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A Fresh Start: How Decluttering Your Space and Mind Can Improve Your Job Search
Cleaning up your space and clearing your mind can make a big difference when you are looking for a job. First of all, a neat and fresh home environment helps you focus better, feel less stressed, and boosts your confidence. These are all important when you are trying to find a new job. In the […]
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- 4/28/2025
From Exams to Employment: How A-Level Maths Skills Shape Career Success
A-Level Maths is not just about passing exams – it is about building skills that shape future career success. From engineering to finance, technology to science, strong mathematical ability is highly valued across many industries. Mastering A-Level Maths demands strategy, insight, and smart use of resources – and that’s where A-Level Maths mark schemes come […]
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- 4/27/2025
The key to attracting and retaining top talent in 2025
You might have noticed a shift in the way we talk about work. It’s not just about the salary any more; conversations turn to flexibility, security and a sense of purpose. You hear stories of people leaving stable jobs to pursue something that aligns with their values and employers find themselves struggling to fill vacancies […]
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- 4/24/2025
Reasons to Work with a Recruitment Agency When Searching for Your Next Position
Navigating the job market, whether you are currently employed or returning to work, can often feel like a full-time job in itself. Crafting the perfect CV, scouring job boards, tailoring applications, and preparing for interviews demand significant time and effort. While managing this process independently is certainly possible, partnering with a specialist recruitment agency can […]
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- 4/24/2025
Can I Take My Dog to Dubai from the UK? A Complete Guide
If you’re planning to relocate for a job or travel to Dubai with your furry friend, you may be wondering, “Can I take my dog to Dubai from the UK?” The answer is yes, but the process involves strict regulations to ensure your pet meets all health and safety requirements. This guide covers everything you need […]
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- 4/24/2025
The future of work: Skills that will make you irreplaceable
The world of work is changing at an unprecedented pace. Automation, AI, and general digital transformation are reshaping industries, making some jobs obsolete while simultaneously creating entirely new career paths. According to the World Economic Forum, automation is expected to displace 85 million jobs by 2025 – but it will also create 97 million new […]
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- 4/22/2025
Priority Services for Modern Businesses
In today’s fast-paced business world, organisations must juggle compliance, safety, and digital presence simultaneously. From stringent data protection regulations to occupational hazards and online visibility, modern businesses face a spectrum of challenges that demand professional support. That’s where services like DPO as a Service, confined spaces training, and website maintenance packages come into play—each one […]
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- 4/15/2025
The Ethical Responsibilities of Settlement Agreement Solicitors in Employment Law
If you believe settlement agreement signing requires only a simple click accept process, then you are mistaken. Terms and conditions on apps allow users to bypass them but this contract imposes actual legal ramifications. Settlement agreement solicitors lead the essential task of protecting workers from making unfair compromises of their legal rights through contractual agreements. […]
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- 3/25/2025
Why High Achievers Burn Out and How to Stop It
High achievers are often admired for their relentless drive and dedication, yet these very qualities can make them especially vulnerable to burnout. For job seekers and employees striving for excellence, understanding the roots of burnout – and implementing effective strategies – can be the key to sustaining both career success and personal well-being. One such […]
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- 3/25/2025
How To Return To Work After An Injury
If you’ve had to take time off work as a result of an injury, then the most challenging phase of your recovery might be returning to the workplace. This goes especially if the workplace is where your injury actually occurred, or if your profession involves physical labour which might jeopardise your recovery. So, how do […]
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- 3/25/2025
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Bank Holiday ticket resale warning: 'I paid £140 then she blocked me'
Scammers use demand for Bank Holiday entertainment to steal money using fake social media posts, consumer groups are warning.
- 5/1/2025
Apple says most US-bound iPhones no longer made in China
The technology giant says US tariffs will add around $900m to its costs this quarter.
- 5/1/2025
Harrods latest retailer to be hit by cyber attack
The firm told the BBC it had restricted internet access in its stores following an attempted cyber attack.
- 5/1/2025
Shein and Temu prices rise as Trump closes postage loophole
The de minimis exemption was key to the huge growth of the Chinese online retailers.
- 5/2/2025
Vets may face caps on cremations and other charges
The regulator is considering a range of measures to limit vets bills including price caps.
- 5/1/2025
Who should you trust for a weather forecast?
Weather influencers can provide useful local information but are also accused of exaggerating conditions.
- 5/1/2025
Online orders paused and missing items – what we know about the M&S cyber chaos
Online orders paused, food items missing from shelves - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.
- 5/1/2025
McDonald's sales drop as diners face 'uncertainty'
The burger chain says its US customers are "grappling with uncertainty".
- 5/1/2025
Xbox prices hiked worldwide amid tariff uncertainty
The company has pointed to increasing game development costs and "market conditions".
- 5/1/2025
Tesla denies contacting headhunters to replace Musk
The electric car firm says a report that it is hunting for a successor is "absolutely false".
- 5/1/2025
Co-op cyber attack: Staff told to keep cameras on in meetings
Experts say the instruction suggests the company fears hackers could be lurking on calls.
- 5/1/2025
'They wanted $4m': Lessons for M&S from other cyber attacks
The retailer is reeling from a ransomware attack - here's what other people did when in the same situation.
- 5/1/2025
Pottery firm goes bust after more than 100 years
The directors of Moorcroft Pottery in Stoke-on-Trent say they are going into voluntary liquidation.
- 5/1/2025
US and Ukraine sign long-awaited natural resources deal
The White House has been pushing for the agreement as a prerequisite for further military assistance.
- 5/1/2025
Trump tells business chiefs he needs 'little bit of time' as US economy shrinks
The US president blames the first quarterly GDP decline in three years on his Democratic predecessor.
- 5/1/2025
Apple referred for possible criminal contempt investigation
The tech giant had been ordered in 2021 to allow greater competition and open the App Store up to outside payment options.
- 5/1/2025
'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America
Chinese exporters tell the BBC if the US doesn't want their goods, "other countries have money" to buy them.
- 4/30/2025
Armagh healthy ready meal firm enters liquidation
The healthy food company's products have disappeared from the shelves of some of NI's biggest supermarkets.
- 4/30/2025
Royal Mail takeover approved by shareholders
The approval of the £3.6bn deal will see the 500-year institution taken over by Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group.
- 4/30/2025
Hackers target the Co-op as police probe M&S cyber attack
The retailer says it's disabled parts of its IT systems in response to the incident.
- 4/30/2025
Shops could be forced to accept cash in future, MPs warn
There is no data on how widely cash is accepted which puts the UK at risk of becoming cashless, a report warns.
- 4/30/2025
Warning electricity meters in 300,000 homes could stop working
Those without upgraded meters could also find their heating stuck on or off, energy watchdog Ofgem warns.
- 4/30/2025
US economy shrinks as firms import more ahead of tariffs
The world's largest economy contracted at an annual pace of 0.3% in the first three months of 2025.
- 4/30/2025
House prices fall in April as stamp duty changes kick in
The slowdown in the market was expected due to the lowering of thresholds at which buyers need to start paying stamp duty.
- 4/30/2025
Deported gang members get second chance at call centre
In the Mexican city of Tijuana a number of firms are employing people who were removed from the US.
- 4/30/2025
Fifty years after the war, Vietnam faces a new US threat - tariffs
The South East Asian country is on a path to prosperity. The US-China trade war could change that.
- 4/29/2025
What is bug hunting and why is it changing?
Bug hunters make money by funding flaws in software, but AI is changing the way they work.
- 4/28/2025
How Armenia is trying to build a Silicon Valley in the Caucasus
The country is aiming to boost its technology sector by training children in tech from a young age.
- 4/27/2025
Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?
Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry?
- 4/24/2025
Could South America benefit from Trump's trade tariffs?
Countries in the continent may see exports rise as both the US and China need new suppliers.
- 4/25/2025
Struggling families urged to use Honesty Jar shop
The Honesty Jar helps those struggling financially by offering items for free or at a low cost.
- 4/30/2025
Shops could be forced to accept cash in future, MPs warn
There is no data on how widely cash is accepted which puts the UK at risk of becoming cashless, a report warns.
- 4/30/2025
House prices fall in April as stamp duty changes kick in
The slowdown in the market was expected due to the lowering of thresholds at which buyers need to start paying stamp duty.
- 4/30/2025
Second-hand school uniform scheme 'flat out'
A community shop says, on average, 20 families use its free school uniform service every day.
- 4/29/2025
More people worrying at benefit changes say centre
A support centre says people are coming in "petrified" about planned benefit changes.
- 4/29/2025
Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war
The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy
- 4/30/2025
The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail
From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
- 4/13/2025
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
- 4/5/2025
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
- 4/5/2025
David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along
Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
- 3/28/2025
Reeves: There is a deal to be done with the US
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to the BBC ahead of talks with her US counterpart in Washington on Friday.
- 4/25/2025
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The Careers Blog has moved and has a fresh look! It still exists to provide you with guidance and information on all things careers, with useful articles covering the whole job application journey, from CV writing to succeeding in interviews and accepting an offer, as well as current job market information, work experience intel, information … Continue reading
- 4/16/2025
What can you do if you change your mind about accepting a job offer?
Getting multiple job offers is a common student experience. What can you do if you start to feel you've accepted the wrong one? Continue reading
- 2/19/2025
What you can do if your job applications are being rejected
It's very easy to become demotivated and stop applying, but what can you do if your applications keep being rejected? Continue reading
- 2/12/2025
Why a positive attitude is so important in the workplace
Why is attitude so important for employers? And how can it help you to develop a professional reputation at work? Continue reading
- 2/5/2025
How to succeed in psychometric tests
How to succeed in one of the initial stages of the graduate recruitment process Continue reading
- 1/29/2025
How to prepare for a non-academic career
A PhD is highly valued by non-academic employers. But how do you make transition to industry after your research? Continue reading
- 1/22/2025
Getting the most from your careers team as an international student
If you are an international student looking for employment in the UK, find out more about the new Student Circus platform - as well as the other services and resources available to you Continue reading
- 1/15/2025
What makes a successful interview in 2025?
Start the new year career planning with this guide to succeeding in graduate interviews Continue reading
- 1/8/2025
How to take care of your mental health at university
University can be a life changing but challenging experience. How can you maintain good mental health during your studies?. Continue reading
- 12/4/2024
How to make career decisions, tips for first years
A degree will create so many career options, how do you make a decision? Continue reading
- 11/27/2024