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How to make the most of working from home
6 days ago by CABA
Following the latest government advice, many of us will already or soon be working from home for the foreseeable future. For those who aren’t used to working remotely, this can be a particularly disruptive experience and may require some time to adjust. Some people initially enjoy the idea of not having to leave the house in the morning, but may soon find the comforts of home distracting, leadi...
Lights, camera, action: how to impress in your video interview
13 days ago by Karen Young, Director of Hays Accountancy & Finance
Video interviews are now a necessity and they need to be taken seriously if you want to impress a prospective employer and secure a new role. For some, the perceived lack of real interpersonal interaction during a video interview can be a cause for anxiety. Body language accounts for a large part of communication, and without it the ability to express ourselves decreases significantly. It’s imp...
Is it time to change jobs? How to spot the warning signs
20 days ago by Hays
‘It’s just a job’, is something we often say to ourselves after a bad day in the office. But is it? We spend so many of our waking hours at work that to settle for less than a job that is fulfilling, challenging and creatively and intellectually stimulating is to do yourself a disservice. Recognising when it’s time to move on career-wise is tricky. Do you find yourself struggling to get out of ...
Seven tips to becoming more employable in 2020
26 days ago by Thea Watson, Marketing Director of Hays UK & I and UK Board member
So, if you have realised that the time is right for you to make a change and find a new job, then the following tips will help you achieve your goals. 1.Think about which skills you will need to achieve your goals Upon reflecting on your current skill set, you need to start filling the gaps as to where you have weaknesses. The start of a new year is a great time to do this. Therefore, it is cru...
When's the best time to change jobs
about 1 month ago by Hays
We all have our up and down days at work, but if you feel the Monday blues consistently during the week, this could be a sign that your current job is not working for you. If it’s not, it’s time to consider just when and how you want to make your next move. How to know your job’s not for you: 1. You’re uninspired at work Is your job boring you to tears? Being bored at work can make you feel dem...