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Seven tips for giving a winning presentation

Being able to speak in public is a valuable skill to have in many professions. Here are our top tips for giving a presentation or speech. Prepare Reduce the need to worry by being as prepared as possible – practice your presentation or speech until you can say it without thinking, perform it in front of friends […]
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3 fascinating career paths in healthcare

Wondering what you can do with your Health and Social Care qualification? If you have a healthcare qualification or are considering getting one, read on to find out some of the fascinating career paths you could follow. It’s not just doctors and nurses, you know. Call Handler / Emergency Medical Dispatchers Call Handlers and Emergency Medical Dispatchers work in […]
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Need some career inspiration? Take these credible career quizzes

If you’re not sure what you want to do for a career, taking a career quiz can be a great way to get some inspiration. Although no test can tell you exactly what you should be doing with your life, they can be a fun way to get some pointers in the right direction based […]
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Series: Starting a new business – How to tell if your business idea is viable

Do you think you have an amazing idea for a business? Maybe you want to turn your hobby or passion into a money maker? Or perhaps you’ve thought of the next big thing to take the tech start–up world by storm? Now what? Just because you have a great idea and heaps of passion, that […]
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Book Summary: Why we work by Barry Schwartz

‘Why we Work’ examines what motivates us to get out of bed in the morning and go to work. Barry Schwartz is a Psychologist, author and famous TED Talker who dedicates himself to tackling what he believes to be the psychological plagues of modern living. His 2015 Ted Talk ‘The way we think about work […]
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Sebastian T: “College allowed me to step out of my shell and meet new and amazing individuals”

Sebastian studied his A levels at Christ the King Sixth Form. Now a Visual Content Creator, he spoke to our Alumni team about his career so far and how his time at Christ the King helped him get where he is today. Sebastian took A levels in Media Studies, Biology and Psychology. “My Media Studies tutor […]
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Productivity series: 5 simple things you can change in your workspace to get more done

If you’re struggling to focus, there may be a very simple solution to the problem. Read on to find out what you can change in your workspace for an instant productivity boost. How you set up your workspace The set-up of your workspace, in terms of the positioning of your chair, desk and technology can have […]
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The difference between a career and a job and why it’s important

The main difference between a career and a job is that a job is just something you do for money, whereas a career is a long-term endeavour, something you build towards and work upon every day. A job is just a role, but a career is made up of the combination of roles, experiences, education […]
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How to research for a job interview

In order to make the best possible impression with your cover letter or during your interview, you should research the company you’re applying to work for. Why? It shows you’re passionate about the job if you’ve done your homework The more you know about a company, the more you’ll be able to show them […]
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Could you teach? Find out here

Considering a career as a teacher? Whether you’re just starting out, or you want to change careers, here’s what you need to know. 5 great reasons to be a teacher You’ll have amazing job satisfaction from extremely varied work that makes a real difference You get to see the results of all your hard […]
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5 useful tools for starting a new brand

Having a strong brand is vital for a new business. If you’re an entrepreneur, this article can help you build your brand using some useful online tools. Having a strong brand helps… You stand out in a saturated market Your target customers find you Build trust with your customers Make marketing and advertising more effective Give you and […]
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Blanche Kadjo: Dental student wants to provide dental work in rural Africa

Blanche studied her A levels at Christ the King. Her qualifications allowed her to get into university, where she is now pursuing her dream of becoming a dentist and providing dental work to rural areas in Africa. Blanche told our Alumni Team about how her time at Christ the King helped her get where she […]
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