Our Blog
Benchmark’s blog section contains expert advice, and market information to both businesses and candidates.
Embracing the Winter Months
As this piece is being written, we are nearing the end of Autumn and will soon embark on a new season – winter. Winter has a reputation for ranking the lowest for many people when it comes to season preferences, especially for those who suffer from Seasonal Affect...
The Importance of Downtime
When embarking on a career many of us thrive on being successful, climbing the ladder, breaking through the glass ceiling and, ultimately being well paid for our efforts. Whilst it is great to have a rewarding job and to be stimulated by the 9-5, it’s very easy for...
Benchmark’s Managing Director runs Sheffield 10k
Benchmark’s Managing Director, Becca has raised just shy of £900 for charity partner SCCCC by running the Sheffield 10k. Becca had wanted to run the Sheffield 10k for SCCCC last year, but unfortunately due to injury was not able to. Becca was determined more than...
5 reasons to Collaborate with a Recruitment Agency to build a perfect team
5 reasons to Collaborate with a Recruitment Agency to build a perfect team If you are looking to build a brilliant team, collaborating with a recruitment agency to support your recruitment campaign could be of real benefit, and help you build your perfect team. In...
Natalie Salvato has joined Benchmark!
I am beyond delighted to announce that Natalie Salvato has joined Benchmark! It is such a pleasure to welcome Nat to Benchmark – we have known each other for a couple of years now, and we share the same passion, drive, and ethics for recruitment. There is no doubt in...
5 Ideas for Keeping Your New Recruits Engaged
5 Ideas for Keeping Your New Recruits Engaged Benchmark are huge advocates of employee retention and work closely with clients to advise on the induction of new recruits. It is priority for Benchmark to ensure longevity in the workplace for the candidates they...
5 Truths Behind Counter Offers
5 Truths Behind Counter Offers When a Counter Offer comes it can be easy for candidates to be dazzled by a hike in salary, and commitment from their current employer. From Benchmark’s experience, this new enthusiasm is short-lived, and the candidate will soon be back...
The Signs That It’s Time to Change Jobs
The Signs That It's Time to Change Jobs Benchmark understands that for some of us, career progression and development is very simple and straightforward. Some of us determine whilst in secondary school or college an end goal that we must attain. If you are...
How to Sack Someone Gracefully
How to Sack Someone Gracefully Benchmark strongly believes that you can dismiss somebody gracefully. Telling an employee that they are dismissed can be very daunting. There is huge potential for an angry outburst, awkward tearful bargaining, or furious...
Our Blog
Benchmark’s blog section contains expert advice, and market information to both businesses and candidates.
Embracing the Winter Months
As this piece is being written, we are nearing the end of Autumn and will soon embark on a new season – winter. Winter has a reputation for ranking the lowest for many people when it comes to season preferences, especially for those who suffer from Seasonal Affect...
The Importance of Downtime
When embarking on a career many of us thrive on being successful, climbing the ladder, breaking through the glass ceiling and, ultimately being well paid for our efforts. Whilst it is great to have a rewarding job and to be stimulated by the 9-5, it’s very easy for...
Benchmark’s Managing Director runs Sheffield 10k
Benchmark’s Managing Director, Becca has raised just shy of £900 for charity partner SCCCC by running the Sheffield 10k. Becca had wanted to run the Sheffield 10k for SCCCC last year, but unfortunately due to injury was not able to. Becca was determined more than...
5 reasons to Collaborate with a Recruitment Agency to build a perfect team
5 reasons to Collaborate with a Recruitment Agency to build a perfect team If you are looking to build a brilliant team, collaborating with a recruitment agency to support your recruitment campaign could be of real benefit, and help you build your perfect team. In...
Natalie Salvato has joined Benchmark!
I am beyond delighted to announce that Natalie Salvato has joined Benchmark! It is such a pleasure to welcome Nat to Benchmark – we have known each other for a couple of years now, and we share the same passion, drive, and ethics for recruitment. There is no doubt in...
5 Ideas for Keeping Your New Recruits Engaged
5 Ideas for Keeping Your New Recruits Engaged Benchmark are huge advocates of employee retention and work closely with clients to advise on the induction of new recruits. It is priority for Benchmark to ensure longevity in the workplace for the candidates they...
5 Truths Behind Counter Offers
5 Truths Behind Counter Offers When a Counter Offer comes it can be easy for candidates to be dazzled by a hike in salary, and commitment from their current employer. From Benchmark’s experience, this new enthusiasm is short-lived, and the candidate will soon be back...
The Signs That It’s Time to Change Jobs
The Signs That It's Time to Change Jobs Benchmark understands that for some of us, career progression and development is very simple and straightforward. Some of us determine whilst in secondary school or college an end goal that we must attain. If you are...
How to Sack Someone Gracefully
How to Sack Someone Gracefully Benchmark strongly believes that you can dismiss somebody gracefully. Telling an employee that they are dismissed can be very daunting. There is huge potential for an angry outburst, awkward tearful bargaining, or furious...