What Soft Skills Used in Healthcare Can Be Transferred to Business?

A healthcare career is something that a lot of people feel drawn to. It’s a way of helping others that can be extremely rewarding. And it’s ideal for people who want to feel as though they are making a difference through the soft skills used in Healthcare.

Not only that, but there are many ways to progress a career in healthcare, so ambitions can also be met. 

It might even be that you want to start your own business in a healthcare-related field. Maybe you want to start your own practice and open a clinic, or perhaps you feel your skills are best utilized in administration and management.

Whatever it is you want to do with your nursing qualifications once you have them, it’s important to understand that you can gain many soft skills through studying for a career in healthcare that can then be used in other areas, namely your own business if that’s what you choose to do.

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6 Reasons Supply Chain Employees Look For New Jobs!

As a boutique recruitment agency, we at Argentus are on the front-lines of the churn in the new jobs market. We speak with potential job candidates every day.

Some of them are passive, interested in moving into new opportunities when we reach out to them. Some of them are active, reaching out to us because they want to make a move.

With the economy experiencing a prolonged growth spurt, and demand for professionals in Supply Chain Management and Procurement – our area of specialty – going up, there’s a lot of activity, especially in short-term contracts where companies are onboarding talent for their change management and business transformation expertise.

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An Overview of the Global Talent Visa: What You Need to Know!

The Global Talent visa is a route for people to come to the UK based on their expertise in a particular field.

To be eligible to apply, a person must demonstrate they have exceptional talent or promise in the fields of science, engineering, humanities, social science, medicine, digital technology, architecture, fashion design, film & television, or arts & culture.

The key distinction between exceptional talent or exceptional promise comes down to a person’s experience and whether they are an established or emerging leader in the field.

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Walking on Thin Ice: Navigating Precarious Professional Pathways!

In today’s ever-changing job landscape, professionals often find themselves treading on thin ice, navigating precarious pathways toward career success. While the world of work offers exciting opportunities, it also presents unique challenges.

In this guide, we’ll explore the intricacies of these precarious professional pathways, offering insights and advice to help you confidently move forward in your career.

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9 Reasons You Need Leadership Skills to Run Your Business!

Running a successful business isn’t just about having a great product or service; it’s also about effective leadership. Leadership skills play a pivotal role in the success and growth of any business.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, honing your leadership abilities is essential. In this article, we’ll explore some reasons why you need leadership skills to run your business effectively.

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8 Ways to Boost Internal Communication in Your Business!

In any organization, effective communication is essential for smooth operations, collaboration, and overall success. When internal communication is lacking, it can lead to misunderstandings, lowered productivity, and a lack of cohesion among team members.

To ensure your business thrives, here are eight effective ways to boost internal communication.

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Key Strategies for Achieving Onboarding Success in Your Organization!

Struggling with high turnover and disengaged new hires? You’re definitely not alone. In fact, the average rate of employees who voluntarily choose to leave a company is 17.3%. Many companies face the same challenge: getting new employees to feel at home and productive from day one.

A quick search into the top reasons someone leaves a job exposed something interesting. The 3rd reason, according to Indeed, was feeling uninspired. The 4th reason? Wanting to feel more valued. That’s in a list of 16 reasons, by the way.

Okay, so what do we do?

Well, why not try to start your employees off on a fantastic start. Start with onboarding.

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Supply Chain Compensation is on the Rise!

This week saw one of the year’s most highly-anticipated releases in the Supply Chain industry: the Institute of Supply Management (ISM)’s annual salary and compensation survey.

As a recruitment company specializing in the industry, we consider it part of our mandate to spread the word about salaries in the field – and educate ourselves even further in the process.

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Our New, Flexible Workforce! Are You Reaping the Benefits?

The World Has Changed! Economic realities, the concern for our environment, and the digital transformation have reshaped our views of almost everything in life, including our work lives and the flexible workforce.

Since the early 90s, when IBM had its first “layoff,” companies have become more comfortable with matching expenses to revenues by deploying new employment models.

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What are the Advantages of a Senior Management Development Program?

Regardless of your experience level, continuous learning and skill development are crucial. As you progress in your career, you must enhance your efficiency when collaborating with colleagues, deepen your expertise in your industry, stay updated on emerging technologies, and eventually take on managerial responsibilities.

While many of these skills naturally develop throughout your career, the ability to manage others can be particularly challenging to acquire. This is because evaluating your effectiveness as a manager can be difficult if you never have the opportunity to oversee a team.

As a result, many individuals who aspire to become managers or have recently been appointed managers often contemplate the potential benefits of enrolling in a senior management program for their career advancement.

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Why You Should Consider More Study After Earning a Degree!

You’ve worked hard, perhaps for many years (and usually at least three) in earning your degree. You’re proud of yourself and you are glad that you put in the effort because now you can move forward with your life with all kinds of options open to you. 

One of those options – one that you might not initially even realize is there, let alone take any time to contemplate it – is to continue learning. You don’t have to go straight into the world of work after gaining your Bachelors degree. You don’t have to start your own business or do any of the other ‘expected’ things.

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Reasons You Should Do Coding Boot Camp!

Coding boot camps offer a training curriculum that is immersive and high-intensity for anyone who wants to create a career out of programming, whether they are recent grads, early professionals, or anyone else.

Bootcamps, in contrast to regular university programs, have a more open admissions policy, which means that anyone already enrolled in college or working in an early professional role can apply.

However, in order to get the most out of your coding boot camp experience, you need to have a solid foundational understanding of the fundamentals.

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8 High Paying Career Options if You’ve Earned a BSc Degree!

Are you a recent graduate with a BSc degree and wondering which career path to take? Look no further because the job market is brimming with exciting opportunities waiting for you to seize them.

In today’s fast-paced economy, many companies seek individuals with scientific expertise to drive innovation and growth. With a BSc degree, you have the power to shape your future and design a career that is not only lucrative but also rewarding and fulfilling. 

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10 Effective Employee Training Techniques!

Employee training is an essential part of any successful business. Investing in workers’ training can help increase morale and productivity while also reducing turnover and other costs associated with hiring new staff. 

Training can be conducted both on-site or off-site, depending on the specific needs of a business. However, it is important to ensure that the training techniques used are effective and tailored to the needs of workers.

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Quantum Leap to the Top 10 Supply Chain Skills of the Future!

There are many exciting quantum leap advances in Technology these days!

The proliferation of the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning and Robotics, Industry 4.0, Big Data and Analytics, and Digitalization are all phrases that are emblematic of revolutionary changes both today and in the future.

It is important to know that these changes are not just impacting Manufacturing, Engineering and I/T.  These technological advances will impact every aspect of our personal and working lives.  And one area that will be driving these quantum leap changes is Supply Chain!

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