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Unlocking Success: The Crucial Connection Between Health and Your Career
It’s been proven that our health, good or bad, can directly influence our ability to thrive, or fail in our careers. Whether it's physical health, mental health, emotional stability, or even your office environment, being in good overall health is essential for...
Adapting Recruitment Strategies for Gen Z: Attracting and Retaining the Future Workforce
Adapting Recruitment Strategies for Gen Z: Attracting and Retaining the Future Workforce As Generation Z (Gen Z) begins to enter the workforce in significant numbers, companies must adapt their recruitment strategies to attract and retain this dynamic and digitally...
Tapping into pools of unused talent – The solution for the skills shortage
Tapping into pools of unused talent - The solution for the skills shortage James Kingston, founder and Managing Director of Kingston Barnes Recruitment Agency based in Bristol, is passionate about people, and prides his agency on being a market leader within...
Kingston Barnes announces 2024 charity
Kingston Barnes has announced its 2024 charity and pledge to raise a massive £10,000 “We’re looking forward to raising funds for this amazing charity” Kingston Barnes has announced it will support and raise funds for The Lord Mayor of Bristol’s Children Appeal...
Is Flexible Working Costing You Your Career?
With flexible working being a hot topic in the press, and seemingly hundreds of businesses either upping mandatory office hours, or opting for a full return to the office. Is the hybrid method of working still effective or, is it becoming damaging to careers and...
Elevate Your Career: 10 Tips to Stand Out and Secure that Promotion in 2024
Navigating the path to promotion requires a strategic approach. And with the New Year approaching a goal for many is taking the next step on the career ladder. Here are 10 tips to not just enhance your career but to stand out and catch the eye of those holding the...
Be more Ted – The Importance of Loving Your Job
How happy are you in your current job? A question I’ve asked a few times working in the recruitment industry for 20+ years. But, how important is being happy in your career? And what happens if you hate your job and feel stuck? It’s said that an average person will...
Is AI and Automation ruining the reputation of recruitment?
Is AI and Automation ruining the reputation of recruitment? James is a firm believer that AI and automation in the recruitment industry should improve its reputation and not hinder it. From receiving emails from top-ranking, celebrity CEOs starting with, ‘Hi First...
How To Ace An Interview
Whether you’re looking for the next phase of your career or a temp role to take you to month end, a good interview is essential in getting the gig. These tips and tricks will help you ace your next interview so you can land your dream job. 1.Timing Is Everything If...











