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Perfect pitching skills for any situationWhether you’re pitching your new business to an investor, your new TV show idea to a production company, yourself to a potential employer or an idea in your next staff meeting, there’s a few things that can make the difference between success and falling flat. We’ve collected some of the best pitching advice from around […]READ MORE
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The Secrets of getting on with your work colleaguesOne popular request for advice from the Alumni Association is on the topic of getting on with your work colleagues. It seems that many of us have difficulty getting on with everyone at work, all of the time. That’s completely normal, but there are tactics you can employ to make your working relationships better. You […]READ MORE
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Why you procrastinate and how to stop doing itStop procrastinating! If only it was that simple. For around 20% of people, procrastination is a way of life. They leave deadlines to the last minute, put off going to the doctor for check-ups, delay answering emails (or use emails to delay doing other things), rarely leave the house on time, fail to go to […]READ MORE
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Working for big companies versus small companiesNot all businesses are created equal. In much the same way as choosing between city living or the country life, there are differences between working for a large company and a small one that can impact your quality of life. There is no right answer for which is ‘best’ but read on to see how […]READ MORE
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What to do when your mind goes blankDoes your mind ever go blank in stressful situation, such as during an exam, an interview, or giving a speech? Having a brain freeze can happen to anyone. “The problem doesn’t just affect those of us who generally suffer from anxiety. Virtually all of us are vulnerable to similar failures, finding it harder to recall […]READ MORE
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Can getting up earlier help your career?Some of the world’s most successful people get up early. Richard Branson reportedly gets up at 5.45, LinkedIn Executive Chairman Jeff Weiner wakes up at 5.30am, Apple CEO Tim Cook gets up at 3.45am, Oprah gets up at 6am and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is already in the gym at 4am, to name just a […]READ MORE
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How to balance taking a course with your jobThere are many reasons why taking a professional course can bring huge benefits to your career: Learning throughout your career can put you in an excellent position to fill skills gaps in the marketplace. A recent study by Prospects Luminate reported that 25% of roles surveyed were described by employers as ‘hard to fill due to […]READ MORE
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Career Choices: Working for a non-profit organisationWant a career where you can make a positive impact on the world? You may want to consider working for a non-profit organisation. Here’s what you need to know. Non-profit organisations are businesses that work to make a difference in the world, typically though charitable, educational, scientific, or religious means. They are so-called because any […]READ MORE
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What to do when your boss expects too muchDealing with this particular dilemma requires a delicate balance between two things. Wanting to impress your boss and not let them down, versus agreeing to do too much and setting yourself up for high stress and/or failure It’s important to address this early, as soon as you suspect you’re being asked to take on too […]READ MORE
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5 essential tips for improving your public speakingRead our tips for public speaking, from overcoming nerves and perfecting your body language to connecting with your audience and taking inspiration from the best speeches of all time. Overcoming nervousness Being nervous is completely normal when you’re speaking in public. Luckily, some people’s nerves can help their performance as the adrenaline rush makes them […]READ MORE
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Brainworks: improving memory as an adultChildren are better at retaining information than adults – but why? It’s because your brain reaches its peak performance around the age of 16, before your cognitive function starts to decline. It’s not all bad news though. You can actually help reverse this decline through working-out your brain just like you would your body through exercise. Our brains are […]READ MORE
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Stay motivated over the summer at work or collegeWhen the sun is shining it’s only natural for your mind to wander to thoughts of barbecues in the park and lounging on a beach far away from your desk. Most people find it challenging to stay motivated during the summer, but the work doesn’t stop just because the sun is out. You’ve got goals […]READ MORE