Whether you are a freelancer, contractor or looking to change career paths, a topic that you can’t avoid is IR35. It has been around for years but from April 2020 the government is changing IR35 (Off Payroll Working) in a way that could significantly affect the way you are taxed.
Your CV is the first impression you’re going to make to the potential employer of any new job that you apply for. The format of your CV and level of creativity will differ depending on the type of job you apply for, but the content itself will always remain the most important element. According…
At the end of May, FS1 Recruitment attended Cygnus’ first #CuriousMK event where we were educated on the Growth and future of Milton Keynes. It was inspiring to hear about our city and really opened our eyes to how different companies are taking part in making our city greater. With events like these popping up…
Congratulations! You got the job. The job you have been dreaming about, the next step in your career, a whole new change in your career path or that promotion you have worked so hard for. Now that you have celebrated your achievement, it’s time to tell your current employer. FS1 Recruitment understands how hard it…
The internet has made communication more effective than ever before. Social media has given brands the opportunity to communicate directly to their customers, and vice versa. With customers now having an accessible and public platform to complain, how can organisations ensure they deal with negative digital reviews effectively? Acknowledge the issue. The customer is always…
It’s unlikely you would have missed the recent launch of Greggs brand new vegan sausage roll. This was a huge win for Greggs after a turbulent few months – but what made the campaign so successful, and what can other brands learn from Greggs success? The iPhone effect. Greggs were clever enough to parody iPhone…
Everyone loves a freebie, it’s true. If you’re planning a new product launch and want to make an impact, it’s definitely worth considering giving your potential new customers a freebie – here’s why. Customers need to make choices. There’s lots of products and brands out there competing for consumer’s attention – a sample product helps…
