As a job seeker, it is essential to have a LinkedIn profile as your window for opportunity. Your profile needs to be dressed accordingly and LinkedIn now gives each member the chance portray themselves as best they can. Starting from the top: LinkedIn tips to having the best profile possible … [Read more...]
Job Search Strategy
Job search is no different from any other plan. You just need a robust and comprehensive strategy. A job search can take many forms and have many activities, the most important thing is to understand what you need to do and when. Planning tasks on a daily or regular basis make it more likely that … [Read more...]
Designing your collateral: job search correspondence
Cover Letters and Other Job Search Correspondence Job search is a job in itself, and preparation, planning and research are all part of the process that takes time and some effort. Correspondence is occasionally left to the last minute when it deserves some careful thought and activity. … [Read more...]
To see or be seen – social media for job seekers
The advent of social media means that all our lives are becoming more and more transparent. As a serious job seeker or job changer, what should you be aware of? Employers used to just read applications and CV and, then make an informed decision about short-listing and invitations to … [Read more...]
How to job search when you are following your partner to a new country
Relocation is not easy at the best of times but starting a new job search when you have just arrived in a new country can be a big challenge. First of all there maybe elements of settling into your new country. Your partner has a new role, is immediately meeting new colleagues and learning more … [Read more...]
Networking ‘netiquette’
Networking is an essential skill. It's a skill that encompasses communication, organisation and creative skills. The aim of networking can be different depending on your personal circumstances. For a new business owner, it's important to network to spread the word and use networking as part of … [Read more...]
Top tips on How to Get a Job
Finding a new job is hard work at the best of times and if you are feeling anxious about the process and how to tackle the task, read on and take note of How to Get a Job in 2015. Nine job searching tips Decide where you want to be and what you want to do. Have a real goal and and set … [Read more...]
The ABC Challenge for job seekers
Are you fed up at work? Perhaps you are returning to work after a career break, recently redundant or just looking for a change. This blog is for you. Bored, unhappy and unfilled? Sometimes it's the smallest things that make your work-life balance acceptable and occasionally it's the biggest … [Read more...]
Improve your Job Search and increase your LinkedIn Network
LinkedIn and Job Searching are synonymous Job searching is a challenge at the best of times and career coaches are continually talking to their clients about their online presence and how social media can support them as they look for work. LinkedIn is still one of the most resourceful rich … [Read more...]
Made Redundant: 3 Survival Tips
Being made redundant can be one of the most shocking events that happen to you. On a stress level being redundant comes nearly to the top of the list. What steps should you take to find employment again? Professional practical tips for the redundant include: Make sure you have an … [Read more...]
