Over 50? Over the hill? It’s not what most employers believe.

New research shows nearly one in 10 over-50s did not admit to turning 50 at work for fear that colleagues would regard them as old. With the under-40s believing the over-50s block their career progression they in turn worry their own careers will stall when they hit...

Is it normal?’ – Insurer unveils new focus on mental heath

Bupa UK has unveiled a new brand campaign which focuses on mental health and challenges what’s considered to be ‘normal’. Their aim is to normalise the need to seek support for mental health by offering reassurance that with over seven billion versions of ‘normal’ on...

Talking Finances with Women: advo Interviews Carole Haswell

Carole Haswell returned to the finance industry after a career break and was stunned to discover that, despite huge shifts elsewhere in the equality landscape, the male-dominated world of financial advice remains largely unchanged. She’s railing against the status quo...

advo ‘OSCARS’ – the Winners

At the close of 2019 advo held its annual ‘Oscars’ to recognise members of staff that have gone above and beyond the customary high standards.  Recipients are mostly chosen by peers but the overall award, ‘Star of the Year’ is selected by the Management Team.  This...