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National Apprenticeship Week: meet Anthony

We recently spoke to Anthony Baston, Pertemps Leicester Branch Manager, about his experiences carrying out a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Management.

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Hastings Direct Case Study - Sharmon Pearson

We’ve taken a dive into the careers of some of client Hasting Direct’s #HastingsHires for advice to others on their careers. Here we talk to Sharmon Pearson, a Customer Representative.

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Blue Monday : Look after your mental health at work

Nobody looks forward to Mondays. But Monday 15 January, or Blue Monday, is the worst of them all as it’s officially the most depressing day of the year. Apparently, a mixture of rubbish weather, lack of vitamin D, debt, failed New Year’s resolutions and missing the festive fun of Christmas becomes all too much and leads to feelings of unhappiness.

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Hastings Direct Case Study - Zenobia Brand

We’ve taken a dive into the careers of some of client Hasting Direct’s #HastingsHires for advice to others on their careers. Here we talk to Zenobia Brand, a Digital and Change team PMO Support Analyst.

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5 steps to getting a pay rise

Feeling those itchy feet about your current salary? Follow our guide on how you can put yourself in the best position to approach your boss with a case and get the discussion about your pay on the table.

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Why ongoing Covid-19 restrictions should't delay your job hunt

With the anticipation of a potential lockdown over the festive period, a sigh could be heard across the nation when Boris Johnson revealed that there is to be no lockdown at this moment in time.

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1-minute mindful exercises to practice daily

If you feel like your mental health is starting to suffer, finding time for a self-care routine can help reduce stress and give you much-needed time to recharge. Here’s five mindfulness exercises you can start today which will take a minute or under – we promise!

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How to use LinkedIn effectively during your job search

Ever struggled to squeeze all your professional experience and skills onto your CV? It’s tough. LinkedIn gives you more free rein to showcase yourself and the key to using LinkedIn effectively is to make sure you're 'discoverable' to employers and agencies.

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Four ways to make your CV stand out during Covid-19

Nailing your CV is the first crucial step in your job search, as it’s the first chance you get to make a good impression on an employer and stand out from the crowd - which is now more important than ever. Here’s our top tips to get you started:

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What to do after being made redundant

Being made redundant is one of the toughest challenges to face in this current climate and although losing your job is hard to handle, it’s important to try and remain proactive. A redundancy can be a key turning point in your life and here’s our step by step guide on what to do next:

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Four in-demand skills to succeed post-COVID-19

COVID-19 has changed the work landscape and as we all continue to navigate our way through the pandemic, now is a good time to brush up on in-demand skills that will help you put your best foot forward in the search for a new job. We’ve rounded up four skills to succeed…

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Crucial questions to ask your interviewer post-lockdown

As lockdown restrictions have relaxed, the way we work has shifted and transformed abruptly in order to adapt and continue during these unprecedented times.

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Worried about your job security? Here’s how to manage your anxiety

During these uncertain times, it is understandable that people may be feeling anxious about their job security. The Coronavirus has had a knock-on effect on the world’s economy which is likely to be felt for a while yet.

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