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Social Currency: What Is It and How to Use it to Build Your Career
With social media taking the world by store every single day, it isn’t surprising that it plays a part in your career— and it’s referred to as your social currency. When creating Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn accounts, there are some easy ways to go about...
Which are the world’s best companies to work for?
Work is a fact of life for most of us, but that doesn’t mean it has to be something hateful that we need to endure until we can eventually retire. Luckily, more and more companies are realising that and trying their best to create working environments where we can not...
How to be a Success as a Self-Employed Individual in the UK
Over 15% of the individuals in the United Kingdom are self-employed. For most people, starting a business is something they do to take control of their financial destiny. While running a business may sound like an easy job, it is anything but. Without the right help...
Here are 3 Tips to Make Sure That Your Resume Stands Out
When you apply for a job, you are counting on the fact that you should have the relevant skills, experience and overall, that your personality is exactly what the company is looking for. Once you get that interview it can be so easy to shine and show your potential...
5 Ways to Prepare for your University Interview
Have you been notified of your university interview date, and don’t feel prepared at all? Maybe you’ve already practiced but you still don't know how to deal with feeling anxious? If you are planning on continuing your education, the process can be both daunting and...
Are employers responsible for the health and safety of homeworkers?
With millions of us now working from home (WFH), the coronavirus pandemic is challenging every aspect of our working lives. Homeworking is not a good fit for everyone. For some, the sense of isolation and the blurring of the line between work and home life can lead...
How to Ace Your University Interviews
All interviews are unnerving, but no more so than a university interview, which could shape the rest of your life. Don’t worry though, because being prepared will help you get through the process and know what to expect. You are only human, and they expect you to be...
4 Extra-Curricular Skills to Add to Your CV
Even if you have a few career years under your belt, it's never easy to write out a CV. It can be daunting trying to convey your experiences and skills onto a short document, and it's far too easy to leave out relevant skills that could mean the difference between a...
How to Gain the Courage to Quit Your Job
This article is part of the "Career Advice" series.Do you dread going to work after the weekend? Do you feel undervalued in your job? There are a lot of people that don’t like their job. Unfortunately, they don’t have the courage to quit and this ends up affecting...
How to Spot the Signs of a Great Place to Work
When job searching, you can sometimes be confused, especially when it comes to choosing which organizations to apply to. As much as you might be desperate at that moment, it’s always vital that you consider crucial factors to ensure you only look for places that will...
