If you’re a leader looking to move up in your career, sometimes there is a need for more than just a CV. An Executive Bio can open doors that your CV can’t. The Executive Bio is often overlooked, but it can be an extremely effective tool that demonstrates your personal brand in a concise, value-driven way. In this blog, we’ll …
No matter how necessary the decision is, it’s never easy to part ways with employees. However, there are ways to turn redundancy into a more positive experience. Outplacement is one of the most effective. Outplacement is the process of preparing employees who are being made redundant to put their best foot forward as they return to the job market. At …
If you’re in the market for a new role, LinkedIn can revolutionise your job search. At the end of last year, there were 44.4 million users on LinkedIn in the UK, and YouGov found that half are using the platform to look for a new job. One of the most underused tools on the platform is LinkedIn’s ‘Open to Work’ …
Recent figures show that over 44 million people in the UK use LinkedIn – millions of whom are senior-level professionals. When used effectively, LinkedIn helps you build an engaged professional network, your personal brand, and your reputation as a thought leader. However, the majority of people don’t utilise the platform until they are actively searching for a job. If you …
As you progress through your career and undertake more senior-level roles, one part of the job application process can still prove to be a challenge: Writing a succinct, engaging, and well-structured CV. At this stage in your career, your CV must reflect your strategic value, impact, and leadership capabilities to prove you are the right choice for an executive-level role. …
As AI technology is continually expanding on what seems to be a monthly basis, the urge to input a basic outline of your professional experience to date and receive your “shiny” new CV + Cover Letter minutes later does sound very appealing. This is particularly the case as the competitive nature of the job market currently makes every application process …
As you move into senior and executive-level roles, creating impactful application documents poses different challenges. At this stage of your career, recruiters and employers want to see clear examples of your performance and the difference you have made for both the teams you manage and companies as a whole. The most effective way to quantify your leadership skills is to …
When people are in the process of writing their CVs and look back at their hospitality experience, they are often reminded of the long shifts, unsociable hours and difficult customer interactions. What they usually forget is the extensive transferable skillset, which was developed along the way, transferable skills which are high in demand across pretty much every industry! No matter …
As exam season is underway and graduates will soon be preparing to kickstart a career in their chosen field, exploring the job market can be an extremely daunting and disheartening period. With the current market being as competitive as ever, typical entry-level roles appear to now be reserved for candidates with years of experience as companies place unreasonable demands and …
A little detective work can go a long way in your job search. Traditionally, job searching involves browsing job boards, selecting roles that are relevant to your experience or career goals, and then sending off your application. A more proactive approach can transform your job hunt. With proactive outreach, you can discover new opportunities, build strong professional relationships, and create …
So, you are ready to move on whether you want a change or are retiring. Below are some key considerations for making the transition as seamless as possible! Questions to ask yourself! Which are your strongest transferable skills from the police to bring into a new industry? Do you need any specific skills to make the transition to your new …
Police professionals develop a wide range of transferable skills throughout their career, through training and daily duties; skills that are highly valuable in many other professions. Noted below is a small number of key transferable skills commonly gained in policing: Communication Skills • Clear verbal and written communication, including writing reports and interviewing • Conflict resolution and de-escalation; remaining calm …