Mark Woffenden

About Mark Woffenden

Mark Woffenden is a Director at Lucy Walker Recruitment and has an extensive knowledge of the issues and workings of the West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester Commercial markets developed over the last 20 years in the Industry

How to Manage Staff during The Probationary Period

The probationary period is a critical phase for both employers and new hires. It’s a time for evaluation, adjustment, and mutual fit. However, if not managed well, employees may disengage or even leave before completing probation—costing time,[...]

5 Strategies to help you stand out as a Top Candidate

Demand for skilled professionals in the landscape might be high, but competition is increasing too, particularly as employers expand their talent pools by looking at hiring remote UK based or global employees. So, to stand out, you need more than[...]

10 Questions to ask to discover what a Company is REALLY Like!

Interviewing for a job is very much a two way process which sometimes gets forgotten by candidates, so it's important to ask questions that reveal the true culture, expectations, and day-to-day reality of a particular role. Here are 10 insightful[...]

How to Successfully Manager Multi Generational Teams

The workforce has never been more diverse than it is now. For the first time in history, teams are made up of five generations of professionals, spanning from the silent generation to Gen Z. That’s a good thing as more diversity means more[...]

The 10 Traits of Successful Leaders and How to Develop Them

Successful leaders are in most instances not born; they are made through consistent habits and disciplined practices over time. Leadership is not just about holding a position of authority but about inspiring, guiding, and driving teams toward a[...]

Investing in Growth:The Cost of Talent in 2025

The idea that you “get what you pay for” in today’s world might be cliché, but it’s still true—particularly when it comes to acquiring top talent. The competition for skilled employees is so fierce in 2025 that many companies have resorted to[...]

The Learning Imperative -Why Leaders must evolve to thrive

The modern leadership landscape is in flux, thanks to a range of contributing factors, from the rise of AI and automation to the evolution of remote work and even economic uncertainty. First, traditional leadership, previously defined by linear[...]

Characteristics of High-Performing Teams: Key Traits that Drive Success

High-performing teams are the lifeblood of all successful organisations, as they bring productivity, innovation, and resilience to the forefront. These teams don’t just meet goals; they consistently exceed expectations and push the boundaries of[...]