Communication
Issue: July / August 2011

Email Etiquette? Not an Option

By - July 25, 2011

There’s a lot of talk about email etiquette. Do businesses need to promote it for their employees? Why is it so important to follow email etiquette guidelines? What are the best rules and practices to follow? First of all, businesses will benefit from promoting proper email etiquette for three great reasons: Protection from liability. Here’s... Read more »
Opinion
Issue: July / August 2011

Careering Ahead

By - July 25, 2011

Amanda Perry had sporadic success returning to work as an administrator after a 20 year career break. Here, she explains how the difficulties she encountered have shaped her very successful career as an interview consultant When I returned to secretarial college following my career break, I found that things had changed significantly. Back when I... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: July / August 2011

Bring a Touch of Showbusiness Into Your Next Interview

By - July 25, 2011

Nicky Pattinson specialises in ‘show business selling’ and regularly works with Pitman Training at conferences and events. Here she gives us her thoughts on making the right impression in an interview, so that what you put on paper matches what you offer from the first second you meet your potential new employer. Your preparation starts... Read more »
Health & Wellbeing
Issue: July / August 2011

Balancing Your Professional And Private Lives

By - July 25, 2011

Do you, like me, wonder where all that free time has gone? asks Florence Parot
Processes & Procedures
Issue: July / August 2011

An Introduction to Project Management

By - July 25, 2011

The purpose of this article is to provide an understanding of project management, and a brief overview of the methodology that underpins most formally run projects. Many organisations do not employ full time Project Managers and it is common to pull together a project team to address a specific need. While most people are not... Read more »
Career Development
Issue: July / August 2011

3 Reasons Not To Copy Your CV Summary

By - July 25, 2011

Many people on LinkedIn make the mistake of copying their resume summary statements into their LinkedIn Summary section.   There are three major problems with this strategy: 1. Trite Phrases Often your CV summary is laden with overused phrases like ‘results-oriented team player with a proven track record’ or ‘dynamic, motivated self-starter with extensive experience’.... Read more »
Editor's Letters
Issue: May / June 2011

Mayday, Mayday

By - May 27, 2011

Sometimes it is not easy to see the bigger picture. My inbox is full of emails from those of you that have been made redundant and trying to find a job for quite some time. Most of you are highly experienced in your roles and are finding the reality of being unemployed hugely stressful. Some... Read more »
Cover Story Leadership
Issue: May / June 2011

Earthquake in Japan – A Personal Account

By - May 26, 2011

On 11 March 2011, Japan's most powerful earthquake since records began struck its north-east coast. Kazuko Maruyama, shares her personal experience
Communication
Issue: May / June 2011

Dealing with Difficult People and Situations

By - May 25, 2011

Sue France looks at some ways to combat difficult people or situations in the workplace. Did you know that the number one reason for leaving a job is a ‘mismatch’ between you and your boss or a colleague? Understanding what is meant If a boss or colleague is starting to getting irritated, stay calm and... Read more »
Communication
Issue: May / June 2011

Little Things You Can Do to Greatly Reduce the Amount of Email You Receive

By - May 25, 2011

People complain about all the e-mail they receive and how much work it is for them to handle. And it is true, the number of e-mails being sent is definitely on the rise and adds an incredible amount of work to our already overflowing plates. The reality is there are quite a number of things... Read more »
Personal Development
Issue: May / June 2011

Why your personal brand is a vital tool for your career

By - May 25, 2011

Ever considered what people say about you behind your back? How they describe you in a few words, how they recommend you to others? asks Lesley Everett If not, you’re missing out on a vital tool for managing your career opportunities as effectively as you can. What people say and feel about you quite simply... Read more »
Communication
Issue: May / June 2011

Three Ways To Write More Clearly

By - May 25, 2011

Peter Sauerbrey’s three ways to write more clearly, concisely, and effectively, in any language Many of us were taught to write as though we would become novelists, playwrights and other literary creatures although we were much more likely to need to write like journalists. Fifteen years of teaching corporate writing around the world convinces me... Read more »
Project Management
Issue: May / June 2011

The Main Event

By - May 25, 2011

Anthony Coyle-Dowling, Director of Sales for Zibrant gives his 10 top tips for hassle-free corporate events. Whether it’s a sales conference for 500, your company’s Annual General Meeting, the launch of the latest big new product, an executive board meeting or even the office Christmas party, the prospect of organising an event can make many... Read more »
Leadership
Issue: May / June 2011

Talent Management – what it is and why it’s important

By - May 25, 2011

We all know the clichés – ‘people are your greatest asset’ and ‘people provide your competitive advantage’. But the reality is that now, more than ever, employing people with the right skills, attitudes and behaviours makes a huge difference to business success. Talent management enables organisations to attract and retain the right people to deliver... Read more »
Health & Wellbeing
Issue: May / June 2011

Stress – Myths and Misconceptions

By - May 25, 2011

Carole Spiers details what stress is – and isn’t!
Career Development
Issue: May / June 2011

Stepping Up and Moving On

By - May 25, 2011

When you’ve reached a certain level in your career and you’re looking to move upwards or onwards, the same old advice just won’t cut the mustard. So we’ve asked Maggie Love – who runs Pitman Training learning centres in London EC2 and Regent Street, and also leading recruitment consultancy Love & Tate – what employers... Read more »