Careers

Changing places

Margaret Davis — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:08:37 +0100

DIFFICULT SITUATION: In theory, it’s a good idea to spend a few weeks working with someone you are going to replace. In practice, this situation can be awkward. How do you turn it into a positive experience?

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Vocabulary for job applications (2)

Kirstie Crail — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:21:12 +0100

There are many verbs and expressions associated with the processes of looking for, offering or getting a job. There are also many that are associated with losing, not offering or not getting a job. Which words do you associate with "a job" — and which with "no job"?

Vocabulary for job applications (1)

Kirstie Crail — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:21:07 +0100

Writing a job application is easier if you know the right words and expressions. Our short test looks at word families on the topic of job applications. Practise the language here — then use it when you apply for a job or get an job interview. We help you to get ready to write your application.

Looking the part

Margaret Davis — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:56:43 +0100

FRONT DESK: First impressions are important. And the first person most people see when they enter a company’s offices is the receptionist. Does she greet visitors with a smile? Is she neatly dressed, competent and able to answer questions?

Good advice

Margaret Davis — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:53:39 +0100

PSYCHOTHERAPY: Call it couples therapy for companies. A growing number of firms are turning to psychologists for help in dealing with conflicts among their staff or with business partners.

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Bad apples

Margaret Davis — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:55:41 +0100

TEAMS: According to the old saying, one bad apple can spoil the whole barrel. Careers experts say this is true in the workplace, too: just one or two unpleasant or lazy colleagues can have a negative effect on the entire team.

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Happy all the time?

Margaret Davis — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:32:38 +0100

MOTIVATION: Are you happy to return to work on Monday mornings? Or does the daily routine seem like a trap? Many people find it difficult to motivate themselves at work — and not just after a break.

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Be nice

Margaret Davis — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:26:27 +0100

PSYCHOLOGY: It probably won’t surprise you to hear that saying positive things to your boss or colleagues is good for your career. Not only that, but psychologists have found out that being nice to the people you work with may also help reduce stress on the job.

We wish you a merry...

Margaret Davis — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:50:01 +0100

OFFICE PARTIES: It’s that time of year again. You, your colleagues and your boss are taking time to have a meal, a drink or maybe a dance at the office Christmas party. Here’s how to make sure the event is memorable for the right reasons.

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Business English Qualifications

Deborah Capras — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:44:10 +0100

We look at the different types of business English certificates and assessments. Decide what's right for you.