Improve you CV and Interview Technique – Business & Social Etiquette Blog
We all at some time or other find ourselves applying for a job or a course. This blog is going to give you a few tips for writing your CV and improving your ability to manage yourself in an interview situation. When you are applying for a course or job,... Read More
Are you in the right network? – Life of a Lady
For savvy businesswomen today, networking is a vital business tool. And women’s networks seem to be more effective, maybe because, as I was told, men-only groups combine so much testosterone and competitiveness, they leave the collegiate spirit behind. Not so for women. Though we all know women executives who pretend... Read More
Boundaries are better than ‘balance’ – By Jessica Chivers
By Jessica Chivers, author of Mothers Work! and founder of The Talent Keeper Specialists (www.talentkeepers.co.uk) Through my work I have the privilege of hearing other women’s aspirations, concerns and insights into the minutiae of what it takes to be at their best. One thing that comes up time and again... Read More
First Impressions DO Count | Chilli Pepper Career Blog
“People buy people before they buy products and services, skills and experience” As Sun Tzu once said, “What you believe about yourself, the world will believe about you.” So, before you sell yourself in an interview you first have to sell you on you because if you don’t like you... Read More
Getting over that ‘electronic fence’ – Work Workplace Wonders Blog
I reckon you’re all going to feel me when I talk of the despair of trying to get a machine to hear you. Take when you need to report a fault on your line. The loop d’ loop of electronic messages you have to answer correctly before the inevitable ‘on... Read More
50 Tips for Networking at Events
Are you a good networker? Do you know how to network effectively at events and for your career? Knowing how to network confidently is a valuable skill in today’s working world and can be the key to your success which is why we’ve teamed up with career experts and networking... Read More
What is the Secret to a Successful Interview? | Chilli Pepper Careers Blog
Does it surprise to hear that there really is no secret to a successful interview? It’s simple, PREPARATION and PRACTICE. The amount of preparation and practice before the interview takes place is key. It’s incredibly frustrating when an applicant looks better on paper than in person. It’s an old cliché... Read More
My 5:2 fast way to career gain – Work Workplace Wonders Blog
This week I treated myself to a visit to my local bookstore. Honestly, it’s like stepping back in time. The pace of life slows. People know your name and can even recommend books that you’ll like – heaven! The passion for paper-turning is infectious. Ok and yes – I definitely... Read More
Do You Know How Extraordinary You Are? – GIFEW Femina Fusion Certificate Program
Do you still wonder “How to live a successful and fulfilled life that makes a difference?” Bea Benkova, the founder and CEO of the Global Institute for Extraordinary Women (GIFEW) invites you to join Femina Fusion Foundation. Within just 6 weeks, start integrating and transforming all important areas of your... Read More
Things to consider before engaging a PR company – by PR maven Jessica Huie, Founder of JH Public Relations
Business up and running/growing and ready to engage a PR company? Here are a few things to consider. By PR maven Jessica Huie, Founder of JH Public Relations Nobody knows your story like you do. If you can deliver your elevator pitch in thirty seconds and succinctly explain your business,... Read More
The Truth About Success (in a Nutshell) – Mastering Your Mind Blog
Let me tell you a quick story about a client. Let’s call her – Rachel. She’s 33. She’s made good money working for a top consultancy firm for close to 10 years. She has a fantastic husband, a beautiful home and a lot of friends. On the outside she seems... Read More
So this morning is my first ever spinning class – Work Workplace Wonders Blog
Spinning and winning So this morning I go to my first ever spinning class. As I take a good look at my fellow spinners it seems the room is bursting with seasoned pros. And what do I do? I blurt out : “This is my first time, please don’t leave... Read More
How to deal with bullying in the work environment – Business & Social Etiquette Blog
Even if you have never experienced bullying in the work place I am sure that you will know a colleague or friend who has gone through this extremely unpleasant situation. Workplace bullying, is defined by Wikipedia as the tendency of individuals or groups to use persistent aggressive or unreasonable behaviour... Read More
Why host a team building event in London?
London is a magical city. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire world. It features some of the world’s most famous architecture. Big Ben. The Palace of Westminster. The London Eye. There is so much to see and do in England’s capital city. London need not be... Read More
A nice chat with the stapler – Plate Spinner Blog
There are many downsides to working by yourself and running your own business – like never being absolutely sure where your next client might come from, no IT department and your Christmas parties. (Boy, is it hard to get into the festive spirit when it is just you, a single... Read More
The essential leadership survival tip for women!
There you are in a leadership role. The role you have dreamt of, but reality is kicking in. You feel lonely, out of the loop, insecurity is creeping in and to be honest, you are just not enjoying it as much as you thought you would. It’s all starting to... Read More
How To Become Indispensable Within The Workplace | Chilli Pepper Careers Blog
Where do you really add value? – Start identifying where you can add value. Why should an employer pay you a salary with added benefits if you can’t even identify what your transferable skills include? Start thinking about how your employer receives a return on their investment (ROI) by employing... Read More
It’s a FACT the Internal Applicant…| Chilli Pepper Career Blog
Believes that their CV won’t make a difference. They are known to pay less attention to the content and presentation of their CV. Assumes that they know all about the department or position on offer. They tend to have a vague knowledge from speaking with colleagues and through the ‘grape... Read More
Attacker? Defender? Try defendacker… – Work Workplace wonders Blog
For all you footie fans out there, I apologise in advance. When the family dictates the need for a feet up moment football style I begrudgingly take the hit. Sneaking in with a book would be much more my bag but apparently that’s just not ‘cricket’. Whilst doing ‘time’ this... Read More
Heroes – Work Workplace wonders Blog
Careers coach Lucinda Harlow of Uevolve blogs about work heroes I don’t know about you but I have two kind of heroes. The first kind includes the likes of Nelson Mandela. I mean what a combo of determination, ethics and action that’s led to jaw dropping change and liberation. When... Read More