How to Find a Job (You Love): Redefine Success.
Introduction: Chances are, unless you are new here, you’ve seen us shout about the fact that only 17% of the UK population love what they do, that’s because we’re on a mission to change this! So, we decided to start a new career advice series using our recruitment expertise, and knowledge, to help you not only […]
I Love My Job’s 13th Birthday: Making work a journey worth loving.
Hello job seekers 👋 today, we’re throwing a virtual party to celebrate a milestone that means the world to us – the 13th anniversary of I Love My Job! 🎉 Thirteen years ago, Louisa Mordaunt opened her I Love My Job laptop for the very first time with an unwavering belief that work should be […]
How to create an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ in the workplace.
As we celebrate and honour Pride Month, it is crucial to recognise that creating an inclusive workplace goes beyond just tolerating differences. It means embracing diversity and making sure that everyone feels like they belong. Creating an inclusive environment benefits not only individuals but the entire organisation. In this article, we will explore six essential […]
Why working from home was (unfortunately) one of the best things to happen to minorities* in the workplace.
Meet Olumayokun Ogunde, a Creative Writing MA graduate, currently working as a freelance copywriter. She’s dedicated to telling the stories of black women and other marginalised identities. As well as combining her education in writing craft with her desire to champion underrepresented voices by highlighting their experiences in the workplace.
The world of work is changing and it’s about f*cking time.
Post-Pandemic Burnout The pandemic gave us a lot of things: advancements in medical technology; new passions for interior design; and the chance to finally perfect that banana bread recipe. But above all, it gave us the time to reflect on and self-interrogate our values, dreams, and ambitions. From that period of mass self-reflection, came the […]
Hiring for diversity: what about ADHD?
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Meet Emma Johnson, a freelance writer specialising in neurodivergence, ADHD, and mental health. She aims to combine her personal journey with ADHD alongside her customer service and managerial experience to boost awareness for accommodating, advocating, and celebrating neurodivergence in the workplace…
Let’s no longer accept a world of business without purpose: think B Corp
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Imagine a world where companies choose to invest in people and the planet, rather than being driven by profit alone. In this world, business decisions would be led with environmental and social impact in mind. Sounds unrealistic, right?
But no…
Certified B Corporation®: How we are re-defining standards as a recruitment agency
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In an industry that is notoriously money driven, I Love My Job is proud to be one of the first ten recruitment agencies in the UK to become a Certified B Corporation. Joining a community of 500+ UK companies who are collectively using their businesses as a force for good, ILMJ’s commitment to making a positive impact on our society and environment is now official, legal and verified.
Hiring for diversity: what about classism?
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Diversity is certainly on the agenda for businesses these days, and it’s long overdue. Increasing numbers of companies are prioritising formal diversity policies and training, with matters of race, gender, and identity rightfully being brought to attention in recent years…