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6 Real-Life Budgeting Tips to Save More Money

Success

Some of the highest-quality clothes and shoes in my closet have cost less than a latté. But I’m shocked when I see the cost of certain treatments and hair cuts. Many hairstylists in training look for hair models to practice on. To put it simply, you can get your hair done professionally for the cost of a tip.

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Some Companies Are Asking Employees to Pay for Training to Increase Buy-in. But Does It Work?

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You make it through hurdle after hurdle, from multiple interviews to onboarding, and you are ready to start training. And then, you are asked to sign a Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) agreement. And as sketchy as the name sounds, you do it because, well, you need a job!

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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

Workplace Insight

Yesterday’s Spring Budget included a number of announcements that affect the various people, place and technology professions in the UK. The Autumn Budget in November 2023 teased us with the “Back to Work” plan to support sick or disabled adults back into work along with a launch of the occupational health consultation.

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Why Company Retreats are Worth Every Penny

Allwork

While the upfront costs of organizing a retreat may seem daunting, the long-term benefits — increased creativity, enhanced team dynamics, improved morale, and higher retention rates — often far outweigh the initial investment. Learning Opportunities: Retreats often include training sessions or professional development opportunities.

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Should Your Company Be Labor Hoarding? HR Leaders Share Why They Believe The Answer Is Yes

Allwork

Companies are more concerned with mitigating costs than they are hiring new team members. . Amidst the consequences of the pandemic, companies are more concerned with mitigating costs than they are hiring new team members. . Allwork.Space spoke to three HR leaders to gauge their opinion on the practice of labor hoarding. .

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Hybrid Work Expert Shares 3 Proven Ways To Boost Productivity

Allwork

A hybrid model will cut costs on real estate and in-office services and products when staff come in less frequently. While it feels nice to see each other more often to catch up, consider the following. However, if employees come in only once a week, they can reduce about 60-70% of expenses, which is a much greater deal.

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How to Volunteer Abroad (and Great Organizations to Explore)

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Before volunteering abroad, you may be trained on how to do a task. What’s your budget? Even though you’re volunteering, it’s not free—there are flight costs, lodging and fees associated with the program. More on the cost in a moment.) Plus, there are operational costs for the program that you’re covering with the fee.

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