Growing your career
Career progression requires planning and a commitment to continuous development. This section offers guidance on how to remain marketable, position yourself for promotion, handle negotiations around pay and more.
How to stay marketable
Keeping your skills fresh, current and relevant is the best way to stay marketable. Align your skill set with your company's plans, as well as those of potential employers.
How to get a promotion
Promotions aren't given to anyone in a business, therefore you need to impress your employer by proving your ready to take the next step in your career. With smart preparation, the right attitude and a good support network, you will be in a strong position to take that step. Read our tips that can help you secure a promotion.
Negotiating a pay rise
When negotiating a pay rise it is critical you don't approach your employer unprepared. A lack of knowledge and research will lower your confidence and will likely result in a negative outcome.
What is networking?
Networking is key to a successful and growing career. Networking is to build long-term relationships with key people, however this isn't always 'business people'. You can build strong networks with friends, family or sport teams. A good networker will invest their time in getting to know people. The more effort you put in the higher the possibility they will be able to assist you one day.
Ever wonder whether you're a permanent employee?
A recent Court of Appeal decision has brought further clarity to the difficult issue of whether temporary workers ever have the same rights as permanent employees.
Moving into management
Making the move into management may generate fresh challenges and place new responsibilities on your shoulders. Preparation and a willingness to learn new skills are key to ensuring you adapt and contribute successfully as part the management structure of your company.
How to change your career path
Most people will contemplate changing career or switching job type at some stage during their working lives. Not all will go through with it, but for those who do, the move can prove an extremely rewarding and edifying experience.
How to relocate for a job
People choose to relocate for work for many reasons; a new job, an employer moving premises, a promotion, lifestyle improvements or a change of career are just some examples.
The merits of finding a mentor
A mentor can be a huge source of inspiration, advice and knowledge at any stage in your career – but particularly in the early days. Unlike any normal business contact, a mentor is someone who offers ongoing guidance and a long-term investment in your future goals.
Why sharpening your soft skills could spell success
Whether you’re seeking an accounting job, legal job or leisure job – one thing remains consistent, it’s a competitive job market out there.
Six tips for face-to-face networking
Whatever industry you’re in, networking can play an important part in career success. The web has made it easier than ever to connect and maintain contact with useful connections, but it’s still not a substitute for building relationships in a more traditional, face-to-face manner.
