Many of us are working from home right now, due to the government’s recommendations on social distancing related to COVID-19. As we deal with a lot … Read More

Coronavirus. It’s a word you will have heard a lot recently. Whether it be on the news, in your office or pretty much anywhere else – … Read More

As a hard-working and ambitious IT professional, the day may come when becoming an IT manager is a real possibility. And when it does, you will … Read More

Many of us, including myself, have been in the position where we’ve changed jobs more quickly than intended, maybe even more than once, and it can … Read More

Feedback is important. And for businesses, one of the most important sources of feedback is from employees who are leaving. Using exit interviews effectively can hugely … Read More

Professionals who seem like job hoppers present a risk to hiring managers. Taking them on is a gamble. It could be a waste of money if … Read More

“Steph, I’m not sure why you’ve sent me this candidate’s CV.  He looks like a job hopper.  You know we don’t want a job hopper.” This … Read More

Are you a finance director or CFO who is in charge of an IT team? Email us on enquiries@bluespoint.net and we will send you our free … Read More

Law firms, who are hiring IT staff, need to be wary of making the following, easily-avoidable mistakes. By steering-clear of these recruitment blunders, you will increase … Read More

There has been a significant increase in the interest surrounding the ability of an employer to recover the cost of training from an employee where the … Read More

The argument of in-house IT vs outsourcing IT is one that many growing businesses encounter at one point or another. It can be a daunting and … Read More

Job interview’s are just as much an opportunity for a business to impress, as they are for the candidate. But how do you do it? In … Read More

So, Harry has handed in his notice.  Not only that, he’s taking Meghan with him! But did they follow our advice about resigning in a graceful and respectful … Read More

It feels great to be invited for a job interview, but if you’re anything like me, hearing the words ‘We would like you to deliver a … Read More

Although it’s perhaps not an area you’d expect to affect your brand, your recruitment efforts can influence the way people view your business – for better … Read More

In this video, Steph looks at how job seekers can most effectively position themselves on salary. She discusses if and when you should ask for more … Read More

Christmas is just around the corner. Everybody is slowly (or not so slowly, in some cases) winding down for the end of the year. I’ve already … Read More

When looking for a new role, it’s important to seem enthusiastic – without exhibiting signs of job search desperation. Seeming desperate can be a sure-fire way … Read More

Are you considering offering remote working opportunities to your employees? Have you seen the topic mentioned all over LinkedIn but can’t see how it could be … Read More

It looks like Matt is having a quick beer with his lunch – or is he? Find out how this relates to recruitment by watching the … Read More