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Mastering Time Management in Your First Graduate Job
Starting your first graduate job is a huge milestone – congratulations! It marks the beginning of your professional journey and brings with it exciting challenges, new responsibilities, and a steep learning curve. One of the…
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What to Do After Graduation If You Didn’t Get on a Graduate Scheme
Graduation season is nearly upon us! Soon, thousands of students up and down the country will be donning their caps and gowns after years of hard work. Finally graduating is certainly a cause for celebration. However, for many, the idea of officially finishing university can be a daunting thought. Many fresh grads will have a…
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What to do if you’re Late for an Interview
A job interview is your chance to shine, so it’s fair to say you’re not going to get off on the right foot if you rock up 20 minutes late. However, hold-ups happen at the worst possible times. That’s why we’ve crafted a guide on how to ace your job interview even if you’re stuck…
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Looking for 2.2 Degree Graduate Jobs? Everything You Need to Know
Uni is tough, there’s no doubt about that. It’s easy to be thrown off your stride by a bad day, a lecturer who always grades harshly or an impossible essay question in an exam. Everyone wants to do the best they can, so 1st and 2.1 grades are highly coveted. Not just for the sense…
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Finding the Balance: Job Hunting While Employed
Thanks to online job boards and sites, you can now apply for jobs with just one click. However, that doesn’t mean that looking for a new job is easy. Finding a role that you meet the requirements for and that is of interest to you is hard enough. Add in a full-time job and things…
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Business Terminology: Key Terms and Definitions You Need to Know
Gross profit, margin, markup, net profit, overheads, revenue, turnover. There’s a lot of business terminology that we regularly hear, but aren’t always sure what they refer to. Many people confuse gross and net profit and other business terms, but it’s important to know exactly what you’re talking about especially when it comes to interviews. If…
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10 Areas that are Putting Recruiters Off your CV
A recent survey conducted by CV-Library has revealed the top 10 areas that are putting recruiters off your CV. Job seekers are jeopardising their career opportunities by making simple mistakes during the application process. These include the classic spelling and grammatical errors, trying to be too creative and using buzzwords. Having surveyed 200 recruiters, this…
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Don’t Know What to Do After University? Here are Some Options
When you don’t know what to do after university your looming graduation can be a daunting prospect. Big life changes are coming, you can’t rely on your student loan anymore and your decisions are important. However, the good news is you have plenty of options to choose from. What to do after university Get a…
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How to Build Lasting Business Relationships: 8 Pro Tips
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘relationship’? No, we’re not talking about romantic walks by the sea or swiping through dating apps. Everyone you encounter in your working life has some sort of relationship with you. Nurturing these connections could pay off big time in the future, so every professional will…
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Why You Shouldn’t Take a Gap Year
Gap years – they seem to be on the agenda for many 20-somethings who are fresh out of university and ready to experience the world. But are they always a good idea? It’s worth considering why you shouldn’t take a gap year as well as why you should. Sure, gap years can be great! They’re…