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Lesley Alexander, managing director of Smarts communications agency Read

In brief...: Middle age wage woes

People approaching middle age will be unhappy to find out that wage increases plateau once an earner hits 40, according to research. Read

In brief...: IT pay higher than inflation

Workers employed in the IT sector have seen their basic pay rise faster than at any time in the past three years, new figures have shown. Read

Practical pointers to survive credit crunch

Guide for businesses on turning current tough trading conditions into an advantage Read

My working life..

Billy Stenhouse, co-founder of snack food chain Baguette Express Read

In brief...: Global skills 'will be vital'

A new report has highlighted fears that hostility towards immigration could hamper firms which need to attract highly skilled migrant workers. Read

In brief...: Firms widen testing focus

Psychometric testing is used by 50 per cent of UK companies during recruitment, research shows. Read

Tailor your intranet to keep staff connected

Web tools can engage teams and deliver cultural change Read

My working week..

Janice Belshaw, sales and development manager, CCG Homes Read

Managing office stress

Managers have been given some "badly needed" guidance on how to tackle stress among their workers and help develop healthy and productive offices and factories. Read

'Dream team' workers goal

Office workers often regard themselves as part of a football team, believing they have the communication qualities of a good goalkeeper or the skill of a classy defender, according to a new report. Read

Review key suppliers to function efficiently

Services could be brought in house to avoid potential risks Read

My working week..

Glen Gilson, partner, HBJ Gateley Wareing Read

In brief...: IT pay hit by jobs switch

The outsourcing of computer contracts to other countries has cut the wages of workers in the UK, according to a new report. Read

In brief...: Web breaks boost staff

Banning workers from using the internet for personal use could actually be hitting productivity because staff need a break to help reduce stress, according to a new report. Read

Suits you attitude outdated in offices

Relaxed dress code new fashion Read

My working life..

Gillian Brown, founder of New-U Coaching Read

In brief...: Scientists in strike threat

Public sector scientists, engineers, managers and other professionals will vote on strike action against below inflation pay offers of less than 2per cent. Read

In brief...: Details held by firms fear

More than two thirds of people are concerned about the amount of personal information held about them by companies, according to research by Ofcom. Read

Why a sporting nation can be a successful nation

Tips from Smith and Strachan could hold key to improving staff Read

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Business Events and Awards

A series of events throughout the business calendar including the Elite Awards, the PLC Awards, Deals & Dealmakers plus the newest event, the Enterprise 250 Awards. Read