Unfortunately working with a difficult colleague is something that can be found in most workplaces. I would often say that the workplace is like a social experiment; you are surrounded with people whom you may not otherwise meet or be around which can be a challenge in itself. Trying to work professionally with those around you can be tricky, especially when you need to work with a difficult colleague.
Read MoreIt is that time of year again….Ho Ho Ho….Merry Christmas….it is the 01st December and Christmas is here. Your work Christmas party is likely to be coming up over the next few weeks. There will be some people who will look forward to this and for others it induces a fear and panic. So how do you survive it so you remain the professional that you are. I have three straightforward tips to help you.
Read MoreSo we all get a lot of advice when we are working…some useless and some worthwhile. For me there are some key pieces of advice that have stuck with me that I wanted to share with you.
Read MoreAfter spending years interviewing and meeting countless candidates there are some simple ways to prepare for an interview so that you can present yourself as a polished professional. Though these may sound obvious to most, you would be surprised by the number of candidates that I have met that have done none of the below!
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