The last time I wrote specifically about youth unemployment was September last year, after I attended Channel 4′s ‘Class of 2012′ debate. In between then I’ve been to at least three other events specifically relating to youth unemployment (including taking part in Youth Enterprise Live 2012), and today I’ve just returned from the mother of… Continue Reading
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Soar like Joseph: 5 characteristics of an irresistible employee
If you’ve never read the story of Joseph in the Bible, I recommend after reading this that you go and grab the Holy Book and turn to Genesis 37-50 to get all the details. No, this isn’t going to be a “religious” post or a Bible lesson, instead I want to share with you ancient… Continue Reading
How to handle those tough interview questions
So you’ve done the hard work of polishing your CV, crafting that cover letter and filling out application forms that seem to go on forever. Now you’ve been called in for an interview and what you say in the 30, 40 or maybe 60 minutes in front of your potential employer could win or lose… Continue Reading
3 career articles you must read this week
If you’re job seeking, I can’t stress enough how important it is to feed your mind with useful resources that will help you stay ahead of the game. Thanks to the internet, there’s an entire ocean of help and advice out there waiting for you to dive in (check out these 10 must-read career blogs… Continue Reading
How to stand out in ‘meet the team’ job interviews
About four months ago my work place put out an advert for a new staff member to run the Performing Arts sessions at the centre. The Director and the Arts Manager at the time decided to hold an audition-style interview whereby the four shortlisted candidates would get to meet and interact with the team during… Continue Reading
How “real” should you keep it on your CV?
In urban slang, the term “keeping it real” refers to someone who is completely themselves with no pretence. Someone who is not afraid to “tell it like it is”, and someone who despite fame, success or popularity is still the same person as they were previously – much like Jennifer aka “Jenny from the block” Lopez would… Continue Reading
Don’t waste your time on graduate schemes (here’s what you should be doing instead)
Earlier this week I received a phone call from a mother who wanted me to prepare CVs and application forms for her two children that would guarantee them success on graduates schemes. One of the bright young sparks wanted a position in investment banking and the other a more abstract role in humanities. I explained… Continue Reading
London Olympics (and the power of propaganda)
For several months before the Olympics, Londoners were effectively brainwashed with messages of how our beloved city will be overrun with hundreds of thousands of tourists and spectators which will heavily affect the roads and disrupt the public transport system. Restrictions were put in place on certain underground stations, express Olympic lanes were painted on… Continue Reading
Everything you’ve ever wanted to ask a recruiter (part 2)
If you’re looking for a job, signing up to a recruitment agency should be a part of your overall job search strategy (I mean, you do have a job search strategy, right?). Admittedly not all jobseekers realise how valuable recruiters can be, so last week I invited some top recruiters along to answer some of… Continue Reading