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Pride Month: How to implement Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace

“Diversity is about representation. Inclusion is about how well the contributions, presence and perspectives of different groups are valued and integrated into an environment.” How does your place of work stand up for diversity and inclusion?  As June is Pride Month, a month that celebrates diversity, equality and inclusion – what better time to review
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Why is it so difficult to secure talent in the FMCG industry at the moment?

Would you describe your current available roles as ‘hard to fill’? Are you having conversations around the ‘talent shortage’ in FMCG? Firstly you are not alone. Being at the forefront of the UK FMCG talent market, we are consistently engaging with Senior HR professionals and business leaders who are experiencing or highlighting the same challenges.
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Mental Health Awareness Week: Why Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training is Important in the Workplace

1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem each year. But do your employees know how to reach out for support? Mental Health First Aid training should be compulsory in every workplace environment. Creating a positive culture of support, empathy, and treating others with compassion – as well as growing awareness. Why
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What’s the latest with the HFSS Advertising ban in the UK?

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“It’s set to be the most radical crackdown on HFSS food and drink marketing and promotion in the world, promising to tackle the chronic obesity crisis gripping the UK.” – The Grocer  The ban on junk food advertising seemed to be at the forefront of FMCG news last year… but is anything actually happening soon?
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5 Reasons Brand Managers Choose to partner with The Advocate Group

Are you a Brand Management Professional looking for a new challenge? Here’s 5 reasons to partner with us… 1. Exciting Brand Partnerships for Brand Managers… Brand Managers! Join us and gain access to our amazing and ever-growing client portfolio – from SME/ Challenger brands, to Household names. You may have heard of some of our
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5 Reasons Why Supply Chain Professionals Partner With The Advocate Group

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Are you a Supply Chain Professional looking for a new challenge? Here’s 5 reasons to partner with us… 1. Exciting Brand Partnerships for Supply Chain Professionals… Supply Chain Professionals! Join us and gain access to our amazing and ever-growing client portfolio – from SME/ Challenger brands, to Household names. You may have heard of some
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New Office Launch Party: Tips To Make Your Office A Success

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Writing a press release for a new office launch, building excitement on socials, teasing sneak peeks of the office internally and externally… it’s all important, but you need to make sure you add to your office move checklist: Plan an amazing office launch party! We’ve got some tips for moving into a new office… New
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5 Reasons Why Category Management Professionals Partner With The Advocate Group

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Are you a Category Management Professional looking for a new challenge? Here’s 5 reasons to partner with us… 1. Exciting Brand Partnerships Join us and gain access to our amazing and ever-growing client portfolio – from SME/ Challenger brands, to H ousehold names. You may have heard of some of our clients: McCain, Princes, Monster,
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A “Perfect Storm”: The CO2 Shortage Impact on Food Drink Supply Chain

The Co2 Shortage Impact on FMCG Supply Chain: Is there still a CO2 Shortage? Another “crisis” for the food & drink industry. The Carbon dioxide (CO2) shortage is still having a ripple effect across the FMCG sector – putting more pressure on the already stretched Supply Chain services!  Why is there a CO2 shortage? Following
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A New Prohibition Era For The FMCG Industry: The HFSS Advertising Ban

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These are changing times for the FMCG industry. With the news of the HFSS Junk Food Advertising Ban all over the web at the moment – it’s clear that the impact of this marketing restriction will be huge!  This will be one of the toughest marketing restrictions in the world! With an incredible £600m currently
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2021: The Boom of Flexitarianism

Is this the year of flexitarianism? Flexible diets, vegetarianism, veganism, pescatarianism… more and more of the UK are going out of their comfort zones, experimenting with meat-alternative and plant-based foods. Flexitarianism is no doubt one of the hot topics of 2021! According to new research, a quarter of British consumers are now choosing to follow
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“No. 1 is an Ethos”: Get a look at our new Spinningfields HQ!

Creating a happier workplace Overlooking The Ivy, in one the most prestigious office buildings in Manchester, our new No. 1 Spinningfields space is the place to be. On arrival, it’s hard to ignore the quote: “No. 1 is an Ethos”, and on entering the building you can see why.  Being in the vibrant city of
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Graduates, has the pandemic put you off doing a masters?

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If you are a driven, ambitious, resilient individual, and don’t want to join the 12.4% of graduates choosing higher education because you’re keen to kick start your career – we don’t blame you! Three whole years of studying takes a toll on you. Why not wave education goodbye and drive off into the sunset, out
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5 reasons why graduates are choosing a career in recruitment

Degree complete, you’re commercially savvy, money motivated & career-driven but unsure what to do next? Many graduates are choosing to join the £42 Billion pound UK recruitment industry! Could this be your future career? Recruitment offers… 1. Graduate schemes & Structured Training plans. 2. Big Earning potential. 3. Career Ownership – Dictate your own progression
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7 Worst Social Media Mistakes to Avoid Amidst COVID-19

When it first came into popular use, Social Media was a place where friends could share photos, air frustrations, tell jokes, celebrate milestones and make plans. It was largely assumed that anything posted on your profile was private – safe in a space populated only by your friends, family and those close to you. As
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Operating during the COVID-19 Pandemic

With the current COVID-19 pandemic situation still ongoing, we wanted to assure you that we are still operating as normal for the benefit and support of our candidate and client base. Your safety, smooth business operation and job security are our top priority and we are here to help in any way that we can.
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Top Talent Attraction Tactics of 2018

Regardless of the current recruitment climate, top talent is always in peak demand. Every forward-thinking business strives to employ gifted individuals, but with so many successful companies vying for top candidates, it can be challenging to position your business as a standout employer and close that all-important key hire. Reputation plays a huge role in
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Delivering a Competitive Benefits Package

Did you know that just 1 in 7 employees are aware of their internal benefits package? Stats from OnRec have sparked discussion into the importance you place on benefits and how you communicate these to both current & new talent. When it comes to initially attracting individuals, a high level of emphasis is often placed on
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Transitioning into your Ideal Role

The beauty of the industries we recruit within is the wide range of roles available. A change of career is very daunting, but here’s our advice on making that transition as smooth as possible. Reflect Ask yourself if money wasn’t an object, what would you be doing? Take notes of your interests and hobbies. Could you
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