biases and create a Diversity & Inclusion strategy to improve equality in the workplace. However, the issue of ageism remains unsolved, as it is still viewed by many as the most socially acceptable form of discrimination. According to Age UK, over 36% of workers over 50 felt they h...
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Onboarding Care Package: Supporting your team through digital challenges
almost 2 years ago by VMAGROUPThe aftermaths of the Covid-19 crisis continues to shape the way we work, learn and connect, with many industries and departments being forced to reinvent their business models. While employees adjusted to remote work and Zoom meetings, we saw new digital solutions emerge rapidly, accelerating the rise of streaming, eCommerce, or cashless transactions. Earlier this year, ...
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