IWFM Veterans in FM Network : Two Years On – Progress, Impact & What’s Next!
Two years on from launch, we come together at the incredible Carisbrooke Hall, VSC, London, to reflect on how far we’ve come, and where we go next.
Agentic AI Could See Major Shift in FM
Agentic AI is starting to change how work gets done in Facilities Management.
So far, most AI has supported individual tasks like scheduling, maintenance planning and helpdesk triage...
'Workplace Connect' Event Reveals Shift to Three Core Priorities for Workplace Strategies
A recent Workplace Connect event in London highlighted three clear priorities shaping the modern workplace...
UK Facilities Management Teams Struggle with Compliance
A recent report highlights increasing pressure on facilities management teams across the UK, with many struggling to keep up with evolving compliance requirements.
How Many Stages Should The Hiring Process Be?
How many stages should your hiring process really have?
Advice to Candidates Wanting to Excel in their Career
Want to get noticed? Do the work, take the opportunities, and don’t sit still.
Is Your Job Description Turning Great FM Candidates Away?
Job descriptions are one of the most underrated tools in facilities management recruitment. But in today’s market, where skilled candidates are in high demand, a poorly written or outdated job spec could be doing more harm than good. At 300 North, we work closely with FM leaders and hiring teams every day, and we’ve seen how small changes to a job description can significantly enhance candidate engagement, diversity, and retention.
So today, we’re digging into what makes a job description appealing (or off-putting), why this matters more than ever in FM, and how you can use data-driven decisions to make your vacancies stand out.
Mastering the Hiring Process - Company Perspective
How you recruit says a lot about who you are as a business...
How to Build a Resilient FM Team in Today's Market
Facilities management is evolving fast. From shifting compliance requirements to sustainability goals and hybrid work models, today’s FM teams are balancing more than ever before.
But in a competitive hiring landscape, building a resilient, future-ready team takes more than filling vacancies - it takes strategy.
Here’s how smart FM leaders are shaping teams that can adapt, thrive, and add value long-term.
IWFM Veterans in FM Network Interview - Joe Lyon, Ops Director at Thermatic Technical FM
Michelle Connolly, Co-Founder and Director of 300 North and Committee Member of IWFM Veterans in FM Network had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Lyon, Operations Director at Thermatic Technical FM, who shares his journey from military service to senior leadership in FM. His story is a brilliant example of how the skills gained in the forces - leadership, adaptability, operational excellence etc translate so well into our industry.
Below is the interview transcript, but be sure to check out the full video on the IWFM Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69E8w2HL5lg



