Career Development · Brook Street

10 top tips for creating an effective LinkedIn profile
2 months ago by Daniel Stack
In today’s competitive job market, a strong LinkedIn profile is no longer optional; it’s essential. As one of the world’s largest professional networking platforms, LinkedIn is often the first place recruiters and potential employers will go to learn more about you and make their first impressions of you.Here are our top tips for creating an effective LinkedIn profile:1. Sta...
How to write a winning profile summary for your contact centre CV
7 months ago by Daniel Stack
When writing a contact centre profile summary for your CV, aim to highlight your skills, experience and key attributes that align with the role you’re applying for. Remember that recruiters will scan your CV for the keywords they’re looking for,so make sure to include relevant ones throughout your CV, including in your profile summary.Take a look at our step-by-step instruc...
Court ushers: What they do and how to become one
about 1 year ago by Daniel Stack
Excellent communication, legal knowledge and patience. If you possess these skills, you may just have what it takes to be a court usher. Court ushers play a crucial role in maintaining order and providing hospitality in and outside of the courtroom. In this blog, we will delve into the significance of court ushers, explore how you can get into this career and examine the ski...
Admin roles – stepping stone or career?
about 2 years ago by Daniel Stack
Calm under pressure, unflappable when problems arise and trusted as a safe pair of hands − admins form the backbone of businesses and are heavily relied on to keep the cogs of the wheel turning. But despite the importance of their roles, these professionals can find themselves stuck in a rut, often struggling to have their contributions fairly valued.A common misconception i...
10 tips on how to succeed in your job search
over 2 years ago by Daniel Stack
Getting itchy feet at work? Looking for an opportunity to showcase your true skills? Returning to work or recently been made redundant?Whatever the reason, job hunting can be daunting, especially if your planned move means a change of sector, a step up, or maybe even your first ever role. With your career, as with every journey, the first step is to identify your ideal...
The Great Vacancy Mountain – How to Find a Mid/Senior Level Job
over 2 years ago by Daniel Stack
The current abundance of job vacancies does not mean it’s easy to get your dream job – especially for mid to senior level roles. In the last 40 years, the UK has seen a butter mountain, a cheese mountain, and even a beef mountain, as surplus food production met a shortage of buyers. But now, there’s a different kind of surplus – meet The Great Vacancy Mountain – as for the...
How to leverage social media for job search success
about 3 years ago by Daniel Stack
LinkedIn may be the first social network most people think of when it comes to a job search. However, personal branding through social media can take place on any platform, from Instagram to Twitter, Facebook to TikTok. For job seekers, here are our top tips to maximise positive exposure through strategically using social media channels. Complete a social media a...
How to get noticed for a career promotion
over 3 years ago by Daniel Stack
With Covid once again forcing many organisations to back-pedal on their return to the office, instead leaving many of us remote working, it can feel like more of a challenge to catch the attention of management, show your worth and gain a promotion. But it’s possible to put the spotlight on your achievements and potential for the next level, including highlighting accompli...
12 questions job candidates should ask recruiters
over 3 years ago by Daniel Stack
Recruiters and headhunters are often the ones who conduct the first round of interviews. This interview offers you an opportunity to learn about the company, and perhaps get hard-to-find information that will assist you in later rounds of interviews. Interviews with recruiters and headhunters also help you to decide if you are interested in working for the organisation, or...