How to write effective job adverts

We published a post on our LinkedIn page recently, re-sharing a post from the team at idibu, about “How to write engaging job adverts (and why it still matters)”. If you’ve not seen the original post from RFS, be sure to follow our LinkedIn company page or check out the original post from idibu HERE. […]
The importance of Google Reviews

As most people know, to succeed online often means being found in Google search results; and preferably in the first page of those results. And one of the additional ways to achieve this is through Google Reviews, as these appear next to your business profile in Google Maps and Google search results, helping your business […]
COVID-19 Q&A interview

Alex Grant, MD at Recruitment Funding Solutions answers some of the key questions we’re being asked during this difficult period. These are the COVID-19 questions every (startup) recruiter needs answering How has the lockdown period been for RFS and its teams? It’s obviously been very different from how we all normally work but, with the […]
Buy or build a recruitment website

So you’ve now taken the leap and have set up your own recruitment business, or are about to launch your recruitment startup and this is when your thoughts need to turn to some of the more practical elements associated with a new business. One of the key considerations, once you’ve decided on a company name, […]
Your first month as a recruitment agency owner

Once you have begun operating your own recruitment agency, it may suddenly dawn on you that your primary source of income is your own business! This can of course be very scary to some, especially if this is the first time you have started your own business. However, don’t worry, help is on hand. To […]
What entrepreneurs have in common

When looking at successful entrepreneurs, it is only natural to look for a pattern, something they all have that sets them apart from everybody else. Some point to education, where they grew up, or how rich their families were. Whilst it is undeniable that such factors can have a significant impact on how successful a […]
The secret to success

It is perfectly normal to look at successful people to try and learn how they do it and get tips that you can follow yourself. When doing this, you will likely begin to see that the habits of some of the most successful business people are based on philosophic beliefs that proclaim the benefits of […]
Taking the leap

Taking the leap and starting your own business. There is no doubt that starting your own business is a big decision. Whilst many people have great ideas for a business, only a small percentage actually start out on their own. This is because there are a large number of risks involved in starting your […]
Surviving the initial storm

How to survive the initial storm when starting your own business. Perhaps the biggest initial stress for most when starting a business is finance. Suddenly you’re responsible for your own finances, no longer relying on a monthly salary from an employer. This can be very daunting to many, and often takes a while to adjust […]
How to be an effective leader

When starting up your own business, it’s likely that you will be required to hire staff at some point. When this happens, you will have to decide what type of boss you wish to be. Of course, everyone believes they will be a great boss, but putting this into practice can often be difficult. Many […]