Career Development
Issue: September / October 2014

It’s a Breeze, Isn’t It?

By - September 25, 2014

Congratulations, you have worked hard, your CV is impressive and you aced the interview so, as a result, you have landed your dream job. It’s all a breeze from here right? Well, maybe
   Those first days in a new job are the ones which linger in the mind. You’ve dressed with care for your... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: September / October 2014

Weathering the Storm: Surviving and Thriving After Redundancy

By - September 25, 2014

Kathleen Drum’s story of how to bounce back (twice!) from redundancy
Career Development
Issue: September / October 2014

Do You Want to be a STAR Assistant?

By - September 25, 2014

Are you a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistantto a Director or any other senior level manager? Or are you thinking of becoming an Assistant in the near future? Or maybe you want to become a STAR Assistant?   To work for a high-calibre boss really takes an exceptional personality. Here are some tips for you... Read more »
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Issue: September / October 2014

Why Every Presentation Needs D.R.A.M.A.

By - September 25, 2014

Grab your audience's attention by adding drama to your speech or presentation, says Sandy Geroux
Career Development
Issue: July / August 2014

Are you doing the RIGHT stuff?

By - July 25, 2014

These days, it seems like we are being pulled in so many different directions. Priorities compete with each other, and it just seems like we can’t get everything done, doesn’t it? What’s worse, it seems like our daily “to do” lists grow much faster than our abilities to check them off. No wonder the world... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: July / August 2014

Career Management: The 7 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Advancement

By - July 25, 2014

Like most hardworking professionals, you’re committed to your job and want to be recognised and rewarded for your efforts. But even if you’re highly effective in your role, you might be undermining your chances for advancement. These subtle career management mistakes could have been holding back raises and promotions for years without you even knowing... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: May / June 2014

Squirrel!

By - May 25, 2014

Imagine that it’s 7.15am on Monday morning, in the dead of winter. The phone rings and it’s a radio station calling to tell you that you’ve won an all-expenses-paid trip for two to a beautiful Caribbean island. The airplane leaves Wednesday morning. Would you be on that airplane? I assume you would. I know I... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: May / June 2014

How to Use Your Time Effectively if You’re Unemployed

By - May 25, 2014

The idea of unemployment may sound inviting, but those who have been out of a job for a while may beg to differ, says David Morel
Career Development
Issue: May / June 2014

Act Your Shoe Size Not Your Age


By - May 25, 2014

Contact your inner child and watch your learning grow says Lindsay Taylor I’m basing this article on the fact that the average shoe size for UK women is a 6. I’m also basing this article on the experience and knowledge I personally have of 6 year olds. I have a son (now 15) and a... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: March / April 2014

5 Simple Steps to Developing a New and Improved Job Description

By - March 26, 2014

A complete and detailed description of your job is extremely important to your professional career says Julie Perrine It’s not just important if and when you decide to take a new position outside your company or assume a new role within your organization. It’s also vital in helping your executive and colleagues get an accurate... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: March / April 2014

Are you Suffering Career FOMO? How to Spot the Signs

By - March 25, 2014

Is your career being affected by the Fear of Missing Out – FOMO? This growing social anxiety is not just breaking into our personal lives, but increasingly our career and work choices too. As a careers expert and author of How to Get a Job You’ll Love I believe that while there can be solid... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: January / February 2014

The Changing Face of Education

By - January 25, 2014

Natalie Lloyd navigates the maze of online education There’s no doubt about it, education is changing. Online education is becoming an increasingly popular option for learners worldwide, and it’s quite hard to decipher the excitement surrounding this migration to online. We thought we’d make it that bit simpler by delving into the world of online... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: November / December 2013

How Can I Find a Private PA Job?

By - November 25, 2013

The thought of working as a Private PA can be an attractive proposition for both experienced and junior Assistants, explains David Morel
Career Development
Issue: November / December 2013

Be Your Own Best Professional Advocate

By - November 25, 2013

If you don’t proactively promote yourself, and your professional abilities and accomplishments, who will? asks Julie Perrine As an admin, being your own biggest professional advocate is crucial in advancing and preserving your career
 because if you don’t take the initiative, nobody will. Advocating for yourself in a professional capacity shows that you have confidence,... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: September / October 2013

Help! Over 40 and Looking for Work!

By - September 25, 2013

Employers have a responsibility to hire the most qualified person for any given vacancy, explains David Morel
Career Development
Issue: September / October 2013

Smart Job-Seeking: How to Get the Most Out of Working with a Recruiter

By - September 25, 2013

You’ve started a job search, and you’re not finding many positions that look right for you. You’ve contacted your network and applied for a handful of openings, but nothing has worked out so far. Before you get even more frustrated, you might want to consider calling a recruiter. With all the resources online for job... Read more »