After a lengthy holiday break, a lot of people returned to work and noticed that several colleagues were missing. Not just in comms, but in every office throughout the country - people suddenly disappeared, writes Clive Jefferys, Managing Director of telco recruiter JMA Network.
It wasn't alien abduction, but the beginning of the busiest period in the recruitment year! Several colleagues may have announced their resignation at the Christmas party, officially or on the sly. Others announced their intention in the last few days. But either way, this prompted three questions from you - why, where and how much?
There are many factors at play here. The most common include new pay plans, opportunities for promotion or just that simple realisation that it won't get better all on its own.
The winds of change blow hard through the winter months.
For hirers this means cuddling your best performers while looking outside for new hires. People are on the move right now. So whether you manage your recruitment needs directly or use agencies, this is the time to push your way to the front of the queue.