For many of us, our career is what defines us. It’s the thing that the vast majority of our time and energy is dedicated to, not to mention the way that we often relate to other people. After all, if you’re at a party and someone asks you “what do you do?” You’re not going…
Whether you’re starting your first finance job or you’re setting up your own finance business, there are key areas that you should focus on in terms of skills. Jobs that are available in the finance sector include accounting, stock broker, financial advisor, investment banker, actuary, and more. Your skills can be transferable between these different…
Let’s start with a basic assertion the travel market represents one of the true growth industries in the world. This is despite a decidedly volatile economic and geopolitical climate, which has some experts discussing the prospect of a global recession in 2017. There are several reasons for this disproportionate growth, of course, from the the…
Everybody loves eating great food. But if you have a talent for creating it, then it’s a logical career choice too. As well as offering a chance to do something you enjoy, it’s an industry that provides far greater stability than most. Throw in the flexibility and the potential to make money, and it’s not…
It’s a simple question and it should be responded with a resounding “yes”. However, if you’re even slightly hesitant to respond with a “yes”, then you need to carefully consider how important your next job interview is. If you’ve been out of work for some time, then it’s understandable if you haven’t fully recovered from…
So, you have a job offer. That’s great news. It means you’re still in some demand, at least. But it doesn’t mean that you have to jump at the offer immediately. First, you have to remember that there will always be more offers for those who are able to get any. Before you accept any…
Choosing your career is a big ask, whatever your age. You could be fresh out of college and ready to take on the world, or you could be 35 years into your job in a factory line somewhere and finally be ready to throw in the towel. It is estimated now that we can have…
Have you ever thought about working in the public sector? If so, it could be the best career decision you ever make. Thousands of people work in a wide range of public sector positions and there is always a demand for more qualified people to join this area of the workforce. Below are some of…
In America, personal trainers are stars. They are the people who take a celebrity, subject them to their regime and create beauty in the process. The fact that they seem to be able to do this fills most people with awe. But it’s worth pointing out that these celebrity personal trainers are the cream of…
From online job boards to social networks geared toward working professionals, the digital age has brought about new ways for employers to hire the talent they need. This has made job searches easier, but now standing out among the throng of candidates is more difficult. What digital tools do you need to set yourself apart…
Are you sure that you are ready to set out on your career path and enter the working world? Even if you were a top performer at school and college, being out in the big, bad world is extremely different! First of all, you won’t have many people to turn to as soon as something…
For some people, their values have a huge part to play in the career that they choose. It can be very important for them to pick a job in which they are able to help people and make a significant difference in their lives. This is, of course, good things otherwise, we would have no…