How to Succeed in a Post-Covid World
A new reality The Covid-19 pandemic has sent shock waves across the globe. With restrictions easing, many of us are beginning to look to the future and consider how to succeed in a post-COVID world. As we discover a new normal, we face significant life-changing impacts as individuals, businesses and communities in terms of how […]
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 […]
Create A Fantastic Elevator Pitch To Land Your Next Job
What is an elevator pitch? The term elevator pitch evolved as a way to describe a 30-second spiel about who you are, what you have to offer and why someone should hire you. The premise is that if you were ever lucky enough to share a 30-second elevator ride with someone with the potential to […]
Changing careers: A step-by-step guide
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 […]
Are You Managing Your CPD Effectively?
What is CPD? Continuing Professional Development or, CPD, refers to any career development activities which develop your professional skills, knowledge or experience. CPD is important because it ensures you maintain your competencies throughout your career. CPD activities can be formal or informal and gained either on the job or outside your work environment. It’s a […]
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 […]