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The Hidden Job Market – Proactive Job Search

The Hidden Job Market – Proactive Job Search

A common misunderstanding about looking for a new job is that all vacancies will be advertised or easily visible. Unfortunately, this is not the case - advertised jobs are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to looking for your next career. These unadvertised vacancies are commonly referred to as the ‘hidden job market’.
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Are You Suffering From Career Grief?

Are You Suffering From Career Grief?

How to cope if you have to change your career plans
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Approaching The Job Market

Approaching The Job Market

So, you have done all of your research and know the job you want to do and the industry it's in. You have started training courses and you have a CV ready. What’s next? Here are a few things you might like to know…
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Resettlement is close to our heart at The Forces Pension Society

Resettlement is close to our heart at The Forces Pension Society

A personal message from Neil Marshall OBE, CEO Forces Pension Society
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Overcoming Barriers To Learning

Overcoming Barriers To Learning

Attending vocational training can be really exciting, particularly if you are learning new skills in a field that interests you. It can give you a new perspective as well as helping you to work towards your goals. However, for some people making the decision to attend courses can feel a little daunting
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The Value of Mentoring

The Value of Mentoring

In this article we aim to break down why mentoring is such a valuable tool.
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Robin Gustar's Amazon experience

Robin Gustar's Amazon experience

Robin Gustar joined Amazon in November 2019. Find out more about what he did in the Military, why he left, the reasons he joined Amazonhow his onboarding process went, and how he's getting on now.
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LinkedIn and how to make the most out of it

LinkedIn and how to make the most out of it

You’ve probably heard people recommending you get on LinkedIn, but don’t know where to begin or how to get the most out of it. This guide has been designed to get your started building your profile and networking.
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Job Search Tips During A Crisis

Job Search Tips During A Crisis

Things you need to know that will help your job search continue to evolve during these difficult times. You may be wondering whether to pause your job search campaign or see it as a real opportunity to make your presence known now.
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How To Talk About Salary - Without It Being Awkward

How To Talk About Salary - Without It Being Awkward

We’ve been indoctrinated to believe that talking about money, and especially salary is something to avoid because it can make people feel uncomfortable. The key to avoiding awkwardness is to be prepared. If you’re not prepared, that’s when you run into awkward situations.
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Choosing training to suit your career

Choosing training to suit your career

Focus on how to identify what training to do to enhance your employability in your chosen field.
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