Creating the Payara Design System Published on 23 Mar 2020 by Di TurnerTopics: Fish FoodTagged Design At Payara Services we have many different applications and web-based projects that all need to be unified under our brand. Ideally, someone should be able to recognise a Payara app even if they can’t see our logo. For this to happen, we need to create consistency in the UI (User Interface) across our projects. Enter the Design System. Continue reading “Creating the Payara Design System”
Why are HR Policies and Procedures so Important? Published on 19 Mar 2020 by Julia MillidgeTopics: Fish Food It looks like we are in the middle of a global crisis – COVID-19 – and politicians, health officials and your social media influences are all shouting ‘Doom to the world’. There is so much information out there, most causing fear and panic rather than help and advice. In a world where any news can be called ‘fake’ its very hard for anyone to know good information from bad. Continue reading “Why are HR Policies and Procedures so Important?”
Holding it All Together – The Office Manager Published on 11 Feb 2020 by Sarah RobertsTopics: Fish Food, Payara Life Am I the Office Manager or….. the Administrative Officer, Office Services Coordinator, Administrative Services Coordinator, Administrative Support?………yes, it is all very confusing as there are so many titles for this invaluable role. Continue reading “Holding it All Together – The Office Manager”
Video Storytelling for Business Marketing Published on 13 Jan 2020 by Debbie HoffmanTopics: Fish FoodTagged marketing, Success StoriesLeave a Comment on Video Storytelling for Business Marketing More than half of marketing professionals rely on video marketing techniques (according to Hubspot) because… well, because they work! Plus, more than 50% of consumers prefer to watch video content over receiving emails, reading blog posts, or viewing marketing messages on social media – so why wouldn’t you want to communicate with your prospective customers in the way in which they prefer to receive the information? Continue reading “Video Storytelling for Business Marketing”
Let Me Sell You on our Corporate Values Published on 20 Dec 2019 by Jadon OrtleppTopics: Fish Food Our Payara corporate values are the guiding principles on which we base our relationships and drive our approach with the community, our customers, and our internal affairs. Our seven values are based on; Community, Excellence, Growth, Openness, Initiative, Passion and Trust. Continue reading “Let Me Sell You on our Corporate Values”
10 Reasons to Exhibit at a Conference Published on 11 Dec 2019 by Jadon OrtleppTopics: Fish Food Since joining the Payara Marketing Team I have had the pleasure of attending tech conferences and events all over the world. But the company doesn’t send me to these events just to fulfill my wanderlust. They are an extremely expensive form of field marketing, especially when compared to other digital options. Continue reading “10 Reasons to Exhibit at a Conference”
Why Animation is an Important Marketing Tool Published on 10 Dec 2019 by Denisa ZettlovaTopics: Fish Food Animation is a great way to get into the world of marketing. In today’s fast-paced creative marketing world you want to do anything you can to get your product recognized. A simple written announcement is not enough to create hype around your product anymore. Even your loyal customers would get bored of your never changing practices. In that case, it’s good to change up your content every now and then and get your audience’s interest peaked. Animation is one of those solutions. Continue reading “Why Animation is an Important Marketing Tool”
Christmas in the Workplace Challenge Published on 05 Dec 2019 by Julia MillidgeTopics: Fish Food Christmas for most people is a time of fun, presents, and slight over indulgence ..but for some it can be a time of worry, increased stress, or loneliness. The HR team needs to be aware of these aspects of Christmas as not all staff are going to be feeling the traditional Christmas cheer. In the multi-faith workplace, HR also need to be aware that not everyone will want to celebrate the Christian festival. Continue reading “Christmas in the Workplace Challenge”
What’s in the Business Financial Statement? Published on 05 Nov 2019 by Sarah RobertsTopics: Fish Food Business owners are responsible for the economic prospects of their business, the buck quite literally stops with them. Keeping an eye on the daily sales and expenses while aiming towards growth will only get them so far. If growth of the business is to be approached with both foresight and insight, there is a key document that any business owner needs their organisation to have …the financial statement. Continue reading “What’s in the Business Financial Statement?”
Payara Services Builds Community Through Surveys Published on 15 Aug 2019 by Debbie HoffmanTopics: Fish Food Love it or hate it, the internet has turned media from a one-to-many communication channel to one that can either reach people one-on-one or open the doors to communicating in a many-to-many direction. Social media and messaging apps further increase the opportunities to reach your customers and invite customers to reach you. Continue reading “Payara Services Builds Community Through Surveys”
Work Appraisals – Friend or Foe! Published on 05 Aug 2019 by Julia MillidgeTopics: Fish Food Do You Recognize This Workplace conversation? Your Manager: “Hey – tomorrow I’ve got to do your appraisal…can we squeeze something in the dairy for the last 30 min of the day….”. You: “Okay…Emmm..is everything okay with my work?… “(dread and fear rising…beads of sweat forming!) Continue reading “Work Appraisals – Friend or Foe!”
Payara Opens Applications for Internships Published on 28 Jun 2019 by Julia MillidgeTopics: Educational Projects, Fish Food Payara has opened applications for its internship programme, providing the opportunity for successful candidates to learn from its experienced and international team. Continue reading “Payara Opens Applications for Internships”
Breaking Agile Rules at Payara Published on 03 Jun 2019 by Eliot MartinTopics: Fish Food I’m a Project Manager at Payara and I love Agile. Continue reading “Breaking Agile Rules at Payara”
International Trading Compliance Published on 01 May 2019 by Sarah RobertsTopics: Fish Food As Payara supplies our support both domestically and internationally, I thought it prudent to attend a recent course hosted by the local Chamber of Commerce regarding International Trade Compliance to understand better the requirements of export …..especially in light of the eventual UK exit from Europe! Continue reading “International Trading Compliance”
HR Forum for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Published on 15 Mar 2019 by Julia MillidgeTopics: Fish FoodLeave a Comment on HR Forum for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace It’s always good to keep yourself up to date with industry news, so as part of my Professional Development with Payara I signed up for the HW Chamber of Commerce HR forum meet up. Continue reading “HR Forum for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace”
