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Interview advice you should ignoreBeing prepared for an interview is extremely important. Almost everyone has a different opinion on how to interview well. However, whilst there’s plenty of advice out there, it pays to be discerning as to which bits you follow and which bits you don’t. We scoured the internet for the ‘classic’ interview tips it’s probably best […]READ MORE
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Successful women give their tips for balancing a family and a careerPlenty of former students of Christ the King Sixth Form College have shown how to get a qualification and have a career alongside having a family. With the growth in the number of employers offering flexible working patterns, part-time opportunities, plus greater support, it’s possible to balance the needs of a family with your career […]READ MORE
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How to resign (and good reasons to do it)There are a few good reasons to quit your job, and each requires a different approach. Here’s some advice on resigning respectfully, on amicable terms and with a good reference, no matter which of the following scenarios apply to your situation. Remember, the decision to resign should never be taken lightly. It’s important to take […]READ MORE
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Start-up buzzwords de-codedThe rise of the start-up phenomenon has also seen the rise of buzzwords, abbreviations and lingo that can sometimes be hard to keep up with. Forbes.com argues that “Buzzwords wind up in TED Talks, pitch meetings and every tech journalist’s inbox in-between. “Jargon started out as a shorthand for business — special words or expressions […]READ MORE
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Should you consider a portfolio career?Forget having just one career. A portfolio career is where an individual works on several projects for different organisations. It’s similar to traditional freelancing, but portfolio workers often have lots of different strings to their bow, utilising several skills or talents to cherry-pick multiple career ‘strands.’ The Career Shifters website suggests two key reasons why […]READ MORE
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Easy networking hacks to start todayNot everyone finds it easy to walk into a crowded room and introduce themselves to strangers. Nor does everyone understand how to navigate their way around a business social network without making an etiquette faux pas. If you’re one of these people who finds the whole business of networking a bit overwhelming and more than […]READ MORE
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CV clichés and how to avoid themOverused and unoriginal phrases are a great way to see your CV get tossed aside, no matter how qualified you are for the job. Your recruiter or potential employer sees countless CVs over the course of the hiring process; since the start of the pandemic there has been a huge rise in the number of […]READ MORE
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Tips for a better work/life balanceIs the daily grind getting you down? Are you struggling to balance your working hours with time for family, exercise and relaxation? Is working at home, or under the pandemic restrictions, increasing the problem? According to the OECD, “the ability to successfully combine work, family commitments and personal life is important for the well-being of […]READ MORE
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Can sleep make you smarter?Well, no – not specifically. But it does make your brain work a lot better, especially when it comes to learning new things. According to a lecturer in neuroscience at the University of Manchester, we should spend about one third of our time asleep because it “is not only critical for staying alert and attentive,” […]READ MORE
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Tips on negotiating salary for a new jobNegotiating your salary can be a tough balancing act between undervaluing and overvaluing yourself. If you suggest a salary that’s too high, you could price yourself out, as employers may offer the job to someone more affordable. Equally, if you give a figure that’s too low, employers may not think you’re senior enough for the […]READ MORE
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The benefits of using keywords in your CVIn today’s digital world, recruitment has, to a large extent, moved online. Employers and recruiters have access to vast numbers of CVs for potential candidates from huge online recruitment databases, online job sites and LinkedIn. According to Jobsite.co.uk, “the average CV is only looked at for 10 seconds.” That’s because “typically a Recruitment Consultant might […]READ MORE
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Interview smarts: “Where do you see yourself in three years’ time?”Not ready to tell a complete stranger where you want to be in three years? Or are you worried that, if you don’t say you want to still be working for the same company, that they’ll immediately put a red mark against your name? Don’t panic. What employers are often using this question to gauge […]READ MORE