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How can SMEs compete effectively for talent against big business?

Multiverse’s Euan Blair, Dragons Den’s Deborah Meaden and Hay’s Sandra Henke share their advice.

12 Dec 2022, 1 min read

If SMEs want to go for growth, they need good talent behind them. But while the labour market is so tight, you might be unsure how to compete for it. And when there’s so much talk about getting your people strategy right – from focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion to perfecting your employee value proposition, you might be worried you don’t have an HR department big enough.

Watch this 3-minute video to find out how many SMEs may have the upperhand – and what you can highlight to attract the best talent into your firm.

How SMEs can compete for talent

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