Category: Resources

Bath Digital Festival 2019 is next week, bringing a variety of technology and science events to the South-West.  With over 80 events to choose from, which ones should you attend?  Here are 4 talks that will help you envision and...

Sometimes it’s difficult to keep track, organise and maintain all the information involved in the recruitment process. This is especially true when you have hundreds, if not, thousands of applications for one job role. It is common knowledge that recruiting...

On a lovely Sunday in early September, the annual race of the Dragons has yet again hit the calm waters of Avon. Teams from local businesses in Bath have risen to the challenge to support charities. The event also attracted...

In the past, video games have had a bad reputation. But video games are actually good for your brain. Every time you play a video game it exercises your brain’s neuroplasticity. This is the part of your brain that helps...

Gamification is a common buzzword in HR. However, what actually is it —and more importantly— how can it help your recruitment process?  What is gamification?  Gamification is more than just adding a game into your application process. These scientifically-backed games...

Cognisess are excited to reveal that we are headline sponsors of the Bath Digital Festival 2019! The Bath Digital Festival is the biggest and most inclusive technology festival in the South West. The festival aims to bring people and technology...

We are all striving to become more inclusive because regardless of a person’s gender, ethnicity or background everyone has talent and potential. With more women working than ever before, gender equality is at the forefront of most HR professional’s minds....

From Christmas shopping to the rush to buy summer holiday essentials, retail is a high tempo sector regardless of the season. Hiring experienced and qualified staff is important to maintain high standards of service, but this can be challenging when...

In the age of AI and automation, soft skills are essential. Although machines are better at processing and understanding large amounts of data, they can’t replace that human connection. Most roles have people-focused elements, whether it’s maintaining relationships with clients...

As employees, we all want to perform well in our jobs and be recognised for our contribution. But when working late or not speaking up when you are overloaded becomes the cultural norm, it may lead to employees experiencing damage...