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<h4 style="font-weight: 600;"><span style="color: #01a6bc;">The cost of turnover can leave you dead in the water.</span></h4><p>​</p><p>Save real money on recruitment</p><p>Reduce your attrition rate to less than the 15% UK average</p><p>Get detailed stats in a matter of minutes</p><p>Significantly reduce employee turnover</p><p>Make informed business decisions around hiring and retention</p><p>Strategically target long term opportunities</p><p>Build a culture of employee loyalty</p><p>Identify savings to invest in your business&rsquo; future</p><p>Less churn = less stress</p><p>​</p><p>When Excel doesn&rsquo;t cut the mustard, and you don&rsquo;t have the time (or budget) for fancy software, we&rsquo;re here to help. Just 3 simple questions can demystify employee analytics. The best bit? It&rsquo;s data you&rsquo;re already collecting.</p><p>​The harsh reality is that employee turnover is a constant challenge for senior leaders. It&rsquo;s harder than ever to bag the best talent but getting them through the door is only half the battle. Retaining your team takes as much work as hiring them in the first place.</p><p>You not only need to get under the skin of *why* your people are seeking greener pastures. You need to understand&nbsp;<strong>how much that turnover is impacting your bottom line</strong>.</p><p>It&rsquo;s why we built this simple assessment, enabling you to easily calculate the cost of attrition in your company.Contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:richard@weareadam.com" title="richard@weareadam.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">richard@weareadam.com</a>&nbsp;for more information.</p>

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<h3><span style="color: #de1583;">YouTube Series: The Future of Work</span></h3><p align="left">Back in June 2020, we released our first Future of Work report. When the pandemic arrived on our doorstep many businesses had to find a new way to work ... and fast. We are now over 6 months into our new world and it is becoming abundantly clear that we will never return to the way things were before.</p><p align="left">Join us as we collaborate with experts from across the UK (via Zoom of course), exploring the options available to us, both as individuals and as organisations. We'll be discussing everything from the financial, environmental and mental wellbeing impacts, to how a business threatened with closure could pivot in order to survive.</p><p align="left"><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Brought to you by We Are Adam and my2be.</span></p><p align="left"><br /><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>DOWNLOAD NOW :</strong></span><a href="/cm/blogs/adam-asks-podcasts/the-future-of-work-2020" target="_blank" data-od-marked="true" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #de1583;">The Future of Work Part I</span></a><span style="color: #000000;">|</span><a href="/cm/blogs/adam-asks-podcasts/the-future-of-work-2020-part-ii" target="_blank" data-od-marked="true" rel="noopener"><span style="color: #de1583;">The Future of Work Part II</span></a></p>

You’ve graduated from university and are looking for your first job in your chosen field. It’s an exciting time, but one that can leave you feeling deflated if it doesn’t go to plan.

<article class="clearfix"><img style="float: left; margin-right: 30px;" src="/static/imglib/insights/advice_grad.png" height="128" width="128" alt="" /><p><span style="color: #000000;">You&rsquo;ve graduated from university and are looking for your first job in your chosen field. It&rsquo;s an exciting time, but one that can leave you feeling deflated if it doesn&rsquo;t go to plan. </span>Only a small percentage of graduates manage to secure an industry job in their first year. That&rsquo;s why obtaining your first position takes the three P&rsquo;s; Preparedness, Perseverance and Positivity.</p><p>By now you probably have an idea of where you want your career to go, and maybe even know what the first steps are. If not, don&rsquo;t worry! A quick Google usually helps to map out a career path. The important thing to understand at this stage is that where you start is never where you end up. By looking at roles that are similar to your dream job, you&rsquo;ll open yourself up to great opportunities and a wider range of experience.</p><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #de1583;"><strong>Getting Started</strong></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal">First up, grab a notepad. You&rsquo;re going to start by making a list of companies you would LOVE to work for. When you&rsquo;ve got a good-sized list, think about why you are attracted to each of these companies. What are the common traits? This will help you define what really matters to you when deciding whether or not to join a business, and will stand you in good stead throughout the process.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a>Next, you should make a list of companies you really DON&rsquo;T want to work for. Is there a common thread here, such as reputation or industry? Just like the companies you&rsquo;re dreaming of, it&rsquo;s important to understand what you don&rsquo;t want from an employer. It&rsquo;s temping at this early stage to take any job you can get, but you&rsquo;ll soon find yourself back on the job market if it&rsquo;s in an environment that you hate.</a></p><p class="MsoNormal">The last bit of prep before you start looking for graduate opportunities is to refine what you are looking for to kick start your career. Is it experience in a specific role? Are you looking for something generalist where you can learn a lot of new skills? Does a supportive environment appeal to you? Perhaps somewhere that offers ongoing training and development. Or you may fancy getting stuck in to a fast paced, dog-eat-dog culture because you thrive on the competition. It&rsquo;s vital that you recognise your emotional and developmental needs before you start your search to keep your focus in the right direction.</p><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #01a6bc;"><strong>Crafting your CV </strong></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal">We have LOADS of advice when it comes to writing your CV. And we&rsquo;re willing to bet that you&rsquo;ve had multiple chats with careers folks and teachers about it too. But what the academics tell you, and what people like us are looking for don&rsquo;t always line up.</p><p class="MsoNormal">If you&rsquo;re starting from scratch, you can grab our CV template below. It has plenty of prompts to help you get started. We&rsquo;ve also written a pretty great blog (if we do say so ourselves) about the &lsquo;perfect&rsquo; CV. Spoiler alert, the &lsquo;perfect&rsquo; CV doesn&rsquo;t exist, so don&rsquo;t put pressure on yourself.<br /><br /><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="/static/download_files/CV_Template.docx" class="download-btn cv_template">I WANT HELP WITH MY CV</a><br /><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">The focus of your CV should be on selling yourself, not your degree. Why would they choose you over the 100 other grad CVs they&rsquo;ve received? Be confident, but not arrogant. No one likes a smart ass. If your CV looks light on experience, focus on skills and achievements instead. You can make the most of hobbies on your CV too, as they demonstrate transferrable skills. Tiktok famous? That shows you are social media savvy. Play sports? Obviously, you are a good team player. Love to paint? You must have a creative side.</p><p class="MsoNormal">If it&rsquo;s relevant, why not create a portfolio? This can be as a PDF, printed or even a website. Portfolios provide a great way to show your skills and creativity, and if it is hosted online, you can link to it from your CV.</p><p class="MsoNormal">The biggest tip we can give you with CV writing is to always tweak it for each role you apply for. Look for key words in the job advert and make sure you cover those somewhere in your CV. The hiring manager will skim through hundreds of CVs every week, so you need to make sure yours stands out.</p><p class="MsoNormal">And finally, the controversial cover letter. You don&rsquo;t always need them. Unless you are expressly asked to send a cover letter, we suggest that you focus on your CV and, if you are submitting it by email, to include an overview about why you want to work for their business within the email body. This needs to be bespoke to each role and company so go back to your lists. What qualities, opportunities or cultural values are they offering that appeal to you?</p><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #de1583;"><strong>Applying for Jobs</strong></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Rule number one: don&rsquo;t &lsquo;spray and pray&rsquo; by sending out a ton of vaguely relevant applications. Keep your job search focused and organised. Run all opportunities you spot through your list of requirements. Do they fit the bill? Then go for it.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Keep track of what you&rsquo;ve sent where, and who you&rsquo;ve heard back from. It&rsquo;s VERY easy to lose track! You don&rsquo;t want to send your CV to the same business three different times, because, quite simply, it looks bad.</p><p class="MsoNormal">To get started, we always recommend going to your list of dream companies. Most companies don&rsquo;t advertise their graduate opportunities because of the sheer volume of enquiries. So it&rsquo;s time for a bit of social sleuthing. Are any of them hiring? Sometimes you can find grad roles on their &lsquo;Work For Us&rsquo; page. If not, can you find any hiring manger information to contact them personally? Look for Heads of departments you&rsquo;d like to work in, or an Internal Recruiter or Talent Acquisition person. If you can grab their email address, drop your CV into their inbox. What do you have to lose?</p><p class="MsoNormal">As well as looking for grad roles on the usual job websites, get a good relationship with a grad-specialist recruiter. Most businesses don&rsquo;t pay recruiters so you&rsquo;ll need to do your own work too, but having a recruiter on your side can also open up more opportunities that aren&rsquo;t being advertised. Stick to one recruiter so you don&rsquo;t get your applications mixed up.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Don&rsquo;t pass up volunteer work or internships. Even if it&rsquo;s only for a few weeks until you secure your first job, these can be a great addition to your CV and provide tangible examples of real-life experience.</p><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #01a6bc;"><strong>Going the extra mile</strong></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Applying for jobs isn&rsquo;t the only way to kick start your career. There&rsquo;s so much more you can be doing to secure your first opportunity.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Join Facebook and LinkedIn groups, jump into Twitter Spaces and get stuck into Reddit communities. Go wherever the people in your desired industry are and get involved in conversations. There tends to be a lot of info sharing, and some businesses will post Grad opportunities to these places directly. Plus, social media accounts are ideal for demonstrating your expertise and passion, and show off your great work so far by building your personal brand.</p><p class="MsoNormal">But not all networking happens online. There are plenty of events across the UK that are industry-specific and free to attend. People who go to networking events love helping each other out, so start building your community early to get access to the best opportunities throughout your career. You could also look at joining an industry body, giving you access to personal development and online learning modules, networking events and even accreditations to boost your CV. Networking is a great way to find out about mentorships too. A good mentor can significantly boost your career progression; whether through advice and guidance, or sharing vacancies and introducing you to their peers who might be hiring.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Finally, don&rsquo;t neglect the relationships you have already built. Maintain a good ongoing relationship with one or two of your uni lecturers, as they can be invaluable not only for references, but industry insights, and they usually have a lot of connections too. You might even find that other people on your course are able to put you in touch with the right people to kick start your career.</p><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #de1583;"><strong>The best advice we can give?</strong></span></h2><h5 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Keep all your options open, never burn bridges and stick at it.</span></h5><p>​</p><h4 class="MsoNormal"><strong>MORE USEFUL RESOURCES</strong></h4><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000000;">8 Top Tips to Nail Your Next Interview</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: #000000;">How to fail a video interview</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: #000000;">What Recruiters wish you knew </span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: #000000;">What they DON'T tell you about interviews</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: #000000;">How to improve your chances of getting an interview</span></p></li></ul><p>​</p></article>

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<h2 data-sourcepos="3:1-3:26"><strong><span style="color: #de1583;">Proof is in the Placement</span><br /><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Strategic Chief People Officer Search</span></strong></h2><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:299">Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing tech company, sought a seasoned Chief People Officer to drive their people strategy. We collaborated closely with the client to understand their unique culture, ambitious growth plans, and the specific skillset and personality traits required for the role.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:251">We embarked on a comprehensive search, leveraging our extensive network and proactive outreach. We identified 54 highly qualified candidates within our immediate network and an additional 22 through targeted recommendations and social media campaigns.</p><p data-sourcepos="9:1-9:265">Each candidate was carefully screened and interviewed, using a structured approach to assess their skills, experience, and cultural fit. We presented a shortlist of exceptional candidates, providing detailed insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and potential.</p><p data-sourcepos="11:1-11:221">Our client was impressed with the quality of candidates and our consultative approach. The successful candidate has already made a significant impact on the organisation, contributing to its continued growth and success.</p>

<h2 style="font-weight: 600; color: #de1583;">Proof is in the Placement</h2><h2 data-sourcepos="1:1-1:48"><span style="color: #01a6bc;"><strong>Building a High-Performing Marketing Team</strong></span></h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:205">Our client, a global B2B Manufacturing company, sought to bolster their marketing team with top-tier talent. We partnered closely with them to understand their unique culture, values, and strategic goals.</p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:277">Over a 12-month period, we partnered closely with the hiring manager to build a high-performing marketing team. By leveraging our targeted recruitment strategies and industry insights, we successfully identified and presented a pool of highly qualified candidates across various marketing disciplines.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:201">Our dedicated team worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless and efficient hiring process. We meticulously screened candidates, conducted in-depth interviews, and provided valuable insights to the client.</p><p data-sourcepos="9:1-9:253">The result? A high-performing marketing team that has significantly contributed to the company's growth and success. Our client praised our commitment to quality, efficiency, and personalised service, emphasising the positive impact of our partnership.</p>

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<h2><span style="color: #de1583;">The Proof is in The Placement</span></h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:221">Our client, a leading utilities management solutions company, faced a challenge in recruiting a high-caliber Sales Director. Despite their efforts and those of another agency, they were unable to find the right candidate.</p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:373">We were tasked with identifying a candidate who could not only meet their immediate needs but also drive long-term growth. Recognising the competitive market for top-tier sales talent, we proposed a more aggressive compensation package. Through our extensive network and targeted search, we successfully identified a highly skilled and experienced sales professional.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:266">The candidate was initially hesitant to consider the role due to the lower-than-market salary. However, we were able to position the opportunity as a strategic career move, highlighting the company's growth potential and the opportunity to build a high-performing sales team.</p><p data-sourcepos="9:1-9:337">After careful negotiation, we secured a salary package that was &pound;15,000 above the original budget, while also persuading the candidate to accept a &pound;20,000 pay cut. Since joining the company, the candidate has made a significant impact, successfully recruiting 20 new sales team members and positioning himself for a potential equity stake in the business.</p>

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<h2 data-sourcepos="1:1-1:215"><span style="color: #de1583;">Proof is in The Placement</span><br /><br />Our client, a prestigious legal services firm, had struggled to fill a critical Senior Business Development role. They initially engaged in more traditional recruitment methods such as direct advertising and engaged multiple contingent agencies to no avail.</h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:338">Recognising the need for a more strategic approach, we conducted a comprehensive market mapping exercise to identify top-tier talent w<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">ith pre-requisite sector expertise and specialist BD skills</span>. Our team leveraged their deep industry knowledge and extensive network to target individuals who possessed the specific skills, experience, and cultural fit required for the role.</p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:256">By swiftly engaging with these candidates and conducting rigorous interviews, we were able to present a shortlist of exceptional individuals within a matter of weeks. The client was impressed with the speed, efficiency, and high caliber of the candidates.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:135">Ultimately, the client successfully appointed a highly qualified individual who has already made a significant impact on the business.&nbsp; Feedback from the client highlighted the high calibre of individuals they saw during the process, and the speed in which we were able to fulfil the assignment.</p>

<h2><span style="color: #de1583;">Proof is in the Placement<br /><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Finding BIMA a New Managing Director<br /><br /></span></span></h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:243">When BIMA's long-standing Managing Director, Bridget Beale, announced her departure, a swift and effective leadership transition was essential. To ensure business continuity, BIMA turned to We Are Adam to identify and attract top-tier talent.</p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:283">We worked closely with BIMA to understand their specific needs and the unique qualities required for the role. By leveraging our extensive network and industry expertise, we identified a pool of exceptional candidates who possessed the necessary skills, experience, and cultural fit.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:242">Through a rigorous selection process, we shortlisted ten high-quality candidates who were interviewed by BIMA's board members. Our consultative approach ensured that each candidate was well-prepared and understood the intricacies of the role.</p><p data-sourcepos="9:1-9:174">Ultimately, Holly Hall emerged as the ideal candidate. Her strong leadership skills, industry knowledge, and passion for the digital sector made her the perfect fit for BIMA.</p><p data-sourcepos="11:1-12:245"><strong>As stated by Bridget Beale:</strong> <em>"Working with Adam was a seamless experience. Leon's deep understanding of the industry and his commitment to finding the right candidate were invaluable. He treated the process with care and dedication, ensuring a smooth transition for BIMA."</em></p><p data-sourcepos="14:1-15:160"><strong>Keith Hunt, a Central Council Member at BIMA, added:</strong> <em>"The quality of the candidates presented by Adam was truly impressive. Holly was the standout choice, and we're confident she will lead BIMA to new heights."</em></p><h2><span style="color: #de1583;"><span style="color: #01a6bc;">&nbsp;</span></span></h2>

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<h3>​</h3><h3><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Ways we can </span><span style="color: #de1583;"><strong>FIX</strong></span><span style="color: #01a6bc;"><strong> your problem.</strong></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal">Perhaps you have established a need for a niche skill set, or something that is tricky to hire? Our targeted search and selection service could be the perfect fit. Our consultants are proven to fulfil the toughest of briefs where others have failed.</p><p>​</p><ul><li><p>Unearth niche skill sets</p></li><li><p>Locate scarce candidates</p></li><li><p>Find someone quickly when you've been left in the lurch</p></li><li><p>Fill a gap in your team when someone doesn't start or you've mis-hired.</p></li><li><p>Take on tricky location challenges</p></li><li><p>Support in your transition to a hybrid, remote or non-remote structure</p></li><li><p>Offer flexible solutions on a fixed term or day rate basis</p></li><li><p>Provide cover for long term absences such as parental leave</p></li><li><p>Increase team capacity to accommodate new business wins</p></li></ul><p>​</p><h3 class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #01a6bc;"><strong>What You Can Expect from </strong></span><span style="color: #de1583;"><strong>We Are Adam.</strong></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal">Whether you are adapting to a new working model, struggling to hire in your location or having to react quickly to ever-changing resource needs, our <strong>FIX</strong> model can work for you. Advertising your role across relevant job boards and social platforms is just a tiny element of the way we approach recruitment. After all, you could easily go through that process yourself.</p><p class="MsoNormal">It&rsquo;s common knowledge that the best people are currently in a role they are enjoy. It&rsquo;s our job to tap into the plethora of passive talent. We are continually building relationships with candidates, meaning when an opportunity like yours pops up, we already have a long list in mind.</p><p class="MsoNormal">That doesn&rsquo;t mean we fire out a &lsquo;new job&rsquo; alert email and wait for people to come to us. Our consultants extensively map out the market to provide live data on how many qualified candidates are out there, what they're currently earning and how warm they are to new opportunities. We&rsquo;re catching up over a coffee to share your story. We&rsquo;re discovering their career goals and seeing who matches up. We&rsquo;re comparing values and aspirations to ensure the shortlist you receive consists only of people who will succeed in the role.</p><p>​</p><h3 align="center"><a href="https://we-are-adam.staging.krakatoa.eu-2.volcanic.cloud/contact/manchester" data-od-marked="true"><span style="color: #01a6bc;">Click here to </span><span style="color: #de1583;">FIX </span><span style="color: #01a6bc;">your recruitment challenge</span></a></h3><p align="center"><a href="https://www.weareadam.com/clients-1?" data-od-marked="true"><span style="color: #de1583;">Discover our other services</span></a></p><p align="center">​</p><div align="center" divtype="embed-html"><div class="mediaWrapper"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iZiyJHc-rI0" height="315" width="560"></iframe></div></div>

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