Author: Sam Allcock

Employees in the East Midlands are more optimistic about their job prospects compared to the national average, but they hold lower expectations for pay rises. This is according to the most recent Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI), an economic confidence tracker produced in collaboration with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr). The data revealed that 61% of employees in the region are confident about their job prospects this year, which is slightly above the national average of 60%. While optimism about career options in the next five years drops to 50%, this figure still surpasses the national…

BRISTOL, UK – 5 August 2024 – Signable, a prominent electronic signature provider based in Bristol, has announced a significant partnership with Slack, the AI-powered work operating system. This collaboration marks Signable as the first UK company to join Slack’s SME co-marketing campaign, highlighting their mutual commitment to leveraging technology for enhanced productivity and collaboration. Slack, a Salesforce company, is integral to the daily workflow of millions worldwide. The platform centralises conversations and collaborations, simplifies the automation of business processes, and integrates generative AI to support employees in their tasks. With a reach spanning over 150 countries, Slack unites people,…

LOMITA, CA – 5 August 2024 – Innovative boba brand Krak Boba has further solidified its presence in the Southern California market with the opening of its 16th location. The new store in Lomita was inaugurated on 20 July with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by the Lomita mayor, the president of the chamber of commerce, the chairwoman of the board of directors, and city council members. The latest Krak Boba outlet is spearheaded by franchisees Vi Truong and An Nguyen, who are keen to integrate the brand into the diverse Lomita community. Nguyen commented, “Lomita is a diverse community where…

BRIDGEND, UK. 6th August 2024 – Mazuma leading provider of accountancy services for micro-businesses in the UK, has announced the appointment of Gary Turner, former UK CEO and Co-Founder of software giant Xero, to its Board of Directors. This appointment follows a significant financial boost for Mazuma. In January 2024, the company secured a multi-million-pound investment from Innovation Investment Capital Limited Partnership (IIC). This funding is set to drive Mazuma’s growth and innovation plans, positioning the company to further disrupt the traditional micro-business accountancy sector. Coinciding with this investment, Co-Founder Lucy Cohen was appointed as CEO. Mazuma, founded in 2006 by…

North East employees exhibit above average job confidence and demand higher pay Employees in the North East are more optimistic about their job prospects than the national average and, as a result, are expecting more significant pay increases compared to other regions. This is according to the latest Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI), an economic confidence tracker produced in collaboration with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr). The data reveals that 68% of workers in the region are confident in their job prospects this year, surpassing the national average of 60% and exceeding London’s 63%. Although this…

Wish to infuse your home with vibrant colours and joy? Uncover the mood-enhancing properties of dopamine décor and how its vivid style impacts our well-being. Amanda Bailey-Rook, Senior Stylist and Creative Coordinator at Furniture And Choice, comments: “Dopamine décor gets its name from the brain’s happy hormone that generates feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. This trend is all about making you happy, surrounding yourself with vivid colours and patterns, and injecting personality and fun into your home. The trend, which gained traction on TikTok, is now associated with using your surroundings to enhance your mental health. Particularly after the challenges…

Creatives severely impacted by the pandemic have discovered profitable new ways to sell their work online Artists are leveraging social media to attract fans, then monetising their content through subscription platforms like Patreon This model provides a more stable income but is prone to misuse and forces artists to act as their own agents and promoters Musicians are forging more financially stable careers through subscription platforms such as Patreon, as revealed by a recent study, providing hope in the face of streaming challenges and copyright infringement. The pandemic-induced shift to digital art sales, necessitated by the inability to perform live,…

New research by hospitality technology company Journey has revealed emerging trends in the spa industry, highlighting changes in booking patterns and identifying the best days for value and busiest times for spa visits. This data offers crucial insights for hotel spas to enhance their revenue strategies and for consumers to get the best deals on their wellness treatments. Trends in Spa Bookings The study, conducted on data from over 73,000 bookings at nearly 120 luxury spa hotels across the UK and Ireland, shows that consumers are booking their spa treatments closer to the desired date than in previous years. In…

A new study by outdoor experts The Hunting Terrain has revealed Milton Keynes as the UK local authority with the greenest space per resident. This study assessed green space accessibility across 40 major local authorities, considering population density and the provision of green space per capita. Milton Keynes leads with an impressive 59.7 square metres of green space per person, highlighting its commitment to providing ample outdoor areas for recreation and relaxation. Leading the Green Space Revolution Milton Keynes, with a population of 285,032, boasts the highest provision of green space among UK local authorities, offering 59.7 square metres per…

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been named the biggest celebrity sporting couple, according to new research by SlotsUp.com. The study, which analysed 40 celebrity athlete pairs, evaluated their popularity based on average monthly search volume, social media following across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter, and mentions in online newspaper articles. The results were then converted into an index score out of 100. Swift and Kelce emerged as the most popular couple with an impressive score of 99.39. The study highlighted their significant online presence, revealing that they are Googled 41.6 million times each month on average. This is a…