When it comes to meetings, whether online or face-to-face, some of us need advice on how to speak more often – and some of us need advice on when to tone it down a bit. The best meetings have plenty of concise, pithy observations, with everyone contributing and everyone listening. If you have too many [Read more…]
“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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]