I used to pride myself on my ability to spin plates – multi tasking was my middle name. I’d have lots of tasks on the go and flit between them. I’d also watch TV on catch up as I checked emails and edited documents. But then I thought; and wondered how it would be if … Continued
I keep up with interview trends and recently downloaded REINVENTING THE INTERVIEW – 5 new ways to screen candidates from LinkedIn Talent Solutions. Reinventing the interview starts with a negative view of interviews, but I know that competency-based interviews and assessment centres have much stronger validity. To do a competency interview well you need to … Continued
We live in interesting times. Politically we aren’t sure of where we will be in a year, but we can be sure of the technological input into the work place. so how will technology change your job? A good article on how to train workers for job that don’t yet exist reminded me to write … Continued
LinkedIn are making yet more changes to our profiles, and, as always, it is rolling out. So, if you don’t have the new profile yet, it’s coming soon. Head shot This has now moved to the left and is about 20% bigger, so check the resolution. Also, it may now cover up some of the … Continued
Redundancy is stressful and even if you got a great payoff it is still a time of sadness. Accept that it may be a shock and that you will need time to work through this and come to terms with your new situation. It can help to think of the benefits of the situation you … Continued
Hi, I’m in a period of transition. Readers of my 50+ newsletter know that I’m moving to an apartment in Cheltenham because I’m separating. It’s an amicable split but still a lot going on – the practical of extensive downsizing (we have more than enough stuff for 2 homes) and having emotional decisions on what … Continued
Some people love their job and look forward to work each day. But for many work is just about okResearch says that as many as 50% of the working population are unhappy in their career, and my research has found that over 40% of people are going to be looking for a job in the … Continued
“Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.” ―Mary Kay Ash The only thing that matters is what’s happening right now I spend too long thinking of the past – wishing I … Continued
The IT industry is a broader, more all-encompassing sector than it has ever been, and is something that touches on almost every aspect of our lives. From chatting to friends to ordering a takeaway or from watching a movie to sealing a business deal, if your router goes down, the chances are, you can’t do … Continued
Do you have an effective CV? Far too many people are using CVs that belong in a museum, they are using the same style from 20 years ago. As you build your career you can’t just add a new job to the top of the list and drop out the earlier jobs. You need an … Continued