In the world of modern software, simply writing code that “works” is no longer enough. The real test of an engineer’s skill is whether that code can survive a massive surge in traffic, stay secure against threats, and keep costs from spiraling out of control. Over the years, I have seen many talented teams struggle…

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View the video of this post here. This week’s post is sponsored by YCharts. YCharts helps advisors research faster, visualize market data clearly, and turn complex portfolio questions into client-ready insights. Advisors using YCharts report saving ~20 hours/month across research, proposals, and client prep. And with built-in AI tools, it’s easier to see what changed,…

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For Georgia law firms managing remote or hybrid teams, secure and reliable communication is non-negotiable. Modern VoIP call center solutions act as a secure digital headquarters, uniting every attorney and staff member, whether they’re in a downtown Atlanta office or a home office in Savannah. This system is how your firm maintains a seamless, professional…

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As an HR or payroll manager, you have the critical responsibility of ensuring everyone is paid correctly and on time. Even one mistake can put employees’ trust and the organisation’s reputation at risk. Payroll processing, therefore, is a key task and one that need to be done in the right way. Research by Marlin PR…

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London, 12 February 2026: This Valentine’s Day, Employment Hero, the global leader in HR, hiring and payroll software, is celebrating the heart of the UK economy: British small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). New research commissioned by Employment Hero, surveying 1,047 UK business leaders, reveals that running a business is truly a labour of love. Despite…

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LONDON, 9 February 2026: The Government’s apprenticeship reforms could unlock a youth hiring breakthrough or fall victim to bureaucracy. New research from Employment Hero, the global leader in HR, hiring and payroll software, shows 73% of SME leaders are ready to take advantage of new support announced in last year’s Autumn Budget. The same data…

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For too long, hiring has been treated like a numbers game. Post a role. Sort through hundreds of CVs. And hope the right person stands out. But for many UK employers, especially small and medium-sized businesses, the reality looks very different. Traditional recruitment is slow, expensive and biased towards outdated credentials. We found that 3…

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There’s a conversation happening in many accounting practices across the UK. It’s happening over morning coffees, in partner meetings, and in the quiet moments between client calls: “What do we do about AI?” With Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax launching in just a few months, affecting 864,000 sole traders and landlords in its…

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Your people are probably using AI, whether your business has officially adopted it or not. From drafting invoice reminders and summarising meeting notes in seconds, to getting help with prospecting templates or ideas, AI has crept into everyday work. That’s the context for the AI Skills Boost, a UK government initiative designed to help millions…

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Employment Hero is prescribing a more productive approach to National Sickie Day. The first Monday of February has a bit of a reputation and similar to Blue Monday, it’s not a good one. Widely known as National Sickie Day, it’s statistically the day when more UK employees are likely to call in sick than any…

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