In the second instalment of a series on the challenges of managing both work and home life, Professor Binna Kandola explores the experiences of astronauts and offers insights on how we can minimize the disruptions in our “home office.” Many households across the nation are likely experiencing everyday annoyances, such as noise disturbances and clutter, […]
In the first instalment of a series on adapting to remote work, Professor Binna Kandola explores the positive aspects of the “capsule environment,” comparing it to unique professions like astronauts, archaeologists, and arctic explorers. In our pre-pandemic lives, daily routines governed our existence. Our wake-up times, radio preferences, commutes, and social interactions followed predictable patterns. […]
As we approach the centenary of the first woman’s admission to ICAEW, there is undoubtedly much to celebrate in the remarkable progress toward gender equality within the field of accountancy over the past century. Today, nearly half of those pursuing accountancy qualifications globally are women, highlighting the increasing appeal of this profession to them. Brenda […]
By Professor Binna Kandola Co-founder and senior partner, Pearn Kandola “COLUMBUS sailed for India, / Found Salvador instead, / He shook hands with some Indians and soon they all were dead, / They got TB and typhoid and athlete’s foot, / Diphtheria and the flu, / Excuse me, great nations coming through.” Randy Newman’s sharp […]
Companies worldwide are directing their employees to work from home amid the ongoing global spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Notable companies like Google, Twitter, Apple, Amazon, and Spotify are among those that have implemented mandatory remote work policies for their staff. The number of reported Covid-19 cases has exceeded 180,000 globally, leading countries to implement […]
With nearly 600 cases of the new coronavirus identified in the United Kingdom, companies are increasingly advising their employees to work remotely, where feasible, to mitigate the potential impact of the virus on their daily operations. While the UK is presently in the initial phase of a four-phase strategy known as “contain” aimed at containing […]
Stuart Duff, Head of Development at Pearn Kandola, discusses the psychological impacts of remote work on the workforce and offers insights on fostering team cohesion. Know Your Team While introverts may seem more adaptable to remote work due to their preference for working alone, extroverts often excel in agile work settings. It’s essential for remote […]
With over two decades of experience in the realm of disability inclusion, Nancy Doyle has drawn inspiration from intentional recruitment programs. They are heartened to witness a shift that emphasizes disability as a source of talent rather than framing it as a patronizing public service project. Initially, they held hopes that these programs would usher […]
We often look to individuals who share our backgrounds as sources of inspiration for our own aspirations. In the world of business, the significant underrepresentation of BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and female leaders carries serious implications. The lack of diversity in leadership roles can convey a discouraging message to those who dream of […]
‘Columbus sailed for India ‘Found Salvador instead ‘He shook hands with some Indians and soon they all were dead ‘They got TB and typhoid and athlete’s foot ‘Diphtheria and the flu ‘Excuse me, great nations coming through’ The song “The Great Nations of Europe” by Randy Newman highlights the destructive potential of introducing pathogens into […]