In some respects, there has never been a better time to be a job seeker. With unemployment in the UK having hit a new, 42-year low of 4.5% during the second quarter, there is clearly less competition for job roles while businesses are also investing heavily in creating new and exciting opportunities. Despite this, landing…
When we’re job hunting, we tend to stick to what we know. We don’t take into account what we love doing in our spare time as much as we should, nor do we look for anything that might take us out of our comfort zone. It’s the fear of the unknown that holds us back,…
Most people like the idea of earning more money. Having more in the bank could give you the freedom to do more with your life, offering the chance to make bigger purchases and apply for bigger loans. Along with this, a lot of people live on the edge with their finances. So, increasing the money…
How do you know when a career is right for you? More often than not, you don’t. You just have to feel it. Sometimes, it’s something that comes with time. Or sometimes, you knew very early on in your life exactly what you’re meant to do. Either way, it doesn’t always make the process of…
Any successful recruiting strategy is tethered on having robust sourcing initiatives such as participating in a career fair. The events offer recruiters an opportunity to interact with a pool of professional candidates with diverse expertise who qualify for the open slots that may pop up in future or are currently available. Below are tips that…
By Alek S. Many seasonal jobs are available over the summer that revolve around outdoor entertainment, fairs, and festivals. One of the favorites is a battle of the bands. And if you are ever in charge of a fundraiser, and somebody tells you that a talent show is a great way to raise money, you…
We generally tend to think of finding a job as only really happening in one basic way. But anyone who has been forging their career for any amount of time now will know that it can often be surprising how a job ends up in your lap. Sometimes it comes out of thin air, and…
When you’re ready to make a new move in your career, it might mean literally moving to a new place. And it seems that the farther away that move is, the more challenging. Moving to a different state is always an enormous endeavor. It takes a lot of motivation to pick up and move your…
It’s never been a better time to start up a UK based business. The uncertainty of Brexit has many industries worried, but British start-ups have a lot on their side as the country prepares to leave the EU. Taxi businesses are a particularly lucrative and safe option, but what exactly do you need to get…
For many, the thought of a job interview is downright terrifying. Trying to find a balance between being professional and personable is challenging, to say the least. It is particularly difficult when you are already nervous and are worried about saying the wrong thing. Jobs in the financial sector tend to be highly competitive. In…
Four ways to find a new job – quick! Whether you’re uninspired by your current role, or just looking for something a little different, there are times in our life when we need to find a new job – and quick. With our four quick tips, we’ll help you to make finding your new role…
Finding a job in a lot of industries can be tough. But it can be even more tricky when it comes to teaching as there are so many people hoping to go down this line of work. Therefore, it can cause you to get rejection after rejection when you are applying for jobs. After all,…