
The new financial year is here, bringing new and significant changes to New Zealand’s taxation & payroll. As a business, it is essential to remain up to date on new emerging payroll trends. 2021 comes with a new suite of major changes in employment legislation, and we are here to uncover all the latest… Read more »
Networking is an essential part of professional life. While it might not be crucial in every field, the importance of networking should never be underestimated. So what is networking? Essentially, networking is the act of creating connections with colleagues, clients and experts in your field. There is a perception that networking is a shallow… Read more »
With the world becoming a global village of sorts, more and more businesses are looking to scale-up and dip their toes in international waters. But when looking to expand, the question beckons, “how can one focus on growing a business, as well as make sure it remains compliant at the same time?” The answer… Read more »
There are many advantages to outsourcing your human resources function, especially when you’re a foreign company looking to explore a new market or expand to a new country. While it might initially seem counterintuitive to let a third-party vendor handle a business area as interpersonal as HR, outsourcing it doesn’t actually take away from… Read more »
Now that you’ve found your dream job in France, how do you get shortlisted with that perfect CV? It’s important to remember that every country has its own CV standards to abide to. This may impact the structure, length, and general format among other things. Depending on the industry type, even the tone that… Read more »
Friday, 12 February 2021 marks the beginning of the new lunar year. This year will be the Year of the Ox. The second of all zodiac animals. Also known as Chinese New Year, Spring Festival, or Chunjie (China); Tet (Vietnam); Seollal (Korea); or Losar (Tibet), Lunar New Year is celebrated by about 1.5 billion people around the… Read more »
Do you feel a sense of stigma when negotiating your salary? Feel uncomfortable when placing emphasis on your salary package? This feeling can be magnified in times like COVID-19, when the job market is oversaturated and the future seems uncertain. Whilst this is true, negotiating a fair salary is not only valid and reasonable,… Read more »
We’re thrilled to share that Polyglot Group is now certified for Business France’s Cheque Relance Export! But wait a second… What is it and why does it matter? What is the Cheque Relance Export? For those of you who don’t speak or understand French, “Relance Export” translates to “Reboot Trade”. Unsurprisingly, since COVID-19, businesses… Read more »
Company culture is the heart of a business, a set of shared beliefs adopted by all the people in the organisation and supporting its strategy and structure. According to Deloitte’s research, 94% of executives and 88% of employees believe strong company culture is essential for a thriving business. In today’s day and age, employees… Read more »
On the 30th of January 2020, the World Health Organisation’s Director – General declared a Public Health Emergency of international concern due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This marked the beginning of a domino effect that would shape our current job market. Indeed, the dynamics that once drove the recruitment industry changed dramatically as governments… Read more »