Tag: job search

Job searching tips in a tough market – how to stay motivated

It’s a tough market out there if you are searching for a new job; cracking how to stay motivated is a large part of the battle. 

There’s been an increase in redundancies recently, and employers appear more cautious about recruiting – likely driven by cost pressures, economic uncertainty created by the US’s Hokey Cokey on tariffs, and higher labour costs thanks to National Insurance and National Minimum Wage increases. 

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How to combat job search fatigue and win

You are not imagining it – job searches are taking much longer than they used to, leading to candidates getting fatigue. A survey of 2,500 people found it takes, on average, 3.8 months to secure a job after investing 6.5 hours a week on searching and sending off 162 applications.  

It’s no mean feat, then, to secure your next role, and no wonder people get worn out by the process. Here’s how you can combat job search fatigue and win. 

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Are outplacement services worth it? Why you should ask for outplacement support as part of your redundancy package

If you’re being made redundant you may already have been offered support to find a new job, but are outplacement services worth it? We think so. They put you in a stronger position for finding your next role, help you understand your strengths and what that role could be, give you support to freshen up your CV and get you ready to sell yourself at interviews. That’s why you should ask for outplacement support as part of your redundancy package.  

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How to tell people you’ve been made redundant and why it matters

With news that UK employers are preparing for the “biggest redundancy round in a decade” (The Guardian) many people will be facing losing their jobs. Losing your job at any point is a scary thing to face, but it’s even worse when lots of people are in the same situation and the job market is saturated. Here’s my tips on how to tell people you’ve been made redundant and why it matters. 

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Quarterly Career Check Up – Your Mini MOT

Check in with a quarterly career check up 

I always encourage my clients to get in the habit of carrying out a quarterly career check up – or a ‘career MOT’ as I like to call it. Getting in the habit of regularly stopping to monitor your current career position with a mini appraisal can really pay off, whether you’re happy where you are or looking for a new role.  

Here’s a quick look at what a career check up is and why a little effort can go a long way. 

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Stuck in a job you no longer love?

Being stuck in a job you’re not all that keen is never ideal – but if it also happens to pay a great salary and offer some generous benefits, you can end up feeling really trapped. If you’re torn between passion and pay, job satisfaction over salary, and you’re wondering what to do, here are a few things to consider to help you make a decision on which way to turn.  

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How a career coach can help you take control after redundancy

How a career coach can help you take control after redundancy 

With the current economic situation, many people are finding themselves at risk of redundancy – or with the option to choose it if that suits them. In the three months to December 2024, there were around 114,000 redundancies made in the United Kingdom, with more expected in 2025. It can be a strange time, but a career coach can help you take control of your next step. 

The professional perspective of a career coach can really help you work through the change that has been imposed on you or that you’ve chosen, provide time and space to talk through your thoughts and feelings, help you explore options as well as come to terms with, accept and heal from the change. 

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Four signs you need the help of a career coach

Four signs you need the help of a career coach 

If you’re wondering why on earth you would need someone else to help you make a change at work, here are four signs you need the support of a career coach. 

Independent career coaches can provide a safe space for you to explore your work options even if you haven’t decided that you want to make a change. We can help you feel more in control of your career and working life, and to make the right move (not just any move) if you do decide to look for a new job. 

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Applying for a new job? Does the potential employer share your values?

It’s easy to underestimate just how important personal values are when it comes to choosing your next employer. It’s even easier to focus on just getting that next job instead of taking the time to reflect on whether it’s the right next step for you and whether you’ll be a good fit, particularly if you’re unhappy where you are or if you’re out of work. The pay packet can become the sole focus. Continue reading “Applying for a new job? Does the potential employer share your values?”

What’s an agile career path? And how can you get one?

Long ago, in days of yore, a young dreamer would find a trade, train with an experienced practitioner and see out their days plying that trade near and yon.

Nowadays, the average UK worker changes job every five years and the idea of a “job for life” is pretty much dead. And since we no longer have our employers providing definitive career paths for us, we are far more responsible for our career success than ever before.

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How to land your dream job in 2025

Whether you’re a recent graduate, planning a career switch, or seeking that big promotion, knowing what’s happening in the UK job market can make all the difference to landing your dream job. Here’s how you can stand out and secure your ideal role in 2025. 

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