Are you applying for lots of jobs and getting nowhere? Have you been living in London for the last few months or perhaps years and you haven’t found yet your dream job? Are you perhaps using the Europass format or are you planning a changing career direction, and need help with how to position your […]
There is no better time to look for a job than after the summer! You are full of energy, rested and hopefully, the summer break helped you clarify your career objectives! In addition, this is the time of the year when there are more job adverts, so take full advantage of this and start applying for […]
Unfortunately, procrastination happens to all of us. No matter how motivated you are, distracting yourself from what needs to be done, with things that definitely don’t need to be done, can seem like the most tempting option. Here are a few of our top tips on how to stop procrastinating at work: Eliminate distractions – […]
We all make mistakes. Even at interviews. But before you start letting your nerves get the better of you, the good news is that most interview nightmares are easy to avoid. It all comes down to preparation – as well as knowing which things are likely to go wrong. Let’s take a look at the worst things you can […]
Looking for a new job? It doesn’t matter if you’re brand new to job seeking, you’re looking for a career change, or you’ve been on the hunt for a while – finding the right role isn’t always easy. Especially if you don’t know how (or where) to look. Here’s a small guide to finding a […]
Interview questions can be unpredictable… You can get asked character questions, that are all about finding out more about your personality. Others try and test you, to see how you handle being put under pressure. But the truth is, they aren’t all about you – and that’s exactly where this question comes in. You probably already […]
Not sure you can juggle work and study effectively? There is a way… Whether you’re at school, college, attending an English course or at university, working alongside studying is a great way to gain practical work experience, not to mention boost your income. But that doesn’t mean it’s always easy – especially if your course […]
If you’re struggling to stand out, it might be time to take it personally. Although it can seem like work experience, knowledge, and qualifications are the only things an employer is interested in, your personality also plays a big part in your suitability for the job. And even if you match the job specifications perfectly, […]
If you work alongside someone who is “loud” or “aggressive,” you might think that it’s time to quit your job and find employment elsewhere. Unfortunately, you probably aren’t willing to give up a job just because of that one co-worker with “the big personality” in the office. But here are some tips to cope with a difficult […]
Finding out that you have lost your job is tough – faced with the worry that your earnings will stop, but the bills won’t. Use our checklist below to help manage your money and your job hunt until you find work again. Review your finances – Take a good look at your finances to plan how […]
If you’ve never had a job before, or if you have been recently hired, it can be hard to get to know what you’re supposed to do and how you’re supposed to act. First impressions are important, and when you begin work you have a vital – window of opportunity. It’s a chance to start […]
Everyone knows CVs are important. It’s the best way of selling and marketing yourself to employers. But that’s only one part of the job application process. There’s another equally important stage that is often overlooked and misunderstood: the cover letter. So why is it so important? And what should it contain? A cover letter is […]