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Is Your Business Idea a Stroke of Genius or a Pipe Dream?

You’ve had a eureka moment—a spark of genius where your idea shines like a lighthouse beacon. It could be a hobby you’re itching to monetise or a tech innovation that’s nothing short of revolutionary. But before you dive headfirst into the entrepreneurial waters, it’s crucial to gauge whether your brainchild has the makings of a […]
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5 Morning Hacks to Skyrocket Your Day’s Productivity

We all know those days when we hit snooze one too many times, scramble through the morning, and end up feeling like we’re constantly playing catch-up. It’s a domino effect; one sluggish start can throw off your entire day. But what if you could flip the script? Imagine mornings where each task flows into the […]
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How to ask for time off for training

Gaining new skills is good for both you and your employer. For you, it means you can tackle a wider range of tasks, solve problems more easily, and have a greater opportunity to climb the career ladder. For your employer, it means a workforce that can handle a variety of challenges without needing to hire […]
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Crafting Your Part-Time Career: Five Strategies for Success

Whether they’re taking time for family responsibilities or combining work and study, more and more people are working part-time: recent research shows almost 8.5m workers have part-time hours, and despite the pandemic, the figures continue to rise. Choosing to work in this way provides some major benefits, primarily flexibility, which helps in balancing personal and […]
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Workaholic Woes: Recognising the Signs and Finding Balance

Most addictions are perceived negatively and feel like a badge of shame, but for workaholics, it can feel like a source of pride. After all, our work culture prizes people who can put in the hours. However, it’s important to understand that our careers are a marathon, not a sprint: in the long run, overwork […]
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Mastering the Pay Rise Conversation: A Step-by-Step Guide

For many of us, one of the topics that often tiptoes on the thin line between anxiety and excitement is the discussion of a pay rise. It’s a conversation that holds the promise of acknowledgement for your hard work, dedication, and the value you have added to your organisation. However, making the most of these […]
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Speaking Up: 15 Tips to Enhance Your Communication Skills

Across the modern working world, the ability to communicate effectively is more than just a desirable trait—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re interacting with colleagues, managing a team, or liaising with clients, clear and concise communication is the key to success. As an alumnus of the College, you’ve already honed a variety of skills for the […]
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How to hit the ground running after a career break

There are many reasons why you might have to put your career on pause for a while, whether it’s bringing up kids, taking care of elderly relatives, or just pursuing a personal passion such as travel. And that means relaunching your career is increasingly a rite of passage. But that doesn’t make it easy: you […]
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Five jobs with the highest levels of happiness

Choosing a job – or switching careers – is one of the biggest decisions we make. In a survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, people rated it as more significant than when to start a family, whether to get married or where to live. It all makes sense: We spend nearly a third of […]
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How mentoring benefits everyone involved

A career mentor is generally an experienced and knowledgeable individual who provides guidance, support, and advice to someone (the mentee) looking to develop their professional skills and advance in their career. This relationship typically involves the mentor sharing their expertise, insights, and experiences to help the mentee overcome challenges, set career goals, and make informed […]
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Beat procrastination to get productive

Almost all of us find ourselves getting distracted or putting things off from time to time, but for around one in five people, it’s a chronic problem. Psychologists believe that we’re not born procrastinators, but it’s a habit that grows over time. Why do we procrastinate? Procrastination happens when we delay doing things we should […]
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Making your performance appraisal work for you

They can seem like a chore for bosses and employees, but if you want to climb the career ladder, it’s vital to take appraisals seriously. For your employer, they’re an opportunity to communicate their priorities and set targets. And for you, they’re a chance to talk about what you need to develop in your career […]
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