10 things to do while you are unemployed
Here is a recent article which I like which I have adapted for the UK job market. It makes sense and the points made ring true. If you’re unemployed and …
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Getting a job when you are an older worker – are you doing it the right way?
I wrote a blog a few weeks ago on the issue of finding work as an older worker. I thought I’d add to it in the light of recent client …
Job Market Statistics
A recent major job board survey and report shows that the average numbers applying for every job has increased from 15 per job to a high level of 20 in …
One way to handle redundancy is to try fractional work
A guest blog from my colleague Andrew Horder. For many, the work that we really love falls into a very narrow band. So narrow that the only way to do …
What To Say On LinkedIn When You’ve Been Laid Off
A recent article by Sandra A. VanGilder who is an executive coach with her own firm in New York caught my attention. Here is what she says. It is important for …
How to discover the right job?
I read an article from a old Career Management colleague recently and it made sense. Making an informed and objective choice for your next career move is a critical phase of …
Considering a major change of career?
If you’re considering a major change of career here are some essential questions to start to think about. Doing so will help organize your thoughts and feelings. Ask yourself the …
Severing psychological contracts with employees: there must be a better way than this
I read a very good article the other day by Simon North of Position Ignition. It rings true in the world of employment today. Psychological contracts start at the point at which …
Career Tips: Your First 30 Days on the Job
Congratulations on your new job! If you’re lucky, you may have a honeymoon of about a month to prove that you can perform and fit in. There is nothing worse …
How to begin Networking – Use Your Warm List
I recently read a good article on Networking. Many of us are good at Networking but some find it difficult to use their network effectively as part of their Job …