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The State of the UK Home Improvement Market 2026

Why the £21 Billion Surge is a Goldmine for Field Sales Recently, the Citrus Connect team ventured out to the Ideal Home Show. We wanted to walk the floors, speak […]

The Q2 2026 Hiring Reality: Why the Market is Stabilising and How to Capitalise

If you’ve been reading the headlines over the first quarter of the year, you’re probably suffering from economic whiplash. One day we are facing a “talent shortage,” and the next, […]

February 2026: The Signal – What’s Actually Moving?

Last month, we sat down to talk about the Confidence Gap, that frustrating reality where millions have the skills to move but are simply too nervous to pull the trigger. […]

2026 Sales Market Outlook: Signals, Not Noise

What is actually happening beneath the headlines. In 2026, the sales market isn’t confused. It’s just ruthless about quality. We recently reviewed industry data showing that 42% of UK employees feel trapped […]

Best CRMs for Small Sales Teams

For a small but ambitious sales team, every sales opportunity is gold, every conversation matters, and every minute counts. Juggling contacts in spreadsheets, tracking deals in notebooks, and managing follow-ups […]

Citrus Weekly – UK Business: Adapting to Market Shifts & Easter Greetings 17 April 2025

It’s been another busy week, and as we approach the Easter break, I wanted to share some key insights into the dynamic UK business landscape. It’s a time of both […]

Citrus Connect Weekly – Why the Right Sales Talent Matters More Than Ever – 11 April 2025

It’s certainly a dynamic time for UK businesses. This week’s news underscores the complex landscape we’re navigating, and it brings into sharp focus why securing the right kind of sales talent isn’t […]

Citrus Connect Weekly – Energy, Home Improvement, and UK Employment Realities – Opportunities for Sales Professionals – 28 March 2025

The UK Job Market: A Tale of Two Realities New research from Indeed reveals a huge disconnect: 74% of employers struggle to find quality candidates, while 64% of job seekers have […]

Self-Employment in 2025: A Powerful Engine for Growth – Citrus Connect Weekly 14 March 2025

It’s been a busy and productive few weeks at Citrus Connect Recruitment, and as we move further into 2025, I’ve been reflecting on some of the key trends and developments […]

UK Job Market Update: Navigating the Mixed Signals of 2025 – Citrus Connect Weekly, 28 Feb 2025

As we wrap up the first two months of 2025, it’s a good time to assess the trends shaping the UK employment landscape and look ahead to what the rest […]

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