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Banish bullying in the workplace
You may think that bullying is something that only happens in the playground, but sadly bullying in the workplace is something many adults unexpectedly find themselves dealing with. At work, it can be a lot more subtle than the traditional name calling and physical threats you may first think of when someone mentions bullying. Although […]
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Reducing Workplace Stress
Managing stress is important in the workplace. If you often feel stressed at work, you might be at risk of developing depression or anxiety. Stress can also make existing mental health problems worse. In honour of National Stress Awareness Day on the 1st of November, we’ve put together a guide on how to manage workplace […]
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Resolving conflict in the workplace
How do you resolve conflict when it happens at work? If you’re starting to feel like you’re heading into a war zone rather than a workplace every morning, then you need our top tips for conflict resolution. Face the conflict head on Burying your head in the sand won’t make the disagreement go away […]
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Telltale signs an employer is not the one
In the words of Love Island contestants, if a potential employer is not “your type on paper”, they might not be right for you at all. But with so many job opportunities out there, it can be hard figuring out which one will be your ideal fit – and there’s no spending two months in a villa in […]
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Meet the team behind the stars
A new report has revealed Royal couple Kate and William often travel with a 14-strong entourage. As well as hairdressers and stylists, their staff includes PAs, logistics managers, tour managers and several press secretaries. We know being rich and famous is tough so having a little help here and there is essential. It’s not just […]
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The easy way to get back in the saddle
Getting back into the swing of things at work following a long absence is never easy. There are a variety of reasons for taking time out: maternity leave, looking after a family, enjoying a gap year or even going through redundancy. But, whatever the circumstances, getting back in the saddle needn’t be a drama. Here are […]
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The secret to earning respect
When things don’t go the way we want them to at work, the urge to throw a tantrum can be overwhelming. Just ask Jose Mourinho. The feisty Man United boss has previously stormed out of a post-match press conference after becoming irritated at the ‘lack of respect’ he gets from the media. Respect in the […]
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Your top five opening lines
Excellent customer service is important, regardless of which sector you work in, from financial services to forestry and health to hospitality. And the one common factor is the ability to know what to say in sticky situations. So we’ve compiled a list of the top five things to say first, before any communication breakdown is […]
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How to avoid hot desk anxiety
More and more of us are hot desking and it’s not simply a response to this summer’s sweltering heat. In offices where employees work shift patterns, asking staff to find a new spot every day instead of offering fixed desks is pretty commonplace. Bosses like it because it’s a cost-saving measure – not everyone is […]
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How to ace your appraisal
Whether we like it or not, performance reviews are a common a part of working life. So here’s your guide to keeping calm and dealing with them effectively. Prepare yourself Prior to your review, take stock of your work. Where did you excel? Are there specific achievements? Are you fulfilling the expectations of the job […]