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Work vs life – why are we still battling?

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Creating a balance between work and play has become more difficult since the world became so sociable. More relationships are suffering from work-related interruptions and sadly, there’s an increase in the number of people who divorce from work-related issues. Read Article »

Why ‘unemployed’ is such an ugly word

unemployed Why unemployed is such an ugly word

‘Unemployed’ has become such an ugly word. Ask anyone and the first thing that usually pops into their head is a vision on someone in tracksuit bottoms and Ugg Boots, sprawled on the sofa watching daytime TV who only ventures out of their council house to queue outside the Jobcentre for the money which will fund their next night out, right? Read Article »

Managing more than one job

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Money’s been tight since the recession hit and people are scrimping and saving to ensure they have enough to get by. People are switching supermarkets, regulating their energy use and opting for UK staycations rather than two weeks abroad. But what about those who are still feeling the pinch? Read Article »

9 Ideal (last minute) Mothers Day gifts for the work-a-holic Mum

Mothers day header 9 Ideal (last minute) Mothers Day gifts for the work a holic Mum

Mum working this Mothers Day? Not got a present yet? There’s nothing stopping you from getting her something lovely! Here are some ideas of what you can get for the leading lady in your life. Read Article »

Have you ruined your CV?

CV edit Have you ruined your CV?

You may think your CV is the best thing ever written. You’ve got some great qualifications and your experience is spot on for the job you’re applying for. Yet two weeks pass and you’ve still heard no response. You tried applying for something you’re more than qualified for, yet you’re still being ‘ignored’. Why? You may have ruined your CV. Read Article »

How to have a great time at work

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The prospect of an early morning Monday start makes us wish the weekend would never end. I’ve personally lost count of how many times I’ve been lying in bed on a Sunday morning, trying to make the most of it because I won’t be able to enjoy it the next day. Read Article »