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  • Essential Tips for Navigating the Modern Job Hunt in 2024

    Posted on Friday, February 23, 2024 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    Embarking on a job hunt nowadays feels like setting sail into uncharted waters. In the job market that's constantly shifting, where technology rules and work trends shift constantly, mastering the art of job hunting is essential. Whether you're fresh out of school or a seasoned pro looking for a change, having the right skills and strategies is key to success. So, grab your compass, and let's ...

  • Celebrating Burns Night 2024 in Edinburgh: A Night of Culture, Cuisine, and Revelry

    Posted on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    As January 25th approaches, the vibrant city of Edinburgh gears up for a night of cultural celebration, honouring the life and works of Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns. Burns Night, celebrated annually, is a time for revelry, traditional Scottish cuisine, and artistic expressions. In this blog, we'll guide you through some of the exciting events happening in Edinburgh on Burns Night 2024, ...

  • Optimizing Your Interview Experience: Preparations and Execution Tips

    Posted on Friday, January 12, 2024 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    Tips for Before the Interview: Review Your Resume: Prior to entering the interview room, invest time in carefully examining your resume. Your CV serves as the main document for employers to assess your qualifications. Proactively identify both strengths and areas for improvement , as the latter demands a swift and proficient response to showcase your capabilities. Conduct a Mock Interview ...

  • Navigating the Future Talent Landscape: 11 Key Recruitment Trends

    Posted on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    Over the past few years, the job market has undergone seismic shifts, catalysed by the pandemic and evolving employee expectations. To remain competitive and attract top talent, it's crucial for recruiters to stay ahead of the curve. Here are 11 pivotal trends in recruitment: Elevating the Candidate Experience: Crafting an exceptional candidate experience is imperative in today's competitive ...

  • Supercharge Employee Wellbeing: 5 Ways Leaders Can Elevate It Through Recognition

    Posted on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    Employee wellbeing is critical in today's ever-changing work landscape, whether your employees are in the office, working from home, or on the shop floor. It is essential to ensure a little thing called "psychological safety," which allows your employees to be themselves without the constant fear of judgment. Employee happiness is not just a warm and fuzzy concept – it's a business booster that's ...

  • Acorn Award Winner 2023 - Hayleigh Mullen

    Posted on Monday, July 10, 2023 by Sara MorenoNo comments

    Welcome back to our 'Spotlight' series where we shine the light on some of the Industry’s Most Talented Stars aged under 30 announced at the Acorn Awards 2023 Today, our guest is Hayleigh Mullen, Restaurant Manager at the Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel Can you introduce yourself? My name is Hayleigh Mullen I am the Restaurant Manager at iasg restaurant within Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel. ...

  • Spotlight Series - Industry Rising Stars - Kieran Wight

    Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2023 by Ivan MackenzieNo comments

    Welcome back to our 'Spotlight' series where we shine the light on some of the ‘Rising Stars’ within our industry revealed at Scothot2023 , which recognised the country’s most talented up-and-comers….. Today, our guest is Kieran Wight from Elior (BT Murrayfield)! ( Learn more about Elior here ) What musical instrument does Kieran play?...................Keep on reading to find out what it is. 😊 ...

  • Spotlight Series - Industry Rising Stars - Stefanie Anderson

    Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 by Ivan MackenzieNo comments

    Welcome back to our 'Spotlight' series where we shine the light on some of the ‘Rising Stars’ within our industry revealed at Scothot2023 , which recognised the country’s most talented up-and-comers….. Today, our guest is Stefanie Anderson from the Gleneagles Townhouse! ( Learn more about Gleneagles Townhouse here ) What world leader is Stefanie related to?...................Keep on reading to ...

  • Spotlight Series - Industry Rising Stars - Chris Geary

    Posted on Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Ivan MackenzieNo comments

    Welcome back to our 'Spotlight' series where we shine the light on some of the ‘Rising Stars’ within our industry revealed at Scothot2023 , which recognised the country’s most talented up-and-comers….. Today, our guest is Chris Geary from Raw Culture! ( Learn more about Raw Culture here ) What is Chris’s Secret Superpower?...................Keep on reading to find out what it is. 😊 Can you ...

  • Virgin Hotels Edinburgh >>>> Marketing Executive, Jack Baird and Hostess Abi - our Life of the Party!

    Posted on Monday, November 14, 2022 by Ivan MackenzieNo comments

    Welcome back to our 'Spotlight' series where we shine the light on the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism industries and their inspiring figures! Today, our guests are Virgin Hotels Edinburgh >>> Marketing Executive, Jack Baird and Hostess Abi - our Life of the Party. If you thought that hotel work is limited to Front of House, Housekeeping and Chef roles, you thought wrong! Jack and Abi are here ...