Outplacement: Ever heard the saying ‘two heads are better than one’? Well, the same holds true in business - and we think three heads are better than two! And we know that collaboration is often the key to success. So we are excited to announce that, due to the ongoing and challenging CV19 job … [Read more...]
Seven Career Change Questions
1. Should I, and can I, change career direction? No easy answer is possible. About a third of our candidates do change career direction, some slightly and other significantly. 2. Can I find fulfilment “outside”? Many organisations become like a second family. It may be difficult for you think of … [Read more...]
5 ideas that will help you make your next career choice and get you a better job
If you are at a career crossroads you are often slightly confused about the next steps you should take. Should your career path continue in the same vein as it is now or, are you totally dissatisfied and disillusioned, burnt out or just out of work and do not know what to do next? Whatever your … [Read more...]
10 self-report exercises to promote your job search
One of the many strategies for job searching is having relevant and up-to-date information about yourself so that you can align yourself with job adverts and employers within your professional field. It takes hard work and diligence to prepare well for your job search and often this task is … [Read more...]
9 things you need to know about yourself before you start job searching
Job searching is a challenging time. Even when you think you know what you want to do, and you are sure that you have the skills and expertise to find a new job, there is always a little bit more to think about. Changing jobs or starting out on your career requires plenty of preparation and … [Read more...]
Can’t see the wood for the trees? Reasons to use a career coach
Anyone who is thinking about a career change needs to know what is involved and there is much to consider as using a career coach or career consultant can facilitate the process. The process may include assessment, reflection, research and testing options together with personal homework and … [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...]
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...]
Job Seeker: Question Time
As a job seeker you need to be prepared to answer a range of different interview questions on numerous topics. Interviewers want to find out whether you as the job seeker have the ability, knowledge and motivation to fit into their organisation and make a valid contribution so the topics you'll … [Read more...]
The Write Way to Get a Job
Is there a right way or a wrong way to get a job? It's an age old conundrum. However to help you with this elusive enigma we've been asked by How to Write Better to start a regular new column offering tips and advice on everything about getting that dream job. Hints and tips for preparing … [Read more...]
