Emerging Impact of AI on the Future of Work

AI 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 […]

Is Your Job Affecting Your Mental or Physical Health?

Mental or Physical Health

Job affecting your mental or physical health? It might be time to move on When your job begins to impact your mental or physical health it could be a sign that it’s time to reassess your career. Some people report feeling physically sick at the thought of going to work, feeling unwell the whole time they are at work, […]

5 Simple Ways to Optimize Your CV

5 Simple Ways to Optimize Your CV

Optimize your CV to land your next role In this post, I’ll share with you 5 simple ways to optimize your CV. Optimizing your CV is the best way to improve your chances of getting an interview. There are a number of simple things you can do to help make your CV more engaging and […]

10 Things To Leave Out of Your CV

10 Things To Leave Out of Your CV

When it comes to your CV, what you leave out can be just as important as what you put in it. A CV written ten years ago will look very different to what’s expected by employers in today’s job market.  Even if you’re not in the market for a new role, it’s a good idea […]

Are You A Portfolio Careerist?

Are You A Portfolio Careerist?

A satisfying life with more than one job Our fast-paced lifestyles, quest for work-life balance and economic uncertainty has led many of us seeking alternatives to traditional ways of working. For a growing number of people, the answer has been to adopt a portfolio career. What is a portfolio career? A portfolio career is the […]

Remote Working: Good or bad for business?

Remote Working: Good or bad for business?

It was interesting reading the BBC News article Teleworking: The myth of working from home in response to the Yahoo! Memo informing staff that from June, those with work-from-home arrangements will be required to work from a Yahoo! Office. In the memo, Yahoo!’s head of HR Jackie Reses announces: “To become the absolute best place […]

How to Write a Cover Letter

how to write a cover letter

There’s no doubt a well written cover letter can boost your chances of being invited to an interview. In contrast to your CV, your cover letter enables you to explain why you are a good fit for a position and your reasons for wanting to work for an organisation. If you’ve never written a cover […]

Changing careers: A step-by-step guide

woman thinking about career change

Thinking of changing career? Changing jobs is challenging enough, but changing to a whole new career can be overwhelming.  One of the biggest hurdles faced by career changers is how to make a smooth and successful transition to their new career.  To help, we’ve put together this step-by-step guide to make the transition to your […]

Dreaming of Working Abroad?

Dreaming of working abroad?

Working abroad is a dream many of us hold, offering the opportunity to experience everyday life in a different part of the world. There are a number of ways in which you can make working abroad a reality. From migrating permanently to a country, to seeking out a role locally that involves extensive overseas travel. […]

Should you be working part-time?

Should you be working part-time?

Should you be working part-time? I was invited to speak on BBC Radio recently in response to a BBC article Three-day working week ‘optimal for over-40s‘. The article referred to a study undertaken by researchers at the Melbourne Institute at the University of Melbourne. Intrigued, I had to read the full working paper: Use It […]