Are you trying to improve your career prospects? It may surprise you to learn that taking an English course could be the key to that career progression you’ve been dreaming of. The majority of international businesses today are keen to hire well-spoken candidates with exceptional communication skills. Even international companies are constantly seeking employees with…
Many people think that businesses have to be complex things. Coming up with an idea should take ages, right? Setting up your business should cost loads of money, correct? Neither of these things is strictly true. If you want to spend ages coming up with an idea, then you can. And, depending on your idea,…
If you’re weighing up great career paths these days, you’ve probably considered becoming a technician. This is an interesting and hands-on role for practical people with active brains. It’s a really great career to explore, but you have to know what to expect. These are some of the things the qualities you’ll need to become…
Whether you have been looking for work for a week or a month, there are certain things you should be doing. Looking for a new job can be a surprisingly tough time to go through. This is especially true when you are unemployed and in need of the money. However, regardless of your situation, there…
Discrimination in the workplace is an issue that can have serious consequences for many. Unfortunately, it’s something that isn’t uncommon, but there are plenty of laws in place to protect against it. Discrimination can occur at different times in the process. It can happen when you submit your resume. It can happen when you’re interviewed….
Dismissing the clandestine work of PI’s and super spies, let’s assume if you are working at night, then you are in a job that might involve roadway construction or hospital shift work. There are certain hazards that can arise when working late at night. These include poor visibility, tiredness, the glare of lights and getting…
The type of questions you’ll get asked at an interview for a financial job will depend on the kind of job you’re applying for. Interviewers will ask investment bankers different questions from insurance brokers. But although there will be differences, you can bet you’ll be asked some generic questions too. A list of finance jobs…
Let’s face facts; we live in a world where access to online trading and the financial markets is more commonplace than ever before. Despite this, the percentage of individuals who have achieved proven success as investment traders has remained largely unchanged over the course of the last decade, which suggests that while many of the…
While technological advancement and innovation have sounded the death-knell for numerous industries, it has also enabled others to emerge in their stead. Interestingly, there are also traditional markets that have managed to leverage technology while remaining remarkably consistent, in terms of the nature, demand and popularity. Take the insurance market, for example, which continues to…
Don’t you think it’s about time you worked on getting rid of workplace stress? There are so many factors that can cause undue stress. And these may adversely affect your position a lot. Use my tips to ensure that you aren’t getting too stressed during the working day. Learn From Your Mistakes The most important…
A career in accounting is a very popular pathway for workers young and old. In truth, it’s one of the few jobs that I remember being suggested to me by my careers advisor back in school. While I didn’t follow that pathway in the end, it’s certainly one I considered. As with any career path,…
Sometimes you may face a pivotal decision in your life when it comes to your career. If you’re feeling unhappy in your job, this can often happen circa your late twenties or early thirties. You may feel trapped, unmotivated, unhappy or just realize you want to get more out of your job that what you’re…