Why aren’t I hearing back from employers? Most of us have experienced the ups and downs of applying for a new job role, from the excitement of spotting an ad for your dream job to receiving a disappointing rejection email, and if you’ve been on the job hunting scene for a while, getting let down […]

Top tips for your first week in a new job We’ve all experienced the uncertainty of starting a new school or college, and it can feel just as daunting starting a new job role. Everyone wants to fit in at their new company, get settled in and feel like part of the team. So, how […]

Are you ready for a management position? Perhaps you’ve been in a role for a few years, or maybe you’ve been finding yourself taking on more responsibilities in your current position. If you’re in a place where you’re wondering what the next step is on your career ladder, read on to find out if its […]

Tips for writing a letter of resignation Writing a letter of resignation is never easy, and whether you’ve decided that your current job just isn’t for you or you have been offered an exciting new job opportunity, it is unfortunately necessary. Fortunately, with good planning, you can be confident in leaving your job with dignity […]

Starting the job search as a graduate Beginning the job search as a graduate can be daunting. If you’ve recently completed your degree, you might be preparing yourself for some time off to enjoy a great summer or getting on the job search to start your dream career. Not everyone’s experience of job hunting will […]

5 Signs its time to grow your team If you’re someone who has a relatively new business or has found that demand has unexpectedly increased recently, you and your staff might find that there aren’t enough people in the company to deal with increased workloads. Making a decision to expand your team can be a […]

That age-old phrase ‘it takes money to make money’ can be as true now as ever. Even for an established business, what you choose to invest in is crucial, and the investments your company makes when it comes to your employees is so often the difference between success and failure. If you’re new to the […]

Applying for a new role is an exciting prospect. However, submitting endless applications is a tiring process and when it comes to awaiting responses, it’s understandable that you may feel eager to find out where you stand. Should you send an email thanking your prospective employers for considering your application, or wait a week until […]

What soft skills are employers looking for? Every organisation is looking for a mix of soft skills and hard skills from their potential employees. What are soft skills? While hard skills are the tangible and technical skills easily demonstrated by a candidate’s qualifications and specific professional experiences, soft skills is a term used by employers […]

Job interview red flags to look out for When you’re limited on time it can be difficult to get a full picture of every candidate that you interview. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of job interview red flags that you shouldn’t ignore, to help you identify which interviewees won’t be a good fit. Being late […]