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How do you present yourself persuasively to employers when you’re making a career change? Package yourself in a way that is appropriate to the sector or role that you’re targeting.  The research which you’ve carried out  before deciding to make the change should be the basis for helping you to work out what transferable skills… Continue reading Marketing yourself for a career change

Do you dread Monday mornings?  Are you going to look back at your life and think “if only I…..”? Are you in the wrong job? As Confucius said: “Choose a job you love and you’ll never have to work a day in your life.” If you’re not happy, then it’s up to you to do… Continue reading Planning a career change

When you go for a job interview, it can feel like a beauty parade, where you are being assessed for your suitability for the role and the company. But interviews are a two-way process: you have an agenda too which includes assessing whether you would like to work for the organisation. Will the role play to your… Continue reading Do I fit in round here?

If you are looking for a new job, it might feel like you should slow down now till the New Year, but there are lots of ways in which the festive season can help your job search. December is often less competitive than January – many job searchers reduce their efforts then, thinking that there’s… Continue reading Use the festive season to help your job search

We have had such an unusual time over 2020 and 2021 with big changes to the way we lead our day to day lives.  It’s been hugely worrying and difficult for many of us.  Has it also given you time to think about what is important to you?  It does feel like life from now… Continue reading Time for a change?

Are you feeling frustrated by your progress in looking for a new job?  Is it time to change your strategy? The traditional approach                                               A different way of thinking They are in charge   … Continue reading Change your thinking about job search