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COMMUNITY VOICES
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often made to work to a high numbers,
low margin model - will this be something
we would want to continue with? At times,
it can be a very one-sided relationship. We
have been fortunate during this time to
have the support of some amazing clients,
and it’s a time like this you know you
are working with people who appreciate
the value you bring to their business.
Sometimes pricing has to be ethical, as
we all have continuing running costs and
bills to pay, despite seeing less coming
into the bank in the majority of cases.
After speaking with fellow recruiters
over the last few weeks, the general
consensus is that the market will be
tough for some time. How employees have
reacted to these changes forced upon us
may impact long term retention of staff,
but sometimes businesses have to make
tough decisions to protect themselves
long term, and any decisions wouldn’t
have been personal.
Striking the balance between ensuring
employees have a business to return to,
whilst being understanding of their own
financial and personal strains, is a fine
line to tread. Communication is key - an
informed employee will find it easier to
process any tough decisions you have
to make, as they’ve seen your path that
led to those outcomes. The recruitment
industry will in no doubt be different after
the current Coronavirus pandemic, the
question is will you be adapting to fit the
new ‘norms’ we could face?
“Whilst technology
is helping many of us
find a way through
this unprecedented
situation, it’s
also important to
remember that we
are all human.”
CMD Recruitment has offices
throughout Wiltshire and the
South West with bases in Calne,
Devizes, Melksham and Bath.
To find out more visit:
www.cmdrecruitment.com
or call: 01225 805080
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