Sian Bennett

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The Benefits Of Data-Driven Recruitment And How Teams Make It Work
A guide outlining the tips for data-driven recruitment.

The Benefits Of Data-Driven Recruitment And How Teams Make It Work

In today's competitive and tech-driven business landscape, recruitment and selection are no longer just about gut instinct or ticking boxes. The benefits of data-driven recruitment …

Nov 11, 2025 4 min read
Competence Assessment Programme: Building Clearer Paths And Stronger Teams
A circle of competency framework used in competence assessment programme to evaluate skills and support professional development.

Competence Assessment Programme: Building Clearer Paths And Stronger Teams

Helping people grow in a clear and meaningful way is at the heart of what we do at GFB. Many of our clients, from large online retailers to international medical diagnostic provide …

Sep 11, 2025 5 min read
In Person Vs Virtual: Why Face To Face Team Development Workshop Wins
70:20:10 learning model illustrating why a team development workshop combines experiential, social and formal learning.

In Person Vs Virtual: Why Face To Face Team Development Workshop Wins

"Pleased to have collective phones off and fully bought into the time for investing in ourselves." "Created a more engaging and collaborative environment, allowing for deeper conve …

Aug 20, 2025 5 min read
The Verify G+ Test: Smarter Cognitive Assessment For Fairer Hiring
Mobile screens displaying the Verify G+ Test for cognitive assessment with deductive and numerical reasoning tasks.

The Verify G+ Test: Smarter Cognitive Assessment For Fairer Hiring

In the fast-evolving world of talent acquisition, recruiters are increasingly turning to data-driven tools to make smarter, fairer, and more predictive hiring decisions. Among the …

Jul 14, 2025 5 min read
Employee Experience Strategy: Treat Employees Like Customers
Shopping bags representing an employee experience strategy focused on treating employees like valued customers.

Employee Experience Strategy: Treat Employees Like Customers

The modern workplace is highly hybrid, tech-enabled, and experience-driven. Gone are the days of rigid 9-to-5s; the focus has shifted towards blending physical offices with remote …

Dec 05, 2024 4 min read
Finding Hidden Talent: The Benefits Of 360 Degree Feedback
Goalkeeper making a crucial save, illustrating the benefits of 360 degree feedback in identifying hidden talent and performance.

Finding Hidden Talent: The Benefits Of 360 Degree Feedback

Erling Haaland's performances in 2025/26 serve as a vivid reminder of what happens when talent is identified early and developed with precision. The Manchester City striker has now …

Oct 24, 2024 4 min read
Benefits Of AI In Recruitment: Advantages, Risks, And Best Practices
Digital AI interface representing the benefits of AI in recruitment and modern hiring technology.

Benefits Of AI In Recruitment: Advantages, Risks, And Best Practices

The recruitment industry is no stranger to innovation. Over the past few years, artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies in the hiring lan …

Oct 10, 2024 7 min read
What Is 360 Feedback And How Do You Make The Most Of It?
People surrounding interconnected puzzle pieces illustrating what is 360 feedback and collaborative employee evaluation.

What Is 360 Feedback And How Do You Make The Most Of It?

In today's workplace, growth is no longer just about climbing the corporate ladder. It is about openness to learning and change, developing skills, improving relationships, and enh …

Sep 27, 2024 5 min read
How To Prepare For The Watson Glaser Test: Format, Sections And Expert Tips
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How To Prepare For The Watson Glaser Test: Format, Sections And Expert Tips

So you have been asked to complete the Watson Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal and you are wondering what to expect and how to prepare for the Watson Glaser test. This test is no …

May 24, 2024 9 min read
The Importance Of Emotional Intelligence In Leadership
Two illustrated faces showing scattered and connected blocks, representing the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership and effective collaboration.

The Importance Of Emotional Intelligence In Leadership

In leadership roles, technical skill and experience are rarely the limiting factor. More often, it is how effectively leaders manage themselves and respond to others that determine …

Oct 17, 2023 4 min read