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How to Secure Funding for Business Expansion: Loans, Investors, and Grants
Growing your business requires significant financial investment. Choosing the right funding option will directly impact your ability to invest in growth and capitalise on opportunities, ultimately affecting your long-term success. Each option has inherent risks, benefits, and eligibility criteria that you must evaluate, which we’ll cover in this guide. Understanding Your Funding Needs and […]
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- 3/21/2025
Improving Employee Satisfaction as HR
For HR professionals, cultivating an environment that nurtures its staff rather than exhausting them requires intentional strategies that extend beyond traditional policies. By focusing on effective communication, genuine recognition, and professional growth opportunities, HR can build a workplace culture where employees feel valued, motivated, and inspired. The Importance of Listening: Gathering and Acting on Employee […]
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- 3/21/2025
Top tips for designing a productive home office
Working from home is becoming more common each year, whether through remote or hybrid roles. Now these flexible arrangements are staying put, it’s important that we design a home office environment that ensures we remain as comfortable and as productive as possible. If you’re considering creating your own home workstation, here are some of our […]
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- 3/19/2025
Mastering Market Insights for Finance Interview Success
In the competitive landscape of financial services, demonstrating market insight is crucial during interviews. Mastery of trading platforms and awareness of industry leaders can set you apart from other candidates. Understanding market trends and integrating strategic analysis into discussions is essential for making a lasting impression. The financial services industry demands a profound understanding of […]
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- 3/19/2025
4 Things to consider when starting a new job
Starting a new job can be an exciting but nerve-wracking time, regardless of whether you’re stepping into your very first role or transitioning into a brand-new career opportunity. Preparation is key to ensuring everything goes smoothly, allowing you to make the best first impression and set the stage for long-term success. Here are some of […]
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- 3/14/2025
5 Financial Indicators Your Business Should Know
The health of your business will determine its ability to achieve its goals and sustain long-term success. To remain competitive and perform at its best, key financial indicators can provide you with insights into the profitability, efficiency, and state of your business. These indicators are essential for identifying areas of improvement and ensuring your operations […]
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- 3/5/2025
How to Prepare for the Future of Transportation in Your Career
The transport sector is changing rapidly, with electric and hybrid vehicles leading the shift. As businesses invest in sustainable solutions, new job opportunities will emerge. Professionals looking to enter this field must adapt to these changes. Knowledge of these technologies increases employability and makes candidates more valuable to employers. Staying informed about industry advancements is […]
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- 3/3/2025
Mastering Leadership: How to Showcase Leadership Skills in Job Interviews
Effective leadership skills can significantly impact career progression, from securing a new role to excelling in management positions. Employers seek candidates who demonstrate strong leadership qualities, whether for managerial roles or positions requiring initiative and team collaboration. But how can job seekers effectively showcase their leadership abilities during the hiring process? Managing a team comes […]
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- 3/3/2025
Revolutionize Your Interview Prep with the Interview Assistant Tool
In today’s competitive job market, every candidate needs an edge to stand out. The Interview Assistant Tool provides exactly that—a smart, AI-powered platform designed to tailor your interview preparation to your unique needs. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, discover how our tool transforms the way you practice, learn, and build confidence […]
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- 2/13/2025
Becoming a Professional Insolvency Practitioner: Here’s What it Takes
The insolvency profession plays a vital role in managing financial distress for individuals and businesses, helping them navigate complex legal and financial challenges. Insolvency practitioners are responsible for restructuring debt, liquidating assets, and ensuring fair treatment for creditors while striving to achieve the best possible outcomes for all parties involved. Becoming an IP requires a […]
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- 1/30/2025
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Rachel Reeves: I will not 'tax and spend'
In an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, the chancellor opened up on the public finances and how she's finding the job.
- 3/22/2025
Investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after substation fire led to major flight disruption on Friday.
- 3/22/2025
Heathrow closure: What are my rights?
What are you entitled to if your flight is cancelled due to the fire that has led to the airport's closure?
- 3/21/2025
What will be in the chancellor's Spring Statement?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give more detail about the government's plans for the economy.
- 3/20/2025
Government borrowing higher than expected as pressure builds on Reeves
The latest figures for the UK economy add pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her Spring Statement next week.
- 3/21/2025
The slow but steady advance of driverless vehicles
Robo-taxi services and driverless trucks are gaining ground but progress is painstaking.
- 3/21/2025
Uber offers 20 hours of free childcare in bid to lure female drivers
A union says it should instead pay drivers more so they can take time off with their families.
- 3/21/2025
'Chubby filter' pulled from TikTok after user backlash
Critics say the AI tool - which made people look overweight - was a form of body-shaming.
- 3/21/2025
Broadcasters fined £4m for freelance pay collusion
The UK competition regulator says the BBC, BT, IMG and ITV illegally shared information about fees.
- 3/21/2025
'Harassed and humiliated' - family sues Boeing over whistleblower death
John Barnett's family say he was subjected to harassment and humiliation after he raised safety concerns.
- 3/20/2025
Trump uses emergency powers to boost mineral production
The executive order comes as the US president tries to reduce America's reliance on imports of the vital materials.
- 3/21/2025
Interest rates will go down gradually, says Bank
Borrowing costs had been widely expected to be left unchanged with inflation, predicted to go up in the coming months.
- 3/20/2025
Tesla vandals face up to 20 years in prison, says attorney general
The US attorney general said a wave of vandalism and arson attacks at Tesla dealerships is "domestic terrorism".
- 3/21/2025
Tesla makes largest ever Cybertruck recall
It is the eighth recall involving the pickup since early 2024, shortly after the truck hit the roads.
- 3/20/2025
What will be in the chancellor's Spring Statement?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give more detail about the government's plans for the economy.
- 3/20/2025
EU delays plans to retaliate against Trump tariffs
Its tit-for-tat tariffs had prompted Trump to threaten a 200% tariff on European alcohol and wine.
- 3/20/2025
Engineers building 'helicopter that flies itself'
Engineers are building a helicopter that is set to fly itself - without humans operating it remotely.
- 3/20/2025
Tesla's challenges run deeper than 'toxic' controversy around Elon Musk
The company is still valued at more than 100 times its earnings - but it faces problems that experts say go beyond questions around its CEO
- 3/20/2025
More than a fifth of UK adults still not looking for work
Official figures come after controversial plans to cut sickness and disability benefits were announced this week.
- 3/20/2025
'The discrimination I face on public transport is inhumane'
A report by parliament's cross-party-transport select committee says accessibility failings are "systematic" across all modes of transport.
- 3/20/2025
Fed cuts US growth forecast as tariff fears increase
The US president, who has previously criticised the central bank, called on it to cut interest rates.
- 3/20/2025
You're hired: Lord Sugar signs up to stay on The Apprentice into his 80s
The businessman and TV personality talks about his life, career, The Apprentice and Donald Trump.
- 3/20/2025
Santander to close almost a quarter of UK branches
The bank will start closing branches from June, putting 750 jobs at risk.
- 3/19/2025
First individual Horizon victim to sue Post Office
Lee Castleton has started a legal claim against his former employer over the Horizon scandal.
- 3/19/2025
Ben & Jerry's boss 'ousted over political activism'
The ice cream maker alleges the move is part of efforts by its parent company to silence its activism.
- 3/19/2025
Google agrees to pay $28m in racial bias lawsuit
The tech giant confirmed it had "reached a resolution" but rejected the allegations made against it.
- 3/19/2025
Splurge or save? Americans struggle as tariffs hit economy
Families in the US are trying to dodge higher prices from tariffs, as worries rise about the economy.
- 3/19/2025
How did a single fire bring down Europe's busiest airport?
Questions have been raised over what caused the outage and why back-up systems failed?
- 3/21/2025
Why Elon Musk's Grok is kicking up a storm in India
The chatbot has become an "unfiltered and unhinged" digital sensation in India.
- 3/20/2025
Subsea fibre cables can 'listen out' for sabotage
Ways are being developed for subsea cables to "sense" whether they are being disturbed or attacked.
- 3/18/2025
Will Trump's tariff war spark big-bang reforms in India?
Could this be a chance for the world’s fifth-largest economy to shed protectionism and open up further?
- 3/19/2025
'I'm a little angry': Canadian firms boycott US products
Canadian firms say there is a need for more homegrown production after tariffs imposed by the US sparked a trade war.
- 3/17/2025
Car sharing switches to electric to boost appeal
Car sharing has not taken off, but will electric cars boost its appeal?
- 3/14/2025
US tech firms feel pinch from China tariffs
The price of China-made smartphones, TVs and laptops could rise in the US and elsewhere, experts warn.
- 3/13/2025
Why people are cutting back their online profile
A new wave of AI has spurred some to think more carefully about their online presence.
- 3/11/2025
'We don't need a Gail's' - the coffee shop boom dividing locals
The controversial cafe chain is expanding outside London but locals often have mixed feelings.
- 3/9/2025
Luxury lounges: Credit card perks 'we are all paying for'
Why credit card providers are opening lavish customer lounges in airports and cities.
- 3/10/2025
How Britain's former top banker became Canada's prime minister
The former banker may not have been elected to office before, but his experience managing global economic crises will help.
- 3/14/2025
Sweden is 'no longer a country that cannot be trusted'
Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato.
- 3/6/2025
Why detecting methane is difficult but crucial work
From handheld to space-based, new methane detectors are making it easier to track the greenhouse gas.
- 3/4/2025
What can you do if you change your mind about accepting a job offer?
Getting multiple job offers is a common student experience. What can you do if you start to feel you've accepted the wrong one? Continue reading
- 2/19/2025
What you can do if your job applications are being rejected
It's very easy to become demotivated and stop applying, but what can you do if your applications keep being rejected? Continue reading
- 2/12/2025
Why a positive attitude is so important in the workplace
Why is attitude so important for employers? And how can it help you to develop a professional reputation at work? Continue reading
- 2/5/2025
How to succeed in psychometric tests
How to succeed in one of the initial stages of the graduate recruitment process Continue reading
- 1/29/2025
How to prepare for a non-academic career
A PhD is highly valued by non-academic employers. But how do you make transition to industry after your research? Continue reading
- 1/22/2025
Getting the most from your careers team as an international student
If you are an international student looking for employment in the UK, find out more about the new Student Circus platform - as well as the other services and resources available to you Continue reading
- 1/15/2025
What makes a successful interview in 2025?
Start the new year career planning with this guide to succeeding in graduate interviews Continue reading
- 1/8/2025
How to take care of your mental health at university
University can be a life changing but challenging experience. How can you maintain good mental health during your studies?. Continue reading
- 12/4/2024
How to make career decisions, tips for first years
A degree will create so many career options, how do you make a decision? Continue reading
- 11/27/2024
Starting a career in digital content writing – what are your options?
If you’re a keen writer looking for how you can integrate your skills and passion into your job, this guide to starting a career in digital content writing is the perfect place to start. Continue reading
- 11/25/2024