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The most useful skills to develop for the ‘new normal’
No matter what sector you work in, it’s likely that your job has been affected by the ongoing pandemic in some way – whether it’s moving to working from home, getting used to new health and safety measures, being put on furlough leave or having to deal with redundancy. Some of these changes may not […]
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What are the worst things employers have seen on job applications?
At one time or another, we’ve all made an error on a job application. Whether that be an unfortunate typo, putting down the wrong contact details or even attaching the completely wrong CV – it can happen to even the most organised of people. Employers have been sharing on Reddit the worst things they’ve seen on job […]
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4 rewarding career paths that don’t require a degree
We’re often told from a young age that the best way to secure a well-paid and stable job is to study hard at school, go to university and graduate with a degree. While this might be true for many industries such as Medicine or Architecture, there are several career paths you can take that don’t […]
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5 simple relaxation exercises to combat stress
Changes can be exciting, but they can also be stressful and unsettling. We can probably all agree that this year’s big changes have been more of the latter. We’ve all had stress to deal with over the past few months and whether you’re worried about work, your loved ones or your own health – it […]
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Debunk the myths: Working in Sales
Welcome to the start of the new series of [site_name]‘ industry insights where we help you discover the truth about important job sectors. By debunking commonly held myths and tackling silly stereotypes, you can find out what it takes to succeed and whether a particular career is right for you. Today we’re kicking off with […]
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9 Free Digital Courses to Develop Your Skills
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest” and those words still ring true to today. With new technologies and ways of working advancing at rapid rates, there is a huge pressure on us to be continuously learning and upskilling. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or to enter a […]
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Power up your career in IT
As recent weeks have shown, IT professionals are more important to our daily lives than ever. They may have been the butt of jokes in the sitcom The IT Crowd, but computer wizards, digital innovators and software gurus are reshaping how we live in this modern age. Given our increasing reliance on the internet of […]
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7 tips for successful video calls
Video conferencing has become an essential part of how many of us currently communicate at work. Yet, if you’re used to working in an office rather than at home, you might be finding it challenging. If so far you’ve managed to keep video calls to a minimum, or have avoided them altogether, we congratulate you […]
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How to hire new staff remotely
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that many companies have had to adjust the way they operate, and, for some, this has meant that they are unable to recruit new staff. However, at [site_name] many companies are still looking to recruit and not just those in key industries such as Logistics, Social Care and Retail. If […]
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How to create a home office on a budget
With more businesses encouraging their staff to work remotely, you may find yourself having to adapt a part of your home into an office space. Whether your new setup is temporary or permanent, here are our top tips for creating a home office which doesn’t break the bank. Turn your dining room into […]