Let’s set the scene: You’ve just spent the last few weeks attending a series of nerve-wracking interviews, successfully completing reference checks and felt the rush of excitement when you receive a job offer. And then, just when you thought everything was done and dusted, your current employer throws a counteroffer onto the table to try […]
Making time for yourself and establishing a good routine of looking after yourself can actually be key in helping you to be more productive in the workplace. You know the old saying, “There are only so many hours in the day” is so true, so why not make the most of your time and achieve […]
Are you juggling multifaceted responsibilities in terms of parents and children, and looking to thrive and not just survive, in your professional life? Congratulations; You’re a member of the Sandwich Generation. The good news is, we sandwiches can absolutely continue to grow our careers while we also raise our children and care for our aging […]
Well, it’s the end of July, and we are now creeping towards to end of the year – It’s cold in the morning and dark when I get home at night – I feel like I am just going through the motions to keep the wheels turning. I am sure we have all felt like […]
As we all know, looking for jobs can be a daunting and unpleasant experience for a number of reasons. Ranging from fierce competition within the talent pool, to time-consuming processes due to several stages involved. On average an individual spends around 90,000 hours at work during their lifetime, and I believe we all want to […]
Right now, it is as stressful as ever if you are looking for a new job. Unemployment is down and there are fewer jobs available. There is also the increase in interest rates making the housing market a tight squeeze. With that in mind, it can be difficult to stay positive while looking for a […]
We all know about the effects of stress, and what can happen if you don’t monitor and manage it effectively. It affects your health in ways that you may not even be aware of, from headaches to insomnia, to decreased productivity. Stress may impact your mood, your behaviour, and your relationships, and in short, stress […]
Getting back into the job market can be a daunting prospect – you’ve got to update your CV, start looking for opportunities, attend interviews, and perhaps the most daunting; complete reference checks. Using a recruiter can provide you with a competitive edge and hopefully find you the career opportunity you are looking for, by providing […]
We would all love to have successful careers and the first most critical step to attaining this is to enjoy what you do. As the famous saying goes, “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” ― Mark Twain I started my career as an Accountant. […]
I never thought that at the age of 48, I would have the risk appetite to step totally out of my comfort zone and try a new career. If you are reading this and considering a career change yourself, I can honestly say, back yourself and do it. Don’t waste time but make sure the […]
