As we move through the holiday season of August, it’s a natural time for reflection, for individuals and businesses alike. In recruitment and business consultancy, we often focus on momentum, growth, and achievement. But we’re equally passionate about something that’s often overlooked: the human side of success.
At Debbie Burbage Recruitment, we believe high performance doesn’t come from constant drive alone. It also comes from knowing when to pause.
Rest: A Strategic Business Choice
Whether you’re a business owner, team leader, or individual contributor, taking the time to rest and recharge isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. When people are rested, they bring more clarity, energy and perspective to their work. It’s something we actively encourage in our clients and candidates alike. A well-rested team is a resilient team, and resilience is one of the most valuable assets a business can nurture.
Communication: The Bedrock of Retention
When people are feeling stretched or uncertain, communication matters more than ever. Honest, open and consistent conversations between leadership and employees foster trust, and trust underpins long-term engagement. If you want to retain great people, ask yourself: are we truly listening to our team? Are we making space for their feedback, their aspirations, and their wellbeing?
It’s one of the simplest, most impactful changes a business can make. Retention doesn’t start when someone resigns. It starts in the day-to-day culture.
Purpose: Matching People with the Right Roles
One of the greatest gifts a company can offer its people is alignment, placing individuals in roles that genuinely play to their strengths. When people are working in a way that energises them and supports their development, they thrive. And when your team thrives, your business performs at a whole new level.
This is the thinking behind the Business Structure Reviews we offer: to help clients evaluate whether their team members are in the right places, and whether the structure truly supports the people within it. Often, it’s not about hiring more, it’s about understanding what’s already there.
Recruitment with Heart and Integrity
We often say recruitment isn’t just about CVs, it’s about people. While skills and experience matter, values, attitude, and emotional intelligence can be just as important. When we work with clients, we listen carefully, not just to what they want, but to who they are. This helps us connect them with candidates who align on a deeper level, not just a professional one.
The best recruitment outcomes happen when people feel seen and understood. That goes for both clients and candidates.
Looking Ahead to September
As many businesses begin planning for a busy September, now is the time to reflect on what you need, not just in terms of headcount, but in terms of values, energy and culture. Are your job descriptions clear and reflective of your current direction? Are you preparing your team for growth with purpose?
Taking time now to reflect, realign and invest in your people, whether by supporting rest, improving communication, or making strategic hires, will set the tone for a successful close to the year.
At Debbie Burbage Recruitment, we’re here to support you in building businesses where people can truly be their best. Because when you take care of your people, everything else follows.
As we move through the holiday season of August, it’s a natural time for reflection, for individuals and businesses alike. In recruitment and business consultancy, we often focus on momentum, growth, and achievement. But we’re equally passionate about something that’s often overlooked: the human side of success.
At Debbie Burbage Recruitment, we believe high performance doesn’t come from constant drive alone. It also comes from knowing when to pause.
Rest: A Strategic Business Choice
Whether you’re a business owner, team leader, or individual contributor, taking the time to rest and recharge isn’t indulgent, it’s essential. When people are rested, they bring more clarity, energy and perspective to their work. It’s something we actively encourage in our clients and candidates alike. A well-rested team is a resilient team, and resilience is one of the most valuable assets a business can nurture.
Communication: The Bedrock of Retention
When people are feeling stretched or uncertain, communication matters more than ever. Honest, open and consistent conversations between leadership and employees foster trust, and trust underpins long-term engagement. If you want to retain great people, ask yourself: are we truly listening to our team? Are we making space for their feedback, their aspirations, and their wellbeing?
It’s one of the simplest, most impactful changes a business can make. Retention doesn’t start when someone resigns. It starts in the day-to-day culture.
Purpose: Matching People with the Right Roles
One of the greatest gifts a company can offer its people is alignment, placing individuals in roles that genuinely play to their strengths. When people are working in a way that energises them and supports their development, they thrive. And when your team thrives, your business performs at a whole new level.
This is the thinking behind the Business Structure Reviews we offer: to help clients evaluate whether their team members are in the right places, and whether the structure truly supports the people within it. Often, it’s not about hiring more, it’s about understanding what’s already there.
Recruitment with Heart and Integrity
We often say recruitment isn’t just about CVs, it’s about people. While skills and experience matter, values, attitude, and emotional intelligence can be just as important. When we work with clients, we listen carefully, not just to what they want, but to who they are. This helps us connect them with candidates who align on a deeper level, not just a professional one.
The best recruitment outcomes happen when people feel seen and understood. That goes for both clients and candidates.
Looking Ahead to September
As many businesses begin planning for a busy September, now is the time to reflect on what you need, not just in terms of headcount, but in terms of values, energy and culture. Are your job descriptions clear and reflective of your current direction? Are you preparing your team for growth with purpose?
Taking time now to reflect, realign and invest in your people, whether by supporting rest, improving communication, or making strategic hires, will set the tone for a successful close to the year.
At Debbie Burbage Recruitment, we’re here to support you in building businesses where people can truly be their best. Because when you take care of your people, everything else follows.