Congratulations to Impact Development Training Group for their employment award.

I am always really pleased to see local businesses win such things, as it shows their commitment to their employees which in turn will have a substantial positive result on their profit margins.

You would be amazed at the impact (no pun intended!) such awards have on the staff of the business. It reassures them that they are working for a good business which cares about them and their development.

Given that this business was the only one in Cumbria to win such an award I urge all businesses to take part next year – just considering the questions asked will focus your minds as to whether you are indeed good employers or if in actual fact you’re just interested in the bottom line and couldn’t give a damn about your employees.

I throw the gauntlet down to you!!