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You Can't Learn to Ski Without Falling Yesterday, I took my daughter to her first ever skiing lesson. Like many people she fell over several times as you can see, but one of the first things you learn on the slopes is that falling isn’t just expected—it’s essential. Each tumble is a lesson, (so she learnt lots), each misstep a chance to improve. And while skiing may not be everyone's chosen battleground, the principle applies universally: if you don’t succeed at first, keep pushing forward. In sales and business, just like on the mountain, progress comes from persistence. It’s easy to feel defeated after a rough pitch, an unexpected rejection, or a missed target. But every “fall” we take can teach us how to find our footing again. It sharpens our instincts and builds resilience that no book or training could ever instill. The discomfort of failure is often where the best growth lies. So, embrace the falls. Learn from them, adjust, and get back up. Remember that even the most skilled skiers began as beginners, learning one wobbly run at a time. Progress may be tough, but that’s how you get to the top. And in the end, it’s the journey up the mountain that makes the view worth it. #NeverGiveUp #KeepLearning #SalesSuccess #GrowthMindset

Do you need to be in an office five days a week to get promoted? I read this in the paper at the weekend. Over the last year I have noticed a shift in attitude, with companies I recruit for wanting people to spend more time in the office, not five days a week as the article suggests but at least two or three. I personally go to the office a couple of days a week, and I don’t think I could cope without that interaction with the team. Fully remote would be a nightmare for me. However do I think that you need to be in the office five days a week to get promoted. No, I don’t Do I think that some time in the office would benefit your career? Definitely Yes!

This is just a reminder that a 50-year-old still has 17 years left before retirement. They still need to work. They have families relying on them. Yet sometimes, opportunities aren't given to them because they're "too old." But they're not. If 'life begins at 40', then why would it end at 50? I'm in my 50s, I still work out, I coach rugby and build Lego. My life is just beginning. There are 50+ year olds looking for work who can bring lots of experience and value to the table, and as recruiters, we shouldn't write them off. Many of our candidates that we place at Coburg Banks are 40/50+, and they go on to do extremely well. Because, there's more to a candidate than their age.

🌞✨ Summer holidays are in full swing, but if you're hiring, don't forget your Ps and Qs! ✨🌞 Even when you're dreaming of sunning yourself in Spain 🏖️, it's crucial to stay consistent in your interview process. 🎯 Here are some golden tips: 1️⃣ Plan Ahead: Make sure your interview schedule is clear and stick to it. Candidates should feel valued, not left wondering when they'll hear from you! 🕒 2️⃣ Provide Feedback: After interviews, don't keep candidates hanging. Share constructive feedback promptly—it's the least they deserve! 📝 3️⃣ Communicate Clearly: Keep candidates in the loop at every stage. A quick email or call can make all the difference in ensuring a positive experience. 📧🤝 Remember, planning is key 🔑, or just let me handle it all for you 😉😉 #HiringTips #InterviewProcess #SummerVibes #LetsTalk

So, yesterday morning, I had a top-notch candidate land on my desk, which means one thing: get that candidate to market! 🌟 Some of you might have received my email highlighting her key skills—most likely into junk or deleted without reading (I know, inboxes are wild these days! 📬🗑️). So, off I went hitting the phones. Called a domiciliary branch and met the ultimate gatekeeper. Instead of making me want to tear my hair out, she actually cheered up my day and made me giggle! 😂 Before I could even introduce my candidate, she told me they had just posted a job a few hours earlier. The response was so overwhelming that they shortlisted, interviewed, and offered the job within THREE HOURS. I mean, I’ve turned roles around in 24 hours, but this? That’s got to be a record! 🏅 In hindsight, maybe I should have called her back in the afternoon and asked, "Has the candidate dropped out yet?" 😜 Brightened up my dull Tuesday! 🌞 Anyway, if you need a domiciliary Registered Manager with experience growing branches, a Good CQC rating, based in West Sussex, drop me a message! 📩 #RecruitmentLife #SpeedyHires #GatekeeperGoals #Domiciliary #RegisteredManager