Returning to work
How do I change track?
The last two years or so have caused such upheaval, a lot of people are interested in... read more
Q&A
We have a panel of experts, from career coaches to flexible working specialists and employment lawyers – all on hand to answer your questions for you.
Career Advice
Brushing up on job application skills
This question is increasingly common - things have changed over the years, but... read more
Career Advice
Looking for a remote job due to Covid anxiety
A number of employees have been feeling anxious about the return to the office, and the... read more
Self-Employment
Should I set up my business on the side of my work?
Taking a stepping stone approach to a big change like this makes sense. The risk of an... read more
Career Advice
Should I resign or wait until I have a new job?
Similar questions are asked on a weekly basis - should I stay or should I go?... read more
Career Advice
How to find more meaningful work
Covid has changed the way we think about work and the part it plays in our lives. For some... read more
Career Advice
How to build your networks when you work online
Initial impressions are often formed really early when it comes to starting a new role;... read more
Career Advice
How to prepare for a video interview
Video interviews are potentially tricky. They feel much more artificial than live... read more
Career Advice
How to deal with an ever-increasing workload
As we look forward to the new era of work post Covid-19, it’s clear that our places of... read more
Career Advice
How do I write a CV after a career break for caring?
Writing your CV after a career break My advice is to be completely transparent - any... read more
Career Advice
How do I begin applying for a job with no recent references?
It’s interesting how much job hunters worry about applying for a job with no references... read more
Career Advice
How can I rebuild my confidence amid work rejections?
It’s easy to lose confidence when all you hear is the word ‘no’. In fact, I suspect... read more
Career Advice
How do I start a portfolio career?
You’re wise thinking about the pros and cons of portfolio working, and it’s good to... read more
Career Advice
I fear I am being passed over for promotion due to my age. What can I do?
It sounds like you have lots of experience having worked for your firm for 15 years and... read more
Career Advice
How do I get around ageism in the recruitment process?
You talk about what you ‘suspect’, and that says a lot. It’s easy to jump at shadows... read more
Career Advice
How do I ensure I get paid in line with my experience?
Congratulations on the job offer! This is a common theme in today's world of work, and... read more
Carers & Sandwich Generation
Looking to return to work with caring responsibilities
Getting back into the job market can feel tough when you’ve been out for a while. The... read more
Career Advice
What can you do if you have severe menopause symptoms at work?
Coping with severe menopause symptoms at work is a really important topic affecting many... read more
Career Advice
Do I need to volunteer to get experience in a new field?
How fantastic you'd like to follow your passion and work with animals - the question is... read more
Career Advice
Apprenticeships for over 50s
Adult apprenticeships have become increasingly popular over the years, in particular with... read more
Career Advice
How do I write my cv if I want to move into a new sector?
A lot of people are changing sectors at the moment, so don’t feel what you are doing is... read more
