The rules for workplace behavior have changed. With all the modern conveniences, connections and companies we have at our fingertips and in our lives every day, the old Emily Post rulebook gets tossed out the window. It’s 2016, and it’s high time for employers to revamp their expectations, and for employees to brush up on […]
If you like to understand how things work and would love a job where you work with your hands and mind in equal measure, then a career as a mechanic could be just for you. This varied profession will not only push your mental capacities to their limits, but also give you the chance to […]
Investing in good high quality IT certifications will not only benefit you as an employee, but also the business you work for as a whole. Not only will the improvement of your team’s skills and knowledge develop, but you will see your organisation strive closer towards goals and your overall security levels increased. Now in […]
According to The Office of National Statistics, 2.9 million people were employed in the retail sector in 2015. This is a sizable chunk of the UK’s working population, making standing out from the crowd and forging a successful retail career a challenge. We sat down with Bill Richardson, the founder and owner of clothing retailer Kings & […]
The vast majority of the time, it feels as though the only way to get a career in the finance industry is through your education. Although it’s true that most people who work in finance have a good high school degree, complete with at least an undergraduate degree in finance or a related subject, this […]
Life has its ups and downs, constantly offering lessons that challenge you to grow. Yet there are difficult situations in life that are hard to navigate emotionally. When you feel you’ve lost so much, how do you keep going? Increasing emotional resilience will transform your life in challenging times. Here’s how to boost your own […]
There’s more to networking than coffee and cake during meet-ups or saying the usual hellos to your colleagues day in, day out. Your career success lies at the very core of networking. Different people from all walks of life make up this network, including those that are not even from your workplace; in this vein, […]
Leslie Docherty is the store owner of Fat Buddha Store, a men’s clothing store that specialises in streetwear. He has established a successful career within the retail sector and has lots of advice for those who wish to do the same. Working in a retail career can give you lots of transferrable skills, as well as […]
Picture the one possession that you just could not live without. Maybe it’s your phone, a laptop, or even the kettle you use to brew your favourite cup of coffee in the morning. Behind all of your favourite everyday items is a whole team of designers and engineers who’ve worked to make sure that it […]
Interviews are a crucial part of the hiring process. The employer is definitely interested in your skills and experience, so now is your chance to get through the final stage and secure that role as yours. We all know how important it is to impress, but what about the niggley little questions that aren’t covered […]
