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In any workplace, staying focused can be a real challenge. Whether you’re working toward a big deadline or just trying to clear your inbox, it doesn’t take much to throw you off track a quick message, an unexpected call, or a well-meaning teammate popping by for a chat. We’ve all been there. You’re finally settling […]

Let’s be honest – staying focused at work isn’t always easy. Between messages, meetings, notifications, and friendly interruptions, it doesn’t take much to break your flow. You sit down with a clear plan to make progress on a project or finally clear out your inbox, and then – ping – your focus is gone in an instant. […]

Searching for a new role is a full-time job in itself.  Between updating your CV, tailoring cover letters, preparing for interviews, and waiting on feedback, it can be a rollercoaster of emotions. For many, it can also be a stressful and uncertain time.  At First Base Employment we understand that your wellbeing during your job […]

In today’s hiring landscape, it’s no longer just about flashy job titles or competitive salaries. More than ever, candidates are asking:“Will this company genuinely care about my wellbeing?” Prospective employees will research you. They’ll scroll through your careers page, dig into employer review sites, and check your social media presence. If they see consistent feedback […]

How to Attract Top Talent Through Strong Employer Branding In today’s competitive job market, attracting and keeping top talent has become more of a challenge than ever. While the traditional recruitment methods will always have their place when it comes to hiring, one of the most effective (and potentially underused) tool will always be your employer […]

Job Hunting? Here’s Why Employer Branding Should Be on Your Radar (and How LinkedIn Can Help) Employer branding is how companies appear to the outside world and is a major factor to attracting top talent in the market. As a job seeker, getting under the skin of an employer’s brand can help you to make […]

In today’s job market, we all know how crucial technical skills are. Whether it’s knowing how to code, mastering specific tools, or understanding key industry knowledge, those hard skills often get the spotlight. But here’s the thing: what really helps you stand out to employers is something you can’t always see on a resume your […]

As a business owner or hiring manager, you know that finding the right person for the job isn’t just about looking at a resume full of qualifications. Sure, hard skills whether it’s expertise in accounting, coding, or sales, are important. But it’s the soft skills that often make the biggest impact in the workplace. These […]

In today’s competitive job market, finding top talent is only half the battle—keeping them is where the real challenge lies. While salary and benefits play a role, company culture is often the deciding factor in whether employees stay long-term or start looking for opportunities elsewhere. So, why is company culture so important for employee retention, […]

When job hunting, it’s easy to focus on salary, benefits, and job responsibilities – but company culture is just as important. A great work environment can boost job satisfaction, career growth, and work-life balance, while a toxic culture can leave you feeling drained and looking for another job sooner than you’d like. So, how can […]