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IS THE UK CLOSE TO A FLEXIBLE WORKING TIPPING POINT?

As flexible working pioneers, my business partner and I are always interested in hearing how other businesses and other industries are implementing flexible working strategies, to move with the times and offer employees the work-life integration they crave. So when we found an article in Flexible Bo

As flexible working pioneers, my business partner and I are always interested in hearing how other businesses and other industries are implementing flexible working strategies, to move with the times and offer employees the work-life integration they crave. So when we found an article in Flexible Bo

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HOW LONG CAN YOU WAIT FOR HOME-WORKING TO BECOME A REALITY?

A recent study by Virgin Media Business predicts that 60% of employees will be frequently working from home by 2022, and that two-thirds of the 5,000 UK directors and business owners questioned feel that face-to-face meetings will also be a thing of the past. Is this something to be scared about or

A recent study by Virgin Media Business predicts that 60% of employees will be frequently working from home by 2022, and that two-thirds of the 5,000 UK directors and business owners questioned feel that face-to-face meetings will also be a thing of the past. Is this something to be scared about or

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THE REALITY OF RETURNING TO WORK AS A FULL-TIME MUM: WHY WE NEED TO SHAKE UP THE WAY WE WORK

It’s safe to say that our working cultures have changed significantly over the years, from the hours we keep, where we work and the expectation placed in the hands of those of us in employment. But many of these changes aren’t for the better.

It’s safe to say that our working cultures have changed significantly over the years, from the hours we keep, where we work and the expectation placed in the hands of those of us in employment. But many of these changes aren’t for the better.

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COULD TECHNOLOGY BE THE ANSWER TO REDUCING BUSINESS TRAVEL COSTS?

There’s no denying that business travel isn’t always easily avoidable, yet with almost everything, travel-related inflating in price, is it time to take a look at technology for the answer? In September 2018, Travel Daily Media published an article called ‘Corporate Managers Beware: Business Travel

There’s no denying that business travel isn’t always easily avoidable, yet with almost everything, travel-related inflating in price, is it time to take a look at technology for the answer? In September 2018, Travel Daily Media published an article called ‘Corporate Managers Beware: Business Travel

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ARE MEN PAYING THE PRICE FOR WANTING TO BE A HANDS-ON DAD?

In 2015 the rights of UK parents completely changed when the government introduced Shared Parental Leave. These new rights allowed parents to share 50 weeks of leave between them.

In 2015 the rights of UK parents completely changed when the government introduced Shared Parental Leave. These new rights allowed parents to share 50 weeks of leave between them.

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THE PAY GAP ISN’T THE ONLY GENDER DIVIDE WITHIN THE WORKFORCE, IT APPLIES TO FLEXIBLE WORKING TOO

The gender pay gap is something we’re all familiar with and often makes headline news. So can you believe that there’s a gender divide when it comes to the flexible workplace too? Flexible working is something that ALL employees are entitled to ask for once they’ve been in employment for 26 weeks an

The gender pay gap is something we’re all familiar with and often makes headline news. So can you believe that there’s a gender divide when it comes to the flexible workplace too? Flexible working is something that ALL employees are entitled to ask for once they’ve been in employment for 26 weeks an

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SUMMER LOVING? NOT IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING TO JUGGLE FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH FULL-TIME PARENTING

The Summer holidays are fast-approaching, and while it’s an incredibly exciting time for the children who are about the enjoy at least six weeks of freedom, it can be a very stressful time for the parent’s who need to juggle work with childcare. It’s not a new problem.

The Summer holidays are fast-approaching, and while it’s an incredibly exciting time for the children who are about the enjoy at least six weeks of freedom, it can be a very stressful time for the parent’s who need to juggle work with childcare. It’s not a new problem.

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THE ANSWER WE’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR WORKING LESS WILL DRASTICALLY REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS

While the Government continues to argue over Brexit and the Tories have the enviable task of choosing our next Prime Minister, Teresa May’s parting gift was to pledge that the UK will have zero carbon emissions by 2050. In an article published in The Guardian on Friday 21st June, journalist Andre Sp

While the Government continues to argue over Brexit and the Tories have the enviable task of choosing our next Prime Minister, Teresa May’s parting gift was to pledge that the UK will have zero carbon emissions by 2050. In an article published in The Guardian on Friday 21st June, journalist Andre Sp

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WORKING 9-5, IS THAT REALLY THE WAY TO MAKE A LIVING?

Back in the day of Dolly Parton, the answer would have been a resounding YES. But not so much these days.

Back in the day of Dolly Parton, the answer would have been a resounding YES. But not so much these days.

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COULD YOUR WORKPLACE ACTUALLY BE MAKING YOU ILL? And costing your employer a fortune?

There’s no denying that the office can become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, but we now have solid proof that your workplace really is making you sick, thanks to a survey carried out by AppliancesDirect.co.

There’s no denying that the office can become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, but we now have solid proof that your workplace really is making you sick, thanks to a survey carried out by AppliancesDirect.co.

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STAY CONNECTED IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS!

In 2019, we’re more connected to people than we ever have been. The emergence of social media has made sure of that.

In 2019, we’re more connected to people than we ever have been. The emergence of social media has made sure of that.

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REMOTE WORKING IS SOOOO LAST SEASON!

Once upon a time, everyone was striving towards remote working as their only option to claw back some kind of work/life balance. Employers would agree that their employees could work remotely when it suited them.

Once upon a time, everyone was striving towards remote working as their only option to claw back some kind of work/life balance. Employers would agree that their employees could work remotely when it suited them.

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THE 4-DAY WORKING WEEK: TURNING A DREAM INTO A REALITY

Towards the end of 2018 there was a lot of noise in the national press about the TUCs plans to implement a four-day working week in the UK and how it could become a reality in this century, thanks to technology and artificial intelligence. At KnownFour it has always been our mission to support remot

Towards the end of 2018 there was a lot of noise in the national press about the TUCs plans to implement a four-day working week in the UK and how it could become a reality in this century, thanks to technology and artificial intelligence. At KnownFour it has always been our mission to support remot

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Is your home the office of the future?

IS YOUR HOME THE OFFICE OF THE FUTURE? Remote working is not a new concept. However, it is becoming more and more mainstream.

IS YOUR HOME THE OFFICE OF THE FUTURE? Remote working is not a new concept. However, it is becoming more and more mainstream.

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STOP! Have You Evaluated Your Work-Life Quotient?

It’s no secret that the recruitment industry is a tough nut to crack. You’re constantly working, networking and connecting clients and candidates.

It’s no secret that the recruitment industry is a tough nut to crack. You’re constantly working, networking and connecting clients and candidates.

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WILL FLEXIBLE WORKING EVER BE THE RULE AND NOT JUST AN EXCEPTION?

This week I’ve read some really interesting facts on the subject of flexible working that we wanted to share with you. The CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) published an in-depth report focusing on flexible working and the commute to work.

WILL FLEXIBLE WORKING EVER BE THE RULE AND NOT JUST AN EXCEPTION?