As you may know, Hannah and Lauren – Iconic Resourcing’s co-founders and directors – recently ran a half marathon to raise money for Alzheimer’s Scotland, a charity close to their hearts. So, we’ve been thinking about what it means to partner with and raise money for charities, and what benefits – beyond the immediate and […]
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It’s becoming increasingly common for firms, especially SMEs to outsource a portion of their financial and accounting procedures, from basic auditing and tax assessments, to financial planning and strategy. Even larger accountancy firms are getting in on the act and making use of outsourcing in order to scale for large projects or mitigate against the
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Mark Cuban, the billionaire tech entrepreneur, said in 2018 that, “a liberal arts degree in philosophy will be worth more than a traditional programming degree.” That might sound surprising to some people. It’s true of more than just the programming sector too. As the workplace becomes increasingly automated, the requirement that employees excel when it
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Hi everyone! We just wanted to take a minute and update you all on what has been a crazy first six months for Iconic Resourcing. A Change of Scene Firstly, we’re really excited to have moved into our brand new office on West Regent street. The address is the same, but we’ve moved upstairs to
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The accounting sector has a problem with numbers. Specifically, it’s becoming harder and harder for firms to attract top talent. Why? There just aren’t enough talented bodies to go around. In what’s come to be known as the ‘war for talent’, top firms are finding it increasingly difficult to secure and retain highly qualified finance
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This week, we’ve been thinking a lot about technological innovation in HR and recruitment. One of the ways that technology is reshaping the recruitment process is the rise of video interviewing. At Iconic Resourcing, we keep up with the kind of innovations that improve the recruitment process for both our clients and our candidates. That’s
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Wearable tech is a buzzword in certain circles at the moment. The proliferation in recent years of fitness trackers and smartwatches, especially in the workplace, has put wearable tech firmly on the business agenda. Today we’re asking whether using new technology to monitor is ultimately a good idea for business leaders. It’s important to remember
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You don’t have to look far to find blogs, articles and editorials telling you that modern, and especially millennial employees no longer prioritise salary, job title or simple progression when making career decisions. Instead, employees cite factors such as flexibility, work-life balance, a health and well-being culture, and a sense of purpose as vital components
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Automation and innovation are buzzwords in most industries. Human Resources is no different. With the advent of technologies that are revolutionising HR and how it relates within the corporate structure, we took an in-depth look at what that means for business and how HR managers can avoid employee disengagement by increasing personalisation. A report released
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We are absolutely delighted to announce that Iconic Resourcing has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2019 Scottish Women’s Awards. The awards, which are in their third year, celebrate female entrepreneurs, professionals, businesses, civil servants and sports stars. Finalists are judged by their successes and their contributions to wider society. We are thrilled to
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