How to make a brilliant first impression
Job seeking is more challenging with an ever changing job market full of potential candidates who are both active and passive in their job hunts. When you embark on the hunt for a new job, it’s increasingly important to stand out from the crowd and be different. Just like the world of dating, making the […]
New year, new job – top tips on how to prepare for your job hunt
As another year comes to an end, a new year brings fresh beginnings and resolutions. It should come as no surprise, therefore, that we also see a surge of job seekers flooding the market, making the competition fierce. So, if your resolution is to find that dream role, then consider these six steps that will […]
Top tips on preparing for a job interview
You have done the hard work – applying for a job and getting an interview but how do you put yourself in the best position to land the role. Preparation is key. First impressions count, so making a positive impression is obviously going to increase your chances of success. Here are some top tips to […]
Top tips for success when applying for your first job
How do you stand out from the crowd when applying for your first job? As an HR professional that is the number one question that I am asked when meeting students looking for that first break into the world of work. It can be a daunting task and you often only have one chance to […]
Top tips on how to get the most benefit from a break from work
Even workaholics need to take a break from work. It’s not just a ‘nice to do’ but switching off from work is essential for your well-being. But how do you disconnect from work and resist the urge to check your work emails when smartphones and tablets make us so easily connected? Here we offer some […]
Considering a new career? Top tips on how to transfer your skills
Are you stuck in a rut, or in a career that doesn’t really interest you? Wish you could try something new but don’t think you have the right skills? Think again. Transferring your skills into a new career, such as the growing and fast-paced tech space, can be an exciting process. Here are some top […]
Top tips on how to have a difficult conversation at work
There are always going to be those times in our working life when we need to have that difficult conversation. They’re often awkward, perhaps even unpleasant, but unfortunately inevitable. Whether it’s the perpetual poor time keeper, the underperformer or the ‘drainer’ who generates a negative vibe, we’ve all been there. And burying your head in […]
Top tips on how to climb the career ladder
Do you remember being asked as a child ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ I swayed between being a nurse, an air stewardess and a hotel manager on a regular basis. But whether you said, for example, doctor, vet, TV presenter, dancer, astronaut, or Bob the Builder – I bet you […]
It’s time to blossom: Top tips on how to find a new job
Spring is in the air and so is the feeling of rejuvenation and new beginnings, with longer days, plants blossoming and the sounds of bird song. With such positive energy in the air, it’s also traditionally the time of year we look to have a good ‘spring clean’ to declutter and reboot. And part of […]
How to make sure your CV is just the job
It pays to make a good first impression and that’s particularly true when it comes to looking for a new job. That is why a CV that helps you stand out from the crowd and gain an interview with a prospective employer is so important. It’s a chance to showcase your skills, experience and qualities, […]