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Neurodiversity Celebration Week: The benefits of a formal diagnosis for employees

Statistics suggest that around 1 in 100 people in the UK are autistic and circa 3-4 people in 100 have ADHD, however, it is important to note that many of these estimates are based on those who have been diagnosed. So, in reality, they are likely to be higher.

AI in the workplace contributes to lower quality of life

New technological innovations are being introduced to our lives all the time, but it turns out, these may not be as good for workers as traditional technologies.

Workspace of the issue: Platf9rm

Brighton and Hove is a city of vibrant art, an exciting nightlife scene, and an eccentric personality. The city is also the second- highest ranking startup city in the UK, just behind the capital.

Startup hotspot: Malta’s Market

The Maltese Archipelago is made up of a number of beautiful islands, Malta, the largest mainland, Gozo, and Comino. These three are the only ones inhabited, but there are smaller islands that make up the entirety of Malta.

Debt Awareness Week: Top tips for helping employees manage finances

It’s Debt Awareness Week (18 – 24 March). While debt is often portrayed in a negative light and seeking help can be daunting, it is essential to understand that debt can be a valuable financial tool if handled with care.

Neurodiversity is not a superpower

Neurodiversity is not a superpower. Although well-meaning, the tendency to romanticise neurodiversity as a collection of extraordinary abilities overlooks the very real struggles neurodiverse people face in their personal and professional lives.

Tapping into Scottish talent

Scotland has a hidden secret… and it’s about time we started sharing it. Our nation is already well-known for its concentration of world-class universities – higher per head of population than any other country – but what we don’t shout about enough is the stream of innovative students, graduates, and staff at those universities who are turning their ideas into global businesses.

Banking the Gig-Economy – An Opportunity not a Headache

At the beginning of 2024, 43% of British workers were supplementing their main income with additional jobs, a fallout of the Cost-of-Living crisis. Whether that be freelancing, selling handmade crafts on Etsy or spending evenings cycling as a Deliveroo rider, the economic backdrop is contributing to the growth of this way of working.

Why Human Risk Management is Key to Data Protection

Personal data is constantly being processed and transferred in numerous ways – whether in healthcare applications, store loyalty programmes, during purchases or while browsing online. With such a vast amount of personal data in circulation, the likelihood of errors occurring is heightened.

What Does Good Customer Service Look Like In 2024?

Facing challenges navigating the ever-evolving landscape of customer service? You aren’t alone. In this digital world, outstanding customer service has become more than necessary – it’s now the ultimate brand differentiator.

The Synergy of AI and Human Intelligence: Transforming Sales in the Digital Age

In the dynamic landscape of sales, where customer expectations are ever-evolving, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a game-changer, revolutionising the way businesses approach sales processes.

FinTech tools for UK startups

Financial management for startups is of paramount importance. The instruments utilised in financial planning empower startups to preserve their financial wellbeing and strive for sustainable growth.

How my 25-year journey battling dyslexia, ADHD, and autoimmune disease inspired wellbeing business, KAYLO

I don’t really like talking about myself, because Kaylo is about the community, not one person. But I do know that everyone has a story, and sharing our stories and hearing the stories of others is an important part of the healing journey.

Imposter syndrome: the secret fears of high achievers

If you’re part of the estimated global 70% who experience imposter syndrome at some point in life, the persistent feeling that you’re not as good in your career as other people think you are has nothing to do with skill level or competence, but the impossibly high standards you’ve set for yourself.

How AI Startups Can Get Enough Data and Avoid Hallucinations

All AI models are based on data – the core of their work. Without it, even the most robust algorithm is useless because it cannot learn. And for AI startups, this can be a real problem.

One in 10 people put off starting a business by tax and accounting

Despite small businesses single handedly generating a quarter of the UK’s GDP, over a quarter (26%) of small business owners have next to no accounting knowledge. In fact, accounting is the reason many budding entrepreneurs don’t get a business off the ground with one in 10 people put off starting a business by tax and accounting.

How Can AI Support CEOs in 2024?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has come into its own in the last few years. No longer abstract, it is accessible and affordable for almost all sectors and sizes of business, bringing the potential for tangible benefits when correctly applied. That’s why 15% of UK businesses, and 68% of large companies, already use at least one AI technology, and many more are planning to invest in AI tools.

There Was No ‘New Normal’

Four years ago this month, we were all given our first ‘work from home’ mandate. A clear, unambiguous instruction from the UK government that, in the grip of a quickly spreading global pandemic, we should all work from home where possible.

Shaping tomorrow’s shopping experience: e-commerce trends for 2024

For e-commerce business owners, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just an option – it’s a must. With the landscape constantly shifting due to economic ups and downs, tech advancements, and changing consumer habits, being adaptable is key.

How to bulletproof your HealthTech startup from changing NHS priorities and stretched resources

The NHS, and healthcare systems globally, have had to scrutinise how their increasingly scarce resources are being used. At a national level, the NHS is being asked to reduce spending in real terms to bring it closer to pre-pandemic levels, while simultaneously being asked to prioritise tackling the post-pandemic backlog. The system is consistently being expected to strive towards doing more, with less.