As of the end of 2022, there are over 800 million people with profiles on LinkedIn. Officially the largest professional platform in the world, an optimised LinkedIn profile is essential for job seekers. If you’re new to LinkedIn, or it’s been a few years since you updated your profile, you might not be sure where to start. In this blog, …
Self-employment figures have been growing over the last number of years. Self-employed people now make up 13% of the total workforce in the UK. There are lots of reasons why you might have decided to take the plunge and become self-employed. Running your own business allows you to work flexibly in a way that fits your family commitments. You have …
The world is constantly changing at a rapid pace. In one way or another, we are gearing up for a challenging winter. With the increasing cost of living, an upcoming recession, and the fact that many industries are still recovering from Covid…many of us are feeling the pressure. Some people are even starting to take second jobs to cover increasing …
Decided to move overseas? Congratulations – you are embarking on an amazing adventure! You could be relocating for a variety of reasons, but one thing is certain: you need to get a job in your new home. And your CV needs to be prepped based on the requirements of the country you are applying in. For example, if you are …
As you progress through your career and take on increasing levels of responsibility, you might start looking for a new challenge. A popular path is searching for a Non-Executive Director – or NED – role. This kind of position has more differences from traditional Executive roles than meets the eye. As a result, your application needs to be approached very …
Looking for a new job is exciting – but it can be stressful too. If you’re applying for positions and aren’t getting responses, are getting rejected before interview, or you’re struggling to fit applications into your busy lifestyle: a Professional CV Writing service could help. With so many CV Writing companies out there, it can be hard to understand which …
In an increasingly digital world, employers are starting to use innovative ways to find the best candidates for their position. Alongside or instead of sending a traditional CV or Cover Letter, you may be asked to submit a video job application. Video applications help employers get a more dynamic sense of who you are and how you will fit into …
If you’ve been in one job for a long time or risen the ranks internally, job hunting online can feel very daunting when you aren’t used to it. Completing an online job application could include any of the following: Sending your CV and Cover Letter Bespoke application forms Video answer submissions Aptitude tests for specific skills With so many potential …
Whether you’re: Finishing your degree Looking for a summer internship Seeking a part-time job It can be hard to know what to put into your student CV. You might not know how to showcase your skills to put your best foot forward. There are a few mistakes that we see students and graduates make all the time in their CVs. …
If you’re: Looking for a new job Keen to meet like-minded professionals Interested in making connections in a new industry Then networking is key to success. Networking isn’t just for business owners and entrepreneurs – it can help everyone in their career journey. And for jobseekers, it is critical! According to HubSpot, 80% of job positions are filled through networking. …