Psychology is consistently ranked as one of the most interesting subjects to study- and it’s no wonder really. As humans we are fascinating creatures, we understand surprisingly little about ourselves, our deeper thoughts and motivations. Learning more about how we work and what makes us tick both from an evolutionary and cognitive perspective can be hugely enlightening and … [Read more...]

Are you busy plotting your next career move? If so, there is a lot that needs to be considered. You need to think about the type of business you want to work for, not only in regards to the company culture and the type of work you will be doing on a daily basis but with regards to the size too. Do you want to work for a large firm or would you prefer to work for a start-up? … [Read more...]

In life, you’re always going to have dreams. Whether these are related to certain areas of your life, or your life overall, you may find that there are things you’d love to work towards. Some of the time, you will find that you need to be in a certain financial position to make this happen. If this is the case for you, you will want to make sure that you get yourself to … [Read more...]

When seeking the best possible employment opportunities, it is essential to give yourself an advantage. If you have ever had to look for work you will know how demanding and competitive the job market out there can be, and how everyone is competing for the same roles. This is why it is so important to give yourself an edge wherever you possibly can. There are some great … [Read more...]

It can be really hard to find a job in the current economy, but even those of us who are lucky enough to be in employment rarely have it easy. In most sectors, there is no such thing as a job for life anymore and that means that we’re all in a precarious position, hoping against hope that we aren’ t the ones whoa re let go when the net round of economizing comes in or the … [Read more...]

Successful leaders have the ability to not only adapt to change, but also to take advantage of it and thrive during times of upheaval, uncertainty, and transition. Globalization and technological advances are driving rapid and unpredictable change across all sectors. Take a look at what your industry looked like a century ago (or even ten years ago), if it even existed back … [Read more...]

When you are considering applying for the career of your dreams, you have to make sure you understand what this involves. So many people imagine that the process of chasing your dream career is pretty straightforward, but the reality can often be anything but. There are a lot of things to factor in when you want any career, and you need to think even harder when it comes to … [Read more...]

There is something truly wonderful about the idea of being a restaurateur. It seems like it would be a business opportunity that would be effortlessly classy; allowing you to delight in pleasing your customers, immersing yourself in creating the perfect menu, and delighting over creating the best ambiance for your establishment. What’s more, it can be lucrative; get it … [Read more...]

Improving work performance is so important because it gives you better job security and helps you to enjoy your role more. So many of us are disillusioned with our career paths, and this can lead to dissatisfaction at work. If you want to enjoy your job more, you need to look at how to improve your performance and attitude toward the role you have. There are plenty of … [Read more...]

Whilst the job market can be tough in terms of competition, that isn’t always the toughest part of finding a job. Often, the toughest part of finding a job is choosing the right career path. You always have the freedom to change your mind and find another career, however. It’s important to remember that. Still, it’s better to spend most of your working life in a job … [Read more...]