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Office items that our team just can’t live without!

Hey there everyone,

How’s your January going?

Let me guess,

You’ve already caved on your month-long promise of cutting out chocolate and only been to the gym once since signing up? Really was the extra fee so you could use the spa necessary? – also take the Christmas decs down in the office (you know who you are)

It’s still dark and cold outside, however we’re in a brand-new year! A new year brings potential exciting opportunities and changes. Going back to work maybe you’ve made the decision to change around your desk? Be more organised and efficient! With that we present to you 2 favourite items that we just can’t live without on our office desk – minus a computer and multitude of free pens!

Connor – Recruitment Consultant

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Our recruitment consultant Connor has a very tidy desk most of the time. Multiple post it notes and scrunched up pieces of paper are never to be seen! However, a very well organised whiteboard with day today tasks and a fancy glass water bottle are two never changing features, without them we’re not entirely sure how he would function. Furthermore, Connor’s favourite non chewable metal pen (you should see some of the others) is always on his person ready to take notes.

Beth – Media Executive

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Beth the media executive has quite the vibrant desk. On counting there is 7 pink items on it (ranging from a coffee cup, pencil case to notepads). Presenting her creative side Beth has decorated the desk with two fake plants and two desk organisers. Why this is necessary, we don’t know – but at least her desk is organised! A calendar counting down the weeks until her partner returns home (yet to discover if he’s real) and marketing organiser is two of Beth’s prized possessions.

Jamie – Director

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Our Director Jamie has a chaotic desk, just like our Media Executive’s. Pieces of paper engulf the desk, yet he never loses anything! Highlighters and Tipp-ex appear to be common items which Jamie doesn’t live without (there’s a mouse Tipp-ex which he particularly likes), alongside a sweet photo of his family and a coffee cup which is regularly refilled. 

Matthew – Director

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Where do we start with Matthew’s desk? All I can say is that it looks like an image from Pinterest. Everything on the desk is placed evenly, all variations of monochrome with a plant to add a pop of colour. The organisation of this is minimalist to a new level! The most important items on Matthew’s desk is his air pods (we question as to whether he may sleep wearing them) and his 2020 Diary. 

So there you have it, 2 office items that we each can’t live without! All we need now is a office dog!

MLA EXPO 19

MLA EXPO 19 – A team day away!

Beth Wilshaw-Rhead, Media Executive of SFR Recruitment Solutions.

Yawning, in the dire need for a morning coffee our team embarked on the journey to the international centre in Telford to attend the Master Locksmiths Association 2019. After a few hours in the car and a slightly disappointing pastry from the services we made it! Slightly confused about the whereabouts of the car park we decided to follow a van with the word ‘locksmith’ on it and surprisingly enough we found our way to the right car park.

MLA EXPO 2019, Telford International Centre

The exhibition was well laid out, professional stands and unique products filled the space, meaning that it took many laps around the event to see everything and engage with people. It was enjoyable to see the passion that many had for their company, brand or product. From antique locks, bespoke safes and underwater security systems there was so many interesting products which demanded our attention. Overall the day was interesting, hectic, yet enjoyable. Anyway, enough talking, here is 5 points from each of our team members describing their own personal experience from the day- so enjoy

“Give me 5 points of what you enjoyed at the MLA Expo 19!”

Matt’s Points:

Matthew Robinson- Director
  • Perfect setting for the SFR Recruitment Solutions team to meet up with clients.
  • Several candidates that have found new career challenges through the help of our team welcomed us on the stands to view the product range.
  • Great to see the new innovations in the industry + a brilliant atmosphere in the arena
  • The show successfully showcased the wider industry and the solutions for all security needs. 
  • Attending the show helped us learn a lot which will only help us recruit talent in the sector.

Jamie’s Points:

Jamie Smith- Director
  • I personally had an amazing experience at the MLA 2019 EXPO, a chance to meet and greet face to face with clients new and old.
  • Always good to break away from the office and have a team bonding day to an event within our industry.
  • A great range of products that I am particularly interested in i.e. Architectural Hardware, Door hardware, Locks. Locking systems and safes.
  • Always interesting to see the existing locking systems and what the future holds with finger recognition and smart locks/security products.
  • A very friendly and well organised environment, with a good selection of refreshments.

Also, a big thank you to Access2, Dormakaba, Henry Squire & Sons, Abus and Securikey, for engaging us with there product demonstrations and Free gifts, it was much appreciated indeed!

Connor’s Points:

Connor Delbridge-Card
Recruitment Consultant
  • Great environment to get hands on with the latest products
  • Fantastic to meet with new people throughout the sector
  • A great setting, representing the size of the industry
  • The chance to finally experience the ABUS Touch Padlock
  • Great hospitality by all businesses in attendance – importantly the free beer from Access2

Beth’s Points:

Beth Wilshaw-Rhead
Media Executive
  • The exhibition was very well laid out and was a pleasure to attend
  • There was so many interesting products to see – particularly some of the antique lock hardware.
  • Brilliant hospitality!
  • Great opportunity to meet different people and see the shared enthusiasm and passion for the industry that we work within
  • Loved the eco friendly stand presented by Securikey Ltd and the free eco-friendly travel mug! Thank you guys!

Overall our team at SFR Recruitment Solutions had a brilliant time at the MLA Expo 2019- See you all in 2020!

SFR Recruitment Solutions