We’ve been keeping our eye on the leisure industry news (naturally) and thought we would share our pick with you.
1 – The Number of UK employees aged over 60 to increase
This is fairly obvious considering the increase in the state pension age, but is it a bad thing? This article explores why the workforce is ageing and what it means for employers and employees. Do you expect to be working when you’re past 60 or even 70? Read more at http://www.hrgrapevine.com/markets/hr/article/2014-02-12-number-of-uk-employees-aged-over-60-to-increase
2 – Pure Gym and the Gym Group agree to merge
Following a spate of gyms following the low-cost, no-frills model, two established gym companies start the process of merging. We’ll hear more on this story very soon no doubt. We wish them all the best. Read more at http://www.thegymgroup.com/blog/article/pure-gym-and-the-gym-group-agree-to-merge-6219/
3 – 10 Social Recruitment Articles Not To Be Missed
We are avid users of social media here at 4Leisure Recruitment and use it to find recruits as well as advertise our services to companies looking to recruit. This great signposting article has been bookmarked! Everything is covered here from using LinkedIn to find candidates, to the pros and cons of using social media for recruitment. Great food for thought for anyone using social media to recruit or to be recruited. Read more at http://recruitmentbuzz.co.uk/10-social-recruitment-articles-not-to-be-missed/
4 – Crossfit: Extreme, Controversial, and Addictive
Crossfit has grown in popularity over the last decade but is steeped in controversy. The Guardian looks into why, and investigates how crossfit has developed. Read more at http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/jul/14/crossfit-extreme-controversial-addictive
And finally……
5 – Does a dress code suit your staff?
An article that promoted debate in the 4Leisure Recruitment office! What are the benefits of having a dress code for employees and employers? Read more at http://www.hrgrapevine.com/markets/hr/article/2014-02-12-does-a-dress-code-suit-your-staff
If you’ve got any leisure recruitment stories you’d like to share with us, then please get in touch!