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How to find the right diverse employer for you
over 1 year ago by Zoe SteelYour job should be more than just a place you go to for 8 hours and do what you're told. A job should mean being part of a team culture which treats their employees with respect and integrity and where you are encouraged to push yourself to challenge your own abilities. Diversity is increasingly becoming a hot topic which organisations are paying more attention to, but are y...
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Getting a step closer to that promotion
over 1 year ago by Zoe SteelTurning up to work on time and meeting your deadlines are the basic essentials of doing your job, but how will going that extra mile get you a step closer to a promotion? Career progression shouldn't be determined by how long you've been in the job, but rather how much effort you put into your job and the value it creates. A promotion will not happen overnight but you can ma...
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How to get the best jobs in 2017
about 2 years ago by Zoe SteelIt's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new year - are you feeling good? If the prospect of spending another 12 months in your current job sends shivers down the back of your spine, then we can help. Finding a new job might be a particularly daunting task; but with the skills shortage in the UK and employment demand high, you're firmly in the driving seat in this candidate-l...
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Are you hot in 2017?
about 2 years ago by Zoe SteelWe might be in the depths of a typical British winter, but this January you and your skills are a hot topic for businesses across the UK. The UK has been experiencing a skills shortage, with a sharp increase in demand for staff at 60.6% (the highest for the year). Simply put your skills could be in demand, and there are people out there looking for candidates just like you. ...
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How can I tell if it's time for a new job?
over 2 years ago by Zoe SteelThere's nothing worse than feeling like you're stuck in a rut or unhappy at work. According to Business Insider, an average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime - roughly 30%. This is far too long to be unhappy for, so if you're feeling down every morning and dread the office, it could be time for a change. The first step is to evaluate your current pos...
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Social media - who's looking at your profile?
over 2 years ago by Zoe SteelWhen you're looking for a new role, understandably most of your focus will be on making sure that recruiters and employers are both looking at your CV. Whilst this is a great place to start, you shouldn't forget the online presence that you already have. Your social media profiles are important when you're actively looking for a new role and if you're not looking just yet. J...
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How to ask for training and development
over 2 years ago by Zoe SteelRequesting training can be a scary prospect if it isn't freely encouraged in your workplace. Here's how you can make those conversations a little less daunting and get the training you need to get ahead. Why training and development? Before asking for any development or training, think about why you want it in the first place. There's a whole world full of things you could l...
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Millennials: Which type are you?
over 2 years ago by Zoe SteelFor a millennial in the workplace, it can sometimes seem like you're banded together with a group of people that you don't feel you've got a huge amount in common with. With some articles calling out millennials as lazy, selfish and lacking in commitment, it's easy to let assumptions and stereotypes cloud just how important you are to the UK workforce and economy. With your ...
