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88Job interviews: How to avoid nerves
by ChrisDowsett
Having spent a good part of my life being interviewed, or interviewing someone, I can tell you that job interviews and nervousness go together like buying a home and mortgages. It's rare that the first comes... published 2 years ago
85How to resign from a job
by ChrisDowsett
When it all hits the fan or you wake up one day and decide you've had enough it might just be the time to resign. Time to get out. Time to get off the sinking ship. But there is an art to resigning that lets... published 18 months ago
84How to find the perfect job for you
by ChrisDowsett
People often ask me what I think they would be good at as a career. Whilst I'm always happy to give them suggestions or ideas, I'm reluctant to be specific. That's partly because it's important they go through... published 18 months ago
77Writing a great cover letter: Ten Common Mistakes
by ChrisDowsett
Cover letters are usually the first thing an employer will see. Here are 10 common mistakes people make when writing their own covering letters. Avoid them and you'll make a great first impression. 1. It's... published 2 years ago
75How to create a great CV or Resume
by ChrisDowsett
Here are some tips on how to create a great CV (or Resume) that will stand out, look professional and put your best experience across. What you should bear in mind, however, is that these are just tips and... published 2 years ago
74Some Challenging and Inspiring Careers
by ChrisDowsett
Do you like the idea of being challenged every time you turn up for work? There are some brains that are designed to be challenged and learn. If you're one of those people then the ideal job could be one in... published 15 months ago
73Using Recruitment Consultants and Agencies
by ChrisDowsett
Today's job market is a maze of recruitment agencies and consultants. I've applied for several jobs in the past, thinking I was going straight to the company but was applying to a recruitment agency instead.... published 2 years ago
62Moving for more money
by ChrisDowsett
Money or personal satisfaction? The challenge is to find a career that brings both. More and more job seekers are looking for more than a steady bit of money from their work. If you're like them, you want a... published 16 months ago
60Work life balance: Working from home
by ChrisDowsett
Sitting at a desk in front of an anti-social computer all day is enough to drive you a little bit crazy. It's enough to drive anyone crazy - and it certainly has. I was talking to a HR lady 2 weeks who told... published 18 months ago
59Professional Development: Part 2 'Qualifications'
by ChrisDowsett
A friend of mine, working in the UK central government, has been applying for promotions for the last 6 months. He's filled out a number of application forms and kept his fingers crossed the whole time. ... published 2 years ago
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