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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
Emotional Intelligence in Job Searching: Leveraging EQ for Career Success
Technical proficiency and credentials are no longer the only factors that determine career success in today’s cutthroat labor market. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to manage one’s and others’ emotions. It involves recognizing and understanding them. It is vital for job searches and professional relationships. Platforms like Spinia value relationships and flexibility. These traits […]
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- 1/28/2025
What to Expect in an Interview for an Accountant’s Job in the UK: Key Questions and Answers
If you’re applying for an accountant’s position in the UK in 2025, it’s essential to be prepared for a range of questions designed to assess both your technical expertise and your ability to work within a business environment. The accounting profession continues to evolve, so employers are looking for candidates who are adaptable, knowledgeable, and […]
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- 1/27/2025
PAYE vs IR35: What Employers and Contractors Need to Know
Employers and contractors must understand the differences between PAYE and IR35. These two terms often appear in discussions about tax compliance and employment status in the UK. However, they serve different purposes and impact businesses and contractors uniquely. This article will explain the difference between IR35 and PAYE, clarify how they operate, and help you […]
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- 1/22/2025
How to Use AI to Prepare for an Interview?
Introduction Interviews are a crucial step in the job application process, often determining whether a candidate is the right fit for a role. Preparing effectively for an interview can make the difference between landing your dream job and missing out on a great opportunity. With advancements in technology, AI interviewer tools have emerged as a […]
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- 1/15/2025
How To Create The Perfect Home Office
Setting up a home office can feel like a big project, but the payoff is worth it. Whether you’re working remotely full-time or just need a dedicated space for occasional tasks, creating a functional, comfortable home office can make a huge difference in your productivity and focus. Start With a Clean Slate Before you do […]
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- 1/2/2025
Attracting Top Talent: The Role of Workplace Discounts in Modern Recruitment
In the race to attract and retain top talent, offering competitive salaries is no longer enough. Modern employees seek comprehensive benefits packages that cater to their financial, personal, and professional needs. Among these, workplace discounts have emerged as a powerful tool to enhance employee satisfaction and make companies stand out in a crowded job market. […]
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- 12/13/2024
Stop Wasting Hours on Your Resume: 3 Tweaks to Stand Out Quickly
Your resume is your first impression—and in today’s fast-paced hiring world, you don’t have much time to make it count. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours reworking it. By focusing on a few high-impact areas, you can create a resume that grabs attention and gets results. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making […]
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- 12/11/2024
Why You Should Choose Employees Who Work with DeWalt Tools
When it comes to hiring skilled professionals for construction, renovation, or any DIY projects, the tools they use play a significant role in their performance and the quality of work delivered. DeWalt UK, a well-respected brand in the power tools industry, is synonymous with reliability, durability, and innovation. Here are several reasons why you should […]
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- 10/22/2024
Warwick University Careers Blog
Trump steel tariffs negative for both UK and US, says Reynolds
US President Donald Trump is set to impose 25% taxes on steel entering the country "without exceptions".
- 2/16/2025
Trump tariff VAT threat raises fears of hit to UK
The surprise inclusion of VAT to calculate tariffs prompts questions over the possible impact on British businesses.
- 2/14/2025
Uber and Bolt drivers strike on Valentine's Day
Thousands of drivers are taking part in the strike action over pay and working conditions, a union says.
- 2/14/2025
Call for parents to be able to use loyalty card points to buy baby milk
Parents should be able to use vouchers, the regulator says, but restrictions on discounts should remain.
- 2/14/2025
Thames Water launches appeal for larger bill rise
The water company says the cap on what it can charge customers for the next five years is too low.
- 2/14/2025
US politicians furious at UK demand for encrypted Apple data
They say the US should re-evaluate its cyber-security partnership with the UK unless the "dangerous" request is withdrawn.
- 2/14/2025
Why don't Europeans buy more American cars?
Trump wants US vehicles to be more popular in Europe, but it's a difficult market for them to crack.
- 2/14/2025
'Mould, damp and decay': Homes excluded from insulation scandal help
Help to fix unsuitable insulation under government schemes only applies to work done since 2022.
- 2/14/2025
Trump launches plan to target countries with new tariffs
The US president ordered his staff to develop a response to countries with trade policies he says are unfair.
- 2/14/2025
Avanti West Coast strikes suspended for talks
Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union planned to walk out on the next three Sundays.
- 2/14/2025
TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US
TikTok is again available on app stores in the US after President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the app.
- 2/14/2025
Change Heathrow funding or third runway won't happen - businesses
Businesses want a review of the regulations that govern what Heathrow Airport can charge.
- 2/14/2025
Scientists work on 'superhuman' vision systems for robots
Researchers have given a robot a powerful radio-based vision system which can see through smoke.
- 2/14/2025
Modi hails US-India 'mega partnership' in Trump meeting
Trump and Modi, who share warm personal ties, met in the shadow of trade tensions complicating US-India relations.
- 2/14/2025
UK signals it will seek US steel tariff exemption
Business secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the government has a strong case to avoid tariffs on UK-made steel entering the US.
- 2/13/2025
Questions raised over Rachel Reeves's CV and expenses
The BBC has established the Chancellor left the Bank of England nine months earlier than she states in her LinkedIn profile.
- 2/13/2025
Jeff Bezos space firm Blue Origin to cut a tenth of jobs
The company is looking to trim manager ranks and focus on ramping up rocket launches.
- 2/14/2025
Some mortgage rates cut below 4% as competition picks up
It's the first time mortgage deals with rates below 4% have been available since November.
- 2/13/2025
Surprise growth in UK economy at end of 2024
The economy expanded by 0.1% between October and December, official figures suggest.
- 2/13/2025
Google Maps blocks Gulf of America reviews after rename criticism
It controversially updated the Gulf's name for US users after President Trump ordered it to be changed.
- 2/13/2025
Honda-Nissan multi-billion dollar merger collapses
The Japanese car making giants aimed to combine their businesses to compete against Chinese rivals.
- 2/13/2025
Unofficial TikTok downloads surge in the US
Many people are turning to so-called "sideloading" because the app is unavailable on official stores.
- 2/13/2025
Three American goods that could rise in price due to metal tariffs
Donald Trump's plans for tariffs risk raising prices for items from cars to canned food.
- 2/12/2025
US inflation in surprise increase
US inflation increased by more than expected last month, pushing up the cost of living for Americans.
- 2/13/2025
Everton sponsor leaves UK after porn ad probe
Gambling site Stake will leave the UK as a regulator investigation continues.
- 2/12/2025
Goldman axes diversity rule that has 'served purpose'
The bank ditches a policy that stopped it acting on flotations for firms with an all male, all white board.
- 2/12/2025
Next ad banned as pose made model look too thin
The advertising watchdog says it was "irresponsible" to emphasise the thinness of the model's legs.
- 2/12/2025
Erasing Escobar: Will Colombia ban the sale of memorabilia of the drug lord?
Politicians in the country want to prohibit the sale of such items, but they face opposition.
- 2/13/2025
Germany's once-mighty car industry is in crisis. What will it take to fix it?
With the economy a key factor in German elections this month, can the auto sector get back on the road to recovery?
- 2/12/2025
Why do kindness influencers get criticised?
Kindness influencers give away money and gifts but not everyone supports their work.
- 2/11/2025
Do Trump's tariffs mean the end of the post-war free trade world?
President Trump has proposed a sweeping set of tariffs. Does this mark the end of the post-war free trade world?
- 2/11/2025
How Spain's economy became the envy of Europe
The growth is led by a tourism boom, with Spain nearing France as the world's most visited country.
- 2/10/2025
How to shift from lorry driver to space engineer
Students explain their hopes for the UK's first Space Systems Degree Apprenticeship.
- 2/7/2025
World leaders set to vie for AI domination at Paris summit
Global politicians and AI bosses will next week attend a summit to debate the disruptive technology.
- 2/6/2025
Ghana wants more for its cashews, but it's a tough nut to crack
The African nation exports its cashews in raw form, but processing them would be more lucrative.
- 2/5/2025
Why employees smuggle AI into work
Many staff are using AI at work without the permission of their employers.
- 2/4/2025
Leaving X can be a tricky decision for brands
Many companies have left X but it's not always a simple decision.
- 1/30/2025
Will a third runway at Heathrow help UK growth?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce expansion plans but some question the short-term benefits.
- 1/29/2025
What's the plan for a third runway at Heathrow Airport?
The chancellor says expanding Heathrow would boost growth, but there is a lot of vocal opposition.
- 1/30/2025
Will young developers take on key open source software?
The founders of important open source software are getting older, who will take over?
- 1/28/2025
Inside the race for Greenland's mineral wealth
The territory's untapped mineral wealth has caught the eye of both mining firms and Donald Trump.
- 1/27/2025
The French winemaker whose wines are illegal in his home country
Maxime Chapoutier makes wines that combine French and Australian grapes, a strict no-no in the EU.
- 1/25/2025
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
How to align yourself to an employer in applications and interviews
How do you show a graduate employer that you meet their requirements? Continue reading
- 11/20/2024