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Building Your Professional Brand Online: A Step-by-Step Guide

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

“Professional online brand: The unique combination of skills, experience, and personality you showcase online. It’s how you present yourself to potential employers, colleagues, and the wider professional community.” In the digital landscape, your online presence is your career billboard. It’s not just for seasoned executives but everyone in the workforce, including those just starting out. [Read more…]

Quiet Confidence: Interview Techniques for the Introverted

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

When it comes to job interviews, some of us aren’t naturals. If you’re the shy and retiring type, it can feel awkward and out of character to start bragging about your achievements. Perhaps that’s why job interviews are notoriously bad at predicting how people will perform in the company: they’re barely better than tossing a [Read more…]

The Juggling Act: Combining Work with Study

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

So, you’ve decided that gaining a new qualification is vital to climbing the next rung of the career ladder. Congratulations – but you’re probably wondering how you will fit it all in. Studying is demanding enough when you’re focusing on it full-time. But many mature students returning to education after a spell in the workforce [Read more…]

Is Your Business Idea a Stroke of Genius or a Pipe Dream?

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

You’ve had a eureka moment—a spark of genius where your idea shines like a lighthouse beacon. It could be a hobby you’re itching to monetise or a tech innovation that’s nothing short of revolutionary. But before you dive headfirst into the entrepreneurial waters, it’s crucial to gauge whether your brainchild has the makings of a [Read more…]

5 Morning Hacks to Skyrocket Your Day’s Productivity

Wednesday, November 8th, 2023

We all know those days when we hit snooze one too many times, scramble through the morning, and end up feeling like we’re constantly playing catch-up. It’s a domino effect; one sluggish start can throw off your entire day. But what if you could flip the script? Imagine mornings where each task flows into the [Read more…]

Workaholic Woes: Recognising the Signs and Finding Balance

Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

Most addictions are perceived negatively and feel like a badge of shame, but for workaholics, it can feel like a source of pride. After all, our work culture prizes people who can put in the hours. However, it’s important to understand that our careers are a marathon, not a sprint: in the long run, overwork [Read more…]

Crafting Your Part-Time Career: Five Strategies for Success

Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

Whether they’re taking time for family responsibilities or combining work and study, more and more people are working part-time: recent research shows almost 8.5m workers have part-time hours, and despite the pandemic, the figures continue to rise. Choosing to work in this way provides some major benefits, primarily flexibility, which helps in balancing personal and [Read more…]

How to ask for time off for training

Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

Gaining new skills is good for both you and your employer. For you, it means you can tackle a wider range of tasks, solve problems more easily, and have a greater opportunity to climb the career ladder. For your employer, it means a workforce that can handle a variety of challenges without needing to hire [Read more…]

Mastering the Pay Rise Conversation: A Step-by-Step Guide

Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

For many of us, one of the topics that often tiptoes on the thin line between anxiety and excitement is the discussion of a pay rise. It’s a conversation that holds the promise of acknowledgement for your hard work, dedication, and the value you have added to your organisation. However, making the most of these [Read more…]

Speaking Up: 15 Tips to Enhance Your Communication Skills

Wednesday, October 18th, 2023

Across the modern working world, the ability to communicate effectively is more than just a desirable trait—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re interacting with colleagues, managing a team, or liaising with clients, clear and concise communication is the key to success. As an alumnus of the College, you’ve already honed a variety of skills for the [Read more…]

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