Stumble Upon is a network I have been playing with a lot these last few weeks. I have been determined to crack the secret and find out how people get so many views from it. While I still have a fair way to go, I have managed to up my Stumble Upon views from an … [Read more…]
We all need a little me time. A time to spend quietly reflecting, shopping, sipping cocktails, watching football, whatever it is that you want to do. Parents: before you let the guilt kick in, I think you especially deserve some me time. 3 Reasons We All Need Some Me Time It’s important to prioritise some … [Read more…]
You might remember earlier in the month I did some posts to help with job searching if you were unhappy in your current role. It got me thinking, what if you love your current role and the company you work for, but you feel they don’t pay you fairly? You could always ask for a … [Read more…]
Being happy is something we all want, and often it means different things to different people. Happiness is not instant and the definition is always changing, but there are ways to make yourself happier in the moment. I don’t think there’s a one size fits all answer to happiness. It often depends on what we want, how close … [Read more…]
Do you ever find yourself using exercise to boost your mood? Exercising releases endorphins, the happy hormone, so it’s a guaranteed mood lifter. Plus I always find if I’m upset or (especially) angry, I put so much more into my work out. Using Exercise To Boost Your Mood – A Workout So if … [Read more…]
Some people would argue a post about improving your relationship is a weird choice for Valentine’s Day. I don’t think it is at all. If you are having some issues, but you know deep down you love each and want to stay together, why not make Valentine’s your relationship New Year’s. Make some promises to … [Read more…]
Is there something you have always wanted to do but never gotten around to doing? It could be anything – calligraphy, photography, knitting, flower arranging, computer programing, learning a new language – literally anything. Are you like me and want to learn something new but never have the time? Or do you put it off because you … [Read more…]
On Wednesday, I talked about interview techniques, today I thought I would share with you some of the most popular interview questions recruiters will ask you and how to answer them. The rule of thumb for answering any interview question is to be honest. Even if that means saying something that you feel isn’t what … [Read more…]
If you are trying to find your dream job, you will need a CV and cover letter that stand out from the crowd, a good interview technique and a kick ass elevator pitch. Don’t under estimate the power of an elevator pitch in a job interview. Having a great one can be the difference between a … [Read more…]
So, you’ve found the dream job, sent in a stand out CV and cover letter and now you’ve been invited for an interview. Now it gets tough. Are your interview techniques up to scratch? Read on for my top tips and advice: Firstly, don’t view the interview as a negative thing. It isn’t – it’s … [Read more…]