The Digital Skills Revolution: Are You Ready?
The digital skills revolution isn’t on its way; it’s already here. As a career development professional, I’ve seen first hand how the landscape of essential workplace skills has shifted fundamentally. What were once “nice-to-have” technical abilities have now become non-negotiable requirements across virtually every industry. In the UK, the scale of this transformation is staggering: […]
The Negative Effects Of Meeting Overload And Strategies To Overcome Them
Excessive meetings have become a significant challenge in modern workplaces, with research showing that they can negatively affect employee engagement, productivity, performance, and morale. Studies and workplace surveys consistently highlight the negative effects of meeting overload, and here we will explore these and offer some evidence-based mitigation strategies. Imagine a workplace where employees spend over […]
10 Common Career Change Challenges
Thinking about making a career change but feeling overwhelmed and don’t how to do it? It’s a situation many people find themselves in. Whether the current economic climate feels unstable, you feel your current career is under threat or you just feel it’s time for something different, the urge to change careers can be quite […]
Getting The Most Out of Virtual Careers Fairs
Virtual careers fairs are fantastic opportunities to connect with potential employers, and with a bit of preparation, you can make the most of them. With online careers events becoming more popular, I often get asked for my top tips for getting the most out of virtual careers fairs. Here are some top tips to help […]
Managing Technostress at Work
What is Technostress? Increasing use of technology and AI in the workplace means that managing technostress at work has become an increasingly important issue for workplace well-being. Technostress refers to the stress or psychological strain people experience when interacting with technology. It arises from the challenges individuals face in adapting to, using, and managing modern […]
Creative Strategies for Jobseekers
Navigating a Tough Job Market: Creative Strategies for Jobseekers
A recent article in The Guardian paints a bleak picture of the UK job market, with 1.5 million Britons struggling to find work. The article highlights the extreme competition, low pay, and mismatch between employer expectations and applicant skills that many job seekers are currently facing.
How to Make a Successful Career Change
Want to change careers but don’t know how? Making a successful career change can be a daunting process. Changing careers is a journey of self-discovery, identifying your skills and strengths, and understanding the ever-changing and increasingly VUCA world of work. The reality is, while changing careers is an exciting prospect, it can also be filled […]
The Power of Emotional Intelligence at Work
In the modern world of work, where ambition meets deadlines, and innovation rubs shoulders with competition, one skill stands out as the secret weapon of successful professionals: Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Whether you are an employee or self-employed, mastering EQ is not just desirable, it’s necessary if you want to be successful at work. In this […]
Emerging Impact of AI on the Future of Work
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the modern world, dramatically impacting our lives at home and at work. As technology advances, the integration of AI in the workplace has become inevitable. In this post, we’ll consider the implications of AI on the future of work and how businesses and employees can […]
How To Choose A Career Coach
If you’ve been wondering how to choose a career coach, this step-by-step guide will help you make the right decision. Choosing a career coach can be a minefield leaving you feeling frustrated and with more questions than answers. We’ve put together a guide to help you understand career coaching and how to choose the right […]