“Don’t judge a book by its cover” It’s a phrase we are all well aware of, however, as Human Beings we do it all the time. It’s a natural reaction and not necessarily a conscious one. So, when you are networking, engaging with recruiters, or meeting prospective employers what are their first impressions of you?…
From International Development Charity Administrator to Owner of a Vintage Tea Room and Celebration Cake Business What did you used to do? Linda Anderson – In 2003, after years of short term, part time jobs in schools, the library and from home, it was time to return to full time work. The children were…
This might seem like a bit of an odd question, but it actually happens all the time. The point at which people realise it though, is usually mid-career, when changing career is much harder. It starts at the very beginning. Yes, the very beginning when we are just babies, we just don’t know it…
Are you feeling really despondent with your job search and getting nowhere – fast? New clients often tell me how they’re relentlessly spending hours every day, combing all the internet job sites, uploading CV’s and contacting Recruitment Agencies without any joy! Surely, the more times they click ‘apply’, upload their CV and send…
Joshua Barrow – From Digital Product Manager to Acupuncturist What did you used to do? After graduating from university, I started working for one of the largest training providers in the UK. I progressed through the ranks to the role of a Digital Learning Designer where I worked on selling, building and delivering learning solutions. This…
Let’s face it. Hiring a Career Coach to help you change, manage or support your Career is a BIG decision. Thousands of career professionals across the UK invest in Coaching because it really works. So, with that in mind, how do you choose the right one? Do your research! Be as vigilant in…
There’s just so much noise going on inside our own heads at the moment. We are constantantly bombarded with difficult and challenging news 24/7 with regard to Covid-19, unemployment, job security, the Economy and so much more! If you are trying to make choices about your career, the noise in your head is most likely…
What is Coaching and why is it so powerful? The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the leading global organisation dedicated to advancing the Coaching profession, setting high professional standards and building a network of credentiated Coaches. It describes Coaching as this: Partnering with clients in a thought provoking and creative process that inspires them to…
I have recently been working with a group of clients, discussing how the world of work in the 21st Century has evolved. One of the biggest changes noted was how we apply for jobs now and as a consequence of that; how the role of the ‘traditional CV’ has since become outdated. Curriculum Vitae…
I have been doing a lot of work on the subject of ‘reflection’ lately. Traditionally, reflection isn’t something we tend to do. In fact we will tend to avoid it and even consider it as a waste of time! Few people are naturally strong reflectors. In today’s world we are swept up in ‘instant everything’;…