Retirement is an odd word, which means different things to different people. Most common is the fact that retirement means you have reached the end of your working life, either voluntarily or reluctantly. There is a general feeling that we are all wanting to get to retirement and enjoy the fruits … [Read more...]
Develop branding – do you know who you are?
Nowadays our world, both personally and in business, is governed by the internet which is reflected in a staggering statistic that there are 3.5 billion queries entered into Google on a daily basis, which makes branding a vital component of any successful enterprise. Branding yourself or your … [Read more...]
Are you a game changer?
There is no doubt that as a game changer you have the opportunity of making a difference wherever you chose to work. A game changer may come from various different academic backgrounds. The good news is that according to a recent article in the Sunday Times, the big consultancy firms, eg: PWC, … [Read more...]
Quasi-Generational Workplace – Bridging the Gap
For the first time, four generations are finding themselves side -by-side in the workplace. Age is no longer an adequate and definitive means for role assignment, as we see many young professionals rapidly climbing corporate ladders and surpassing many twice their years. Rules, or "tricks of the … [Read more...]
Interview scenario preparation
It was interesting to see reporter Graham Satchell on BBC Breakfast this morning going to a mock job interview with Matthew Riley, Daisy Group PLC. It highlighted a few points which I've been reiterating over the last few months. PREPARE - INVESTIGATE - RESEARCH Prepare … [Read more...]
LinkedIn and job and client searching
I recently wrote a blog at Birds on the Blog about how to use LinkedIn for job searching and reminded myself of how important it is as social networking site for professionals. Not only are there jobs advertised but there are also numerous opportunities for positioning companies and individuals as … [Read more...]
How to structure a CV
Think TOPICAL. What do I mean by TOPICAL? T - Targeted at the specific vacancy, role or sector you are applying for O - Ordered and set out in a clear way P - Positive; demonstrate your achievements, your skills and your confidence I - Informative; gives relevant and reasonable … [Read more...]
Employment Law Updates – Quiz
Image by Staciaann Photography via Flickr It's 2010 - a sigh of relief that we've got here. 2009 has been a challenging year for many of us, and despite the recession, lawmakers continue to update and later legislation which affects businesses employing people. Why not try our quiz and check … [Read more...]
Career Switchers
Image by Getty Images via Daylife We've done the shifting now it's onto switching. What will it be next? Many of the city professionals are changing direction and using their transferable skills to find alternative employment. Jack Grimston writes in the Sunday Times that "Bankers, Lawyers … [Read more...]
Being a good employer can be good for business
Image via Wikipedia The CIPD's seasonal employment law quiz made me think! How many employers fail when it comes to compliance and understanding their obligations? I bet it's a bigger number than you think. This report looks at how your employment practices can impact on your business … [Read more...]
