Manufacturing drives UK GDP growth

The manufacturing sector played a pivotal role in helping to boost the UK's gross domestic product in the first quarter of the year and avoid a double-dip recession.

After a contraction in the final three months of 2010, the economy rebounded to expand by 0.5 per cent between January and March this year, with output in the manufacturing sector rising by 1.1 per cent overall.

Prime minister David Cameron responded to claims that the level of growth is disappointing following the largely weather-affected fourth quarter 2010 contraction by pointing out that job creation has expanded in the private sphere in the opening months of 2011, including the creation of sales jobs.

"The figures show manufacturing up, exports up, and we have got 400,000 more people in work in the private sector than we had a year ago," he commented.

Chancellor George Osborne added that continued recovery in the manufacturing recovery is "particularly good news".

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Managers 'need strong finance skills'

There is an increasing demand for leaders with strong financial skillsets who can continue to help steer companies away from the damaging effects of the economic downturn, a new report has suggested.

Figures issued by Robert Half show that 49 per cent of current chief executive officers have a strong financial background, which is being utilised by firms looking to balance the books and maintain stability.

This is compared with only 31 per cent of firms in 2008, explained Phil Sheridan, managing director of Robert Half UK.

He added: "As the economy continues to improve, we are seeing an increasing demand for leaders with a strong financial skill set to guide organisations through a challenging operating environment and drive competitiveness so they emerge a stronger, more capable business."

It follows the publication of new data by Experian based on the average financial strength of UK organisations, which showed that companies are now financially stronger and less likely to suffer insolvency than a year ago.


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Firms 'should incorporate technology' to boost success

Companies of all sizes, including those in the field of sales recruitment, should aim to harness technology if they wish to boost success, according to one expert.

James Bellini, business futurologist and public speaker, said the increasingly technological business environment in the UK means that companies which refuse to adapt and realise that they need to change their working practices will suffer.

Taking advantage of new working practices and adding new technologies to the business means that even companies in a non-technical sector can prosper, the expert explained.

"Innovation is also about how you do things. You can sell a traditional product in a very 21st century, digital way by making use of the technologies about," he added.

Recently, Roger Harrop, business expert and international speaker, said that getting the best out of workers and boosting overall productivity can be achieved through defying workplace conventions and implementing new working practices.

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British companies 'financially stronger'

UK firms were in better health at the end of the last financial year than they were at the start of it, according to the latest report.

Data published by Experian, which is based on the average financial strength of an organisation and the likelihood of insolvency, suggests that there was an increase in strength from 80.99 to 81.58 between the end of March 2010 and the same month this year, with mid-size faring particularly well.

Over the full financial year, the insolvency rate fell from 1.2 per cent to one per cent, indicating an improvement in fortunes for all organisations, including those employing people in sales jobs.

Max Firth, managing director of Experian, said that the signs of improvement in the average financial strength score of British firms are "encouraging", but warned companies to be cautious.

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Demand for IT staff 'on the rise'

There is rising demand for IT staff in the UK, including those in sales jobs, according to a new report.

Research carried out by CW Jobs suggests that companies are increasing their search for new IT staff as they aim to expand the technical aspects of their business.

According to the figures, the demand for staff in the IT sector rose by 11 per cent in the first quarter of 2011, compared with the last three months of 2010.

In addition, companies are now seeking more long-term employees in the field, with demand for permanent staff rising by six per cent in the same period.

Richard Nott, site director at the organisation, told Channel Web it is "encouraging" that the IT jobs market has seen seven consecutive quarters of rising employee demand.

"We have seen a surge in the number of recruiters seeking contract IT staff this quarter, which will increase job prospects for flexible jobseekers," he added.

According to recent research from data management solutions company MDSL, most UK IT workers, some of whom might hold sales jobs in the sector, would leave their role if they were offered an equivalent post elsewhere with more job security.

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Defying convention 'gets the best out of workers'

Getting the best out of workers and boosting overall productivity can be achieved through defying workplace conventions, according to one sector expert.

Roger Harrop, business expert and international speaker, said that few employers are realising the potential business benefits of putting health and safety at the centre of everything they do.

He pointed to the example of Microsoft Holland, where staff are judged solely on the basis of results, and therefore have a far greater deal of flexibility in terms of working hours and workloads.

Attitudes such as this should be adopted in the UK if firms want to ensure staff are satisfied with their jobs, Mr Harrop claimed.

"They are as a result the most productive Microsoft company in the world, with absenteeism and sickness both down. Do what Microsoft Holland has done, and turn the world of work on its head," he added.

It comes after a new Bristol University study suggested that productivity among staff, including those in sales recruitment positions, could be improved if companies encouraged healthy initiatives such as walking or cycling to work.

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Graduates 'wish they had better CV and interview skills'

The vast majority of graduates wish they had done more to develop their CV, interview and job-hunting skills while at university, according to a new study.

Research carried out by the Machtech Group shows that 80 per cent of graduates regret not taking more time to attend sessions on developing their interview skills, augmenting their CV and improving their general job-hunting prowess.

According to the figures, graduate jobseekers, including sales recruitment hopefuls, feel that universities should work more closely with employers to let university students know what is expected of them in the recruitment process.

The figures showed that 61 per cent of the graduates surveyed were currently in employment, with a quarter of this proportion in non degree-related roles.

It comes after research carried out at Cambridge University and seen by Recruiter magazine showed that university students are now beginning to seek advice about potential careers much earlier than they were ten years ago.


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Third of jobseekers 'feel underappreciated'

The reason why many people are looking to change jobs or career is that they feel underappreciated in their current role, according to a new report.

Research carried out by Monster shows that a third of job candidates, including sales recruitment hopefuls, are seeking change because they are not satisfied with the rewards they receive from their employer or the challenges their current job presents.

Other reasons for wanting to switch roles include a desire for a greater salary or benefits, which was cited by 25 per cent of respondents, and the need for a less stressful role – wanted by 13 per cent of candidates.

Isabelle Ratinaud, Monster UK and Ireland spokesperson, commented: "Staff retention is a perennially important issue faced by every business in every industry. There will always be demand for talented employees and the challenge is to ensure that your business is the one offering that 'better job'."

It comes after the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development noted that companies will increasingly realise that offering greater rewards and benefits is key to attracting and retaining staff in the months ahead.

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Job creation barriers 'will be removed'

The barriers preventing many businesses from creating new roles, including sales recruitment positions, are to be removed, the UK's employment minister has promised.

Speaking at an event at Epsom Downs Racecourse, Ed Davey reinforced the coalition's commitment to cutting red tape and making it easier for enterprises to create new employment opportunities and stimulate the economy, the Recruiter reported.

He said new changes will give firms "the confidence to recruit" and change many firms' opinions that it is "tricky and difficult" to both create roles and fill them.

According to Mr Davey, an ongoing review into employment legislation will prove that the government is as much on the side of employers as employees, with any future changes likely to see the coalition deregulating or re-regulating, rather than introducing new regulation entirely.

Last week, the Confederation of British Industry advised the government to award cash from its Regional Growth Fund to businesses, in order to boost job creation in the UK.

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Scottish labour market 'saw demand for staff rise in March'

Demand for staff rose at the fastest pace since September 2007 in March this year, new statistics have shown.

The Bank of Scotland Report on Jobs revealed that there was further improvement in the Scottish labour market last month, which could be good news for people searching for sales jobs.

According to the report, the number of people placed in both short and long-term job positions increased over the survey period, while demand for new workers grew further.

During March, availability for both permanent and temporary employees rose, the report also revealed.

"Recovery from the recession is extending to the labour market, with the demand for permanent staff rising at the fastest pace for three and a half years," said Donald McRae, chief economist at the Bank of Scotland.

Recent data from the Office for National Statistics showed that during the three-month period ending at the beginning of March 2011, the number of people in full-time employment increased by 143,000.

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3 in 4 workers 'know they'll get royal wedding bank holiday'

One in four workers, some of whom might be in sales recruitment roles, are unsure as to whether they will get a bank holiday for the upcoming royal wedding.

Despite the government declaring April 29th a bank holiday, and three in four employees knowing they will have the day off, around a quarter of workers still do not know if they will need to be at work, the survey of 1,000 people by Badenock & Clark found.

Lynne Hardman from the company said the onus is on employers to communicate "clearly and effectively" to their staff whether they will have the day off.

"If not correctly managed, employers may find workers react badly to what appears to be a last-minute decision - leading to low morale amongst employees," she warned.

Employers choosing not to allow their workers a bank holiday could find flexible working practices on the day might "alleviate the bad news", Ms Hardman suggested.

A recent survey by workplace provider Regus revealed that two-thirds of employers support the idea of a royal wedding bank holiday.

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Employers value 'soft skills'

Good soft skills such as interpersonal and communication skills are as valued as academic qualifications by employers, people looking for sales jobs will be interested to hear.

A survey of 5,000 business owners conducted by Virgin Media Business shows that a positive attitude and soft skills were among the qualities employees look for in new staff members, ranking higher than academic and professional qualifications.

Just 25 per cent of respondents said computer literacy is a key attribute when looking for new staff.

Phil Stewart, director of customer service at Virgin Media Business, said that the market is "saturated" with graduates all competing for a small number of jobs, which means employers can hold out for workers with the right personalities.

"With organisations facing enough problems as it is, it's no surprise that a 'can-do' attitude and an ability to offer creative solutions to problems now top employers' wish lists," he added.

Previous research by education firm Pearson suggested that more graduates need to develop strong practical skills such as communication and teamwork.

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Outlook 'upbeat' for sales recruitment

The outlook for sales recruitment in the coming year is becoming more positive, with enquiries from employers increasing across the first quarter of 2011 compared to the previous three months, according to figures from Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment.

Rob Scott, managing director at the recruitment firm, said that the "general vibe" among employers is also "more upbeat".

Commenting on recent data from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which both showed slight improvements in employment, Mr Scott said that 2011 "will be a year of gradual growth, with small increases in job growth and pay remaining static".

"It's going to take a couple of years for the world to recover but let's get the building blocks in place to maximise from the upturn when it returns with a vengeance," he added.

Figures released earlier this week by the ONS highlighted that the employment rate in the UK climbed two percentage points to 70.7 per cent in the three months to February 2011. The number of job vacancies also rose.

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Employers value 'soft skills'

Good soft skills such as interpersonal and communication skills are as valued as academic qualifications by employers, people looking for sales jobs will be interested to hear.

A survey of 5,000 business owners conducted by Virgin Media Business shows that a positive attitude and soft skills were among the qualities employees look for in new staff members, ranking higher than academic and professional qualifications.

Just 25 per cent of respondents said computer literacy is a key attribute when looking for new staff.

Phil Stewart, director of customer service at Virgin Media Business, said that the market is "saturated" with graduates all competing for a small number of jobs, which means employers can hold out for workers with the right personalities.

"With organisations facing enough problems as it is, it's no surprise that a 'can-do' attitude and an ability to offer creative solutions to problems now top employers' wish lists," he added.

Previous research by education firm Pearson suggested that more graduates need to develop strong practical skills such as communication and teamwork.

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Public money 'should help stimulate job growth'

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has advised the government to award cash from the Regional Growth Fund to businesses which will use it to boost job creation.

With many people struggling to find sales jobs and positions within other industries, the CBI has stressed the importance of schemes which help boost employment in the UK.

"We need to encourage growth throughout the UK and it is right that public money should only be spent on schemes that will genuinely help with job creation," commented Rhian Kelly, CBI director for business environment.

"The successful bids should help deliver this and are to be congratulated on the vision and scope of their pitches. It is encouraging to see so many different sectors are getting a boost."

The Regional Growth Fund will give out around £1.4 billion over the next three years to projects and programmes which have the potential to stimulate economic growth in the private sector.

Bidding on the second round of funding opened on April 12th and will last until July 1st 2011.

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Outlook 'upbeat' for sales recruitment

The outlook for sales recruitment in the coming year is becoming more positive, with enquiries from employers increasing across the first quarter of 2011 compared to the previous three months, according to figures from Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment.

Rob Scott, managing director at the recruitment firm, said that the "general vibe" among employers is also "more upbeat".

Commenting on recent data from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which both showed slight improvements in employment, Mr Scott said that 2011 "will be a year of gradual growth, with small increases in job growth and pay remaining static".

"It's going to take a couple of years for the world to recover but let's get the building blocks in place to maximise from the upturn when it returns with a vengeance," he added.

Figures released earlier this week by the ONS highlighted that the employment rate in the UK climbed two percentage points to 70.7 per cent in the three months to February 2011. The number of job vacancies also rose.

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Most bosses happy for staff to have royal wedding off

People in sales jobs are likely to enjoy an extra day off for the royal wedding, after a survey of business bosses found two-thirds back the April 29th bank holiday.

The survey, which was conducted by workplace provider Regus, found that while some commentators had said businesses were unhappy about the proximity of Easter, the wedding and the May bank holiday, in reality the majority are happy for staff to celebrate Prince William and Kate Middleton's big day.

Larger companies were more likely to support the extra bank holiday, with 74.9 per cent advocating a day off compared to 64 per cent of small firms.

Celia Donne, regional director at Regus, said: "Contrary to some reports, the Regus survey shows show that Britain's employers are happy for their staff to down tools on April 29th. Perhaps their support stems from the fact that the nation wants a day off from talk of austerity."

She added that offering workers a good work/life balance can help businesses boost productivity.

Many businesses have reported receiving bumper holiday requests over the Easter period, as employees can get 11 days off by taking just three days annual leave.

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Rob and Giles are Running the London Marathon for 'Breakthrough Breast Cancer'

Rob Scott and Giles Phillips of Aaron Wallis are running the London Marathon on the 17th April 2011 in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer and any money that you can spare to donate will seriously help to ensure that they cross the finish line.


Both Rob and Giles have been training hard since December and have completed countless training runs, half marathons, 17 and 22 milers in preparation.

Why ‘Breakthrough’? Giles’ wife Sarah was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer three years ago and her treatment would not have been as successful if it had not been for all the pioneering research that has been undertaken by Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Giles’ wife Sarah did the marathon in 2010 for ‘breakthrough’ and planned to raise £2000 – she raised £10,500! Her amazing story can be found here: http://breakthrough.org.uk/be_inspired/sarahjane_phillips.html

Please Sponsor! Anything that you can donate will help to spur Rob and Giles through those dark places at around 23 miles and will be doing tremendous work to help rid the planet of the horror of breast cancer, a disease that impacts upon the lives of 1 in every 8 women in the UK (Unbelievably 130 women in the UK every single day are diagnosed with breast cancer).Thanks in advance for your generosity and they will periodically update you all on their progress and will provide every sponsor with an overview of the 'big day' and how they do.

Rob's charity page: http://www.shout4.me/

Giles' charity Page: http://www.justgiving.com/Giles-Phillips2

Despite running many ‘halfs’ in his time it was never on Rob’s ‘bucket list’ to run a full marathon but his pal and colleague Giles wanted to run the London Marathon in aid of Breakthrough Breast Cancer. As Rob has always been known as Rob Scott - you know him, bit of a geek, talks a lot, nice bloke, short dark hair, tall and thin with a MASSIVE 'beer belly'! So, he thought here was the chance to finally get back into his 34 inch waist trousers and lose the beer belly tag once and for all! Unbelievably Rob got into the London Marathon ‘on the ballot’ which means that every single penny raised will be going directly to charity.

Increase in National Minimum Wage will boost youth employment

Just last week businesses secretary Vince Cable announced that the government was set to boost the National Minimum Wage this October.

While the move was welcomed by many, some market sectors - in particular the retail industry - said that the move would hamper jobs growth as firms came under increasing financial pressure.

However, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR), increasing the National Minimum Wage in October will actually boost employment among young adults - not reduce it.

In its latest discussion paper, entitled The UK Minimum Wage at Age 22: A Regression Discontinuity Approach, NIESR states that employment amongst low-skilled workers is likely to rise by between two and four per cent.

The report's authors, Richard Dickens, Rebecca Riley and David Wilkinson, concluded that in short a higher minimum wage will not harm people's employment prospects.

NIESR's report follows hot on the heels of research published by KPMG, which shows that wage inflation remains subdued despite the rising cost of living and ongoing economic uncertainty.

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Employment prospects increase in the UK

New figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown that employment prospects in the UK are improving - good news for sales recruitment agencies.

According to the ONS, not only has the employment rate increased, but the number of job vacancies has also risen.

The ONS notes that the employment rate has climbed by 0.2 percentage points to 70.7 per cent.

This means that some 29.23 million people aged between 16 and 64 are now in full-time employment.

During the three month period ending at the start of March 2011, the number of people in full-time employment increased by 143,000.

Year-on-year this figure was even larger, standing at 390,000.

The employment rate is now just marginally lower than it was prior to the recession in May 2008.

Meanwhile, the number of actual job vacancies has continued to rise, increasing by 16,000 during the same three month period to 428,000.

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Source: The Sales Executive News

Increase in National Minimum Wage will boost youth employment

Just last week businesses secretary Vince Cable announced that the government was set to boost the National Minimum Wage this October.

While the move was welcomed by many, some market sectors - in particular the retail industry - said that the move would hamper jobs growth as firms came under increasing financial pressure.

However, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR), increasing the National Minimum Wage in October will actually boost employment among young adults - not reduce it.

In its latest discussion paper, entitled The UK Minimum Wage at Age 22: A Regression Discontinuity Approach, NIESR states that employment amongst low-skilled workers is likely to rise by between two and four per cent.

The report's authors, Richard Dickens, Rebecca Riley and David Wilkinson, concluded that in short a higher minimum wage will not harm people's employment prospects.

NIESR's report follows hot on the heels of research published by KPMG, which shows that wage inflation remains subdued despite the rising cost of living and ongoing economic uncertainty.

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CIPD welcomes ONS employment figures

The Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) has welcomed the Office for National Statistics latest employment figures, claiming that they are good for both job seekers and the wider economy.

According to CIPD, the figures will provide a morale boost for businesses and the government - particularly in the wake of the recent economic downturn and the coalition's decision to push ahead with its austerity programme.

CIPD's chief economic adviser, Dr John Philpott, said: "It's clearly good news week for the UK economy. The inflation rate is down, unemployment is down, and pay pressure is down."

However, he warned businesses not to get over-exuberant about the figures.

"While the jobs figures are apparently signalling green for go, they reflect an improvement in the labour market at the turn of the year and don't tell us anything much about the road ahead," he added.

According to the ONS, there are now 29.23 million people aged between 16 and 24 in full-time employment.

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Source: The Sales Director News

Employment prospects increase in the UK

New figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown that employment prospects in the UK are improving - good news for sales recruitment agencies.

According to the ONS, not only has the employment rate increased, but the number of job vacancies has also risen.

The ONS notes that the employment rate has climbed by 0.2 percentage points to 70.7 per cent.

This means that some 29.23 million people aged between 16 and 64 are now in full-time employment.

During the three month period ending at the start of March 2011, the number of people in full-time employment increased by 143,000.

Year-on-year this figure was even larger, standing at 390,000.

The employment rate is now just marginally lower than it was prior to the recession in May 2008.

Meanwhile, the number of actual job vacancies has continued to rise, increasing by 16,000 during the same three month period to 428,000.

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Posted by Nikki Barrister

Source: Salespeak News

Samsung to launch Galaxy S II in May

People in sales jobs looking to splash their commission on a top-of-the-range phone can get their hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S II from May 1st.

It is not yet known exactly how much one of the smartphones will set people back, however, it is likely to be priced at under £500 to keep it in line with rival products such as the iPhone.

And for this sum, people will get an eight megapixel camera complete with 1080p high definition recording, a Super AMOLED Plus energy-saving screen and a dual core 1.2GHz processor, meaning it is considerably faster than its predecessor, the Galaxy S.

The next few months will also see the release of two new smartphones from mobile phone giant Nokia, the E6 and the X7.

Both phones will hit shops later this quarter, priced at under £400, and feature a new version of the company's Symbian software.

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Pairing staff with different skill sets 'boosts creativity'

Pairing two people in sales jobs who have completely different skill sets can mean that they bounce off one another and work in a more creative manner, it has been claimed.

Speaking at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development's HRD Conference, psychologist Mark Batey, joint chair of the Psychometrics at Work Research Group at Manchester Business School, said that creativity is essential for businesses in the current economic climate, reports People Management.

In terms of encouraging employees to work creatively he suggested pairing people whose creative capacity works in opposite ways, citing a study by Hewlett Packard which saw the firm pairing 'odd couples' together.

"Not everybody can be an Einstein or a Picasso," said Mr Batey.

"But we can see what their natural strengths and weaknesses are and how they can work with others to achieve outcomes."

Recent research by education company Pearson found that companies recruiting for new employees look for the right combination of academic and practical skills.

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Source: The Sales Director News

Samsung to launch Galaxy S II in May

People in sales jobs looking to splash their commission on a top-of-the-range phone can get their hands on the new Samsung Galaxy S II from May 1st.

It is not yet known exactly how much one of the smartphones will set people back, however, it is likely to be priced at under £500 to keep it in line with rival products such as the iPhone.

And for this sum, people will get an eight megapixel camera complete with 1080p high definition recording, a Super AMOLED Plus energy-saving screen and a dual core 1.2GHz processor, meaning it is considerably faster than its predecessor, the Galaxy S.

The next few months will also see the release of two new smartphones from mobile phone giant Nokia, the E6 and the X7.

Both phones will hit shops later this quarter, priced at under £400, and feature a new version of the company's Symbian software.

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Stronger business growth reported in south-east

The south-east has experienced the sharpest increase in business growth of any region in the UK - good news for Milton Keynes recruitment agencies and the businesses they serve.

New figures from Lloyds TSB have shown that, once again, the south-east is leading the way when it comes to economic recovery.

Topping the regional growth league table compiled by the high street bank, the region witnessed its strongest growth for three-and-a-half years.

It was one of seven UK regions that experienced growth in the past month - the only two failing to record any positive economic movement were Yorkshire & Humber and the West Midlands.

John Maltby, managing director at Lloyds TSB Commercial, said: "March proved to be another relatively positive month for private sector companies.

"Overall, the survey is consistent with a broad-based rebound in UK GDP during the first quarter of the year, following the weather-related contraction in the last three months of 2010."

However, he added that a number of firms were concerned about maintaining this positive performance.

His comments follow a report from Markit and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply which showed that the construction sector was beginning to show signs of a recovery.

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Source: The Sales Engineer News

Psychometric profiling vital for businesses during a downturn

Identifying creativity in jobs candidates is vitally important during a downturn and highlights the importance of adequate skills testing prior to appointment, it has been claimed.

According to Mark Batey, a psychologist and joint chair of the Psychometrics at Work Research Group at Manchester Business School, businesses which appoint jobs candidates who are comfortable with creative thinking are likely get more for their money in the long term.

Speaking to delegates at the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development's (CIPD), HRD conference, Mr Batey was reported by People Management as saying that people in creative teams were "more efficient, better at problem solving, [didn't] waste time, and often [gave] better service".

He claimed that as well as making people more comfortable in the workplace when the pressure is on, creativity can actually boost a company's bottom line.

His comments follow research from price comparison website uSwitch.com, which showed that businesses are more interested in appointing candidates from the private sector than their public sector counterparts.

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Businesses can have both flexibility and productivity

Businesses recruiting for sales and marketing jobs can allow their new employees to work from home without jeopardising productivity, it has been claimed.

According to the Telework Association (TA), while flexible working can create pitfalls for companies that are not prepared for it, with a little forethought the benefits far outweigh the shortfalls.

The TA's development director Shirley Borrett said firms that set clear goals for their new staff members should have no issues with maintaining productivity once they have recruited the right candidates.

"If managers measure people by what they expect them to do, what they expect them to achieve in a week or a month or a quarter or a year - if they're that kind of manger then they're not going to have a lot of problems managing people remotely," Ms Borrett said.

She added: "The fact that they can't see them is not a key thing in supervising them."

Her comments come after figures from the Office for National Statistics were published showing that workplace productivity has risen despite increasing numbers of people requesting home working.

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Career success 'linked to teenage reading habits'

People who want to have a successful career, perhaps in a sales recruitment role, should ensure they take up reading at an early age, new research has revealed.

There is a clear link between reading for pleasure and achieving a high-flying job, the research, conducted by Mark Taylor from Nuffield College at the University of Oxford, found.

Some 17,200 people born in 1970 were quizzed about their extra-curricular activities at the age of 16 for the study.

The research showed 16-year-olds who read at least one book every month were more likely to have obtained a professional or managerial position by the age of 33, compared to non-readers.

Mr Taylor also looked at the effects other after-school activities, such as sports or playing a musical instrument, had on career development and achievement, finding they had no impact.

"According to our results, there is something special about reading for pleasure - the positive associations of reading for pleasure aren't replicated in any other extra-curricular activity," he said.

Recent data from the Chartered Management Institute and Xpert HR revealed that fewer workers resigned, retired or were made redundant in 2010.

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Workers 'fear redundancy' due to rising unemployment

Rising unemployment levels in the UK are causing many workers, some of whom might have sales recruitment jobs, to fear redundancy.

Almost half the country's working population are afraid they might lose their jobs, while two-thirds are concerned they do not have the right skills to switch industry, research from Gumtree revealed.

Due to the latest unemployment data from the Office for National Statistics showing eight per cent of the population are without a job, only 11 per cent of those surveyed said they are 'very confident' about keeping their post.

If they were to face the prospect of redundancy, 49 per cent of those polled said they would not have the right qualifications to go into a new field.

Sam Taylor from Gumtree said: "The study shows working Brits are feeling the strain and increased pressure to keep their jobs.

"The prospect of finding a job can be daunting and jobseekers in 2011 will undoubtedly have to take a savvy approach."

Recent research by international law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer revealed that companies are currently concerned that the government's decision to phase out the default retirement age could hamper job creation.

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Scrapping DRA 'won't help retain valued older staff'

The government's decision to phase out and eventually abolish the default retirement age (DRA) will not help them in their bid to retain valued older workers, some of whom might be engaged in sales jobs, it has been suggested.

Dr David Lain from the University of Brighton Business School, said: "Employers ... need to recognise that legal changes alone will be insufficient for retaining valued older employees."

He explained that older workers often have a number of responsibilities outside work, such as caring for others, and they choose to engage in leisure activities as well.

These staff members are likely to be more in favour of the "potential attractiveness of gradual retirement", which allows them to reduce their working hours over time.

Recent research from international law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer also highlighted concerns about the impact of the abolition of the DRA.

A survey conducted by the firm revealed that two-thirds of people believe job creation could be affected by the decision and it could potentially harm the recovery of the UK economy.

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Temporary vacancies 'rose sharply in March'

The number of temporary and contract staff vacancies, which could include some roles in sales recruitment, rose sharply in March, according to a new report.

Last month saw the sharpest rate increase since July 2007 in temporary workforce vacancies, the new Report on Jobs by KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) revealed.

Compared to the high level seen in February, temporary staff billing increased at a slower pace in March.

During the month, temporary and contract staff pay remained fairly muted, according to the report.

Bernard Brown, partner and head of business services at KPMG, said: "The UK jobs market continued to expand in March albeit at a slower pace.

"The latest figures show that the job market recovery remains volatile."

Last month, the March REC JobsOutlook report revealed that employers are likely to boost both their short and long-term recruitment in 2011.

It found business confidence is growing, which is improving employers' outlook for the year ahead.

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Permanent staff placements 'slowed in March'

Following the ten-month high seen in February, staff appointments of permanent workers slowed in March, new data has revealed.

Despite the easing of the rate, March still saw a marked improvement in demand for staff, some of whom might be working in sales recruitment roles, according to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG's Report on Jobs.

Permanent staff vacancies last month increased at the quickest pace since April last year, the report revealed.

The level of permanent salary inflation also rose sharply, hitting the highest rate for eight months.

Kevin Green, chief executive of the REC, said: "The jobs market is still growing but at a slower rate than in February."

He added the report "highlights that the UK has a two-speed labour market with the private sector creating jobs as the public sector reduces employment".

Figures released this week by Reed revealed that year-on-year demand for employees was up 25 per cent in March this year.

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Job creation 'could be affected by scrapping of DRA'

Companies, some of which might employ staff in sales jobs, fear the scrapping of the default retirement age (DRA) could have an impact on job creation.

Two-thirds of the firms surveyed by international law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer believe phasing out the DRA could affect companies' ability to hire new staff and might potentially harm the economic recovery.

In the short term, the companies polled said they fear job creation might be affected more through the abolition of the DRA than other legislative changes in the UK.

However, despite the concerns of many firms, more than half (54 per cent) said they supported the government's decision.

"There's no doubt that removing the default retirement age has led to widespread concern about the effects on the workforce and the implications for businesses and the economy as a whole," said Caroline Stroud, co-head of Freshfields' London employment practice.

John Cridland, director general at the Confederation of British Industry, recently said the Budget announcement could boost job creation among UK businesses.

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Year-on-year employee demand 'up 25%'

Year-on-year demand for employees was up 25 per cent in March compared to February, new figures have shown.

While the number of job opportunities for workers, some of whom might be looking for sales recruitment roles, dropped slightly last month - by two per cent - employer demand is still more prevalent than last year, the Job Index by Reed found.

The report also revealed that salaries for new jobs are still down around one per cent in real terms, which has been the case since December 2009.

Commenting on the index, Martin Warnes, managing director of the company, said economic recovery cannot be taken for granted, since the "sharp rise" in job creation which was seen at the beginning of the year has petered out.

"However, job creation is well ahead of last year," he said. "With high job competition keeping salaries flat this is a good time for employers to find the talented people they need."

Recent data from the Chartered Management Institute and Xpert HR revealed that there was better staff retention throughout the UK in the past year, with fewer workers resigning, retiring or being made redundant.

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Job hunters 'increasingly seeking professional CV help'

Jobseekers are increasingly looking for professional help when it comes to preparing their CVs, it has been suggested.

People looking for jobs, perhaps including roles in sales recruitment, have been opting for expert help to aid their applications, Peter Panayotou, senior consultant at the Write Stuff, said.

He explained it is something which seems to have become more prevalent since the economic downturn took hold.

"In order to get the edge, they need to do everything they possibly can", which is leading many jobseekers to enlist the help of a professional, Mr Panayotou said.

Dan Hawes, co-founder of the Graduate Recruitment Bureau, recently suggested presentation should be a key consideration for people hunting for jobs at the moment.

He said employment success and failure could well hinge upon the way someone conducted and presented themselves when applying for a new role.

Employers are often looking for similar kinds of skills, but Mr Hawes said jobseekers need to illustrate all their abilities in the right way.

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Most IT workers 'would leave role if offered more job security'

Most UK IT workers, some of whom might hold sales jobs in the sector, would leave their role if they were offered an equivalent post elsewhere with more job security.

According to data management solutions company MDSL, 65 per cent of workers in IT would opt for greater security, while 41 per cent said their employer could do more to safeguard their job, while saving money.

Nearly a fifth of those surveyed are concerned about the security of their position at the moment, while 46 per cent said they could not see their job being secure in three months' time.

Chief executive at MDSL Ben Mendoza said: "This snapshot of opinion across a range of UK IT roles shows that job security is climbing higher on the list of priorities for all staff, even senior managers."

Recent research conducted by Reed and reported by Recruiter found that optimism is continuing to grow among IT staff in the country with regards to their future job prospects.

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To keep top staff, companies need to be flexible

Companies need to be flexible if they are to keep top staff, some of whom might be working in sales recruitment roles, one commentator has suggested.

Adrienne Burgess, head of research at the Fatherhood Institute, said employers are aware of the fact their workers have lives outside the office and in order to "keep the brightest and the best you need to be flexible".

She said this is very much the case when employees have children, as they have numerous responsibilities outside work, meaning it is even more vital for their companies to be flexible in order to retain their skills.

Her comments came as the government's paternity leave rules came into effect on April 3rd.

Recent research from uSwitch.com revealed that more than a third (39 per cent) of small business owners believe companies of their size should be exempt from the legislation.

Only 21 per cent of small firms polled by the website said they thought the rules should also encompass businesses of their size.

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More staff retention seen last year

There was better staff retention throughout the UK in the past year, new research has shown.

Fewer workers resigned, retired or were made redundant in 2010, the data from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and Xpert HR revealed.

The poll of 360 companies revealed that staff turnover dropped from 12.3 per cent to 10.5 per cent the previous year.

Only 3.9 per cent of workers resigned last year - the smallest number in five years.

The survey also revealed that despite good staff retention and loyalty, pay rises were not a common occurrence.

Increases were an average of 2.2 per cent last year, the poll revealed.

"It seems that UK employees are more content to stay in their current jobs," said Ruth Spellman, chief executive of the CMI.

She added: "Of course, no one should believe that the only way to retain employee loyalty is by throwing money around."

Recently, Spencer Mehlman, managing director of Notgoingtouni.co.uk, suggested people need to undertake work experience in order to further their future career prospects.

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Employers urged to cut back on costs to retain staff with pay rises

Employers should try to reduce their business costs in order to give their staff pay rises, one expert has suggested.

Charles Cotton, performance and reward advisor for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, said companies, some of which may employ people in sales jobs, should do everything possible to retain workers.

"It's not uniformly the case that all employees are suffering the same," he said.
However, "you may have to increase your salaries just to keep up with your competitors", Mr Cotton advised.

He said it is crucial for organisations to look at other areas where they can cut back in order to fund pay rises.

Sheila Attwood, editor of pay and benefits at XpertHR, recently said businesses are increasingly realising that offering employee benefits is a great way to boost candidate interest.

She said many companies are beginning to reward employees who have stayed loyal to them in the current economic climate.

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Most SMEs have put off hiring 'due to economic climate'

The majority of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have not hired new staff recently because of the economic climate, a new poll has revealed.

Some seven in ten SMEs polled by huddlebuy.co.uk said the uncertain economic situation in the UK has affected their willingness to recruit new employees, possibly including some in sales jobs, reports Recruiter.

The research by the business group buying website also revealed that 95 per cent of small firm owners believe the government does not do enough to help SMEs in the country.

After the Budget announcement last week, SMEs expressed concerns that they will not see a significant impact from the proposals, according to a poll by the Federation of Small Businesses.

Nearly half (45 per cent) of those surveyed by the business group said they thought it would have little effect on the day-to-day operation of their business. However, a third said they thought it would boost their cashflow.

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