Being the new girl kinda sucks. It often means having to learn new ways of working, building solid relationships with your team, familiarising yourself with different processes and adjusting to a whole new culture – all from scratch. It can take several months to fully settle into a new role to the point where you feel both…
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Today marks the start of Single Working Women’s Week 2016. Created by the Single Working Women’s Affiliate Network, this campaign is a salute to the efforts of single ladies in employment everywhere.
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For the past few days I’ve had the pleasure of reading the memoir and business guide from Miko Branch – co-founder of leading curly hair brand Miss Jessie’s. Together with her sister Titi, she built a booming salon business whilst developing a line of hair products that since 2004 have helped revolutionise curly and afro…
Read MoreYouTuber Lilly Singh wants to teach you ‘How to be a Bawse’
Lilly Singh aka IISuperwomanII is amazeballs. Seriously. I watch her daily vlogs (daily) purely for inspiration. They give an up close and personal peak into the popular YouTuber/budding actress’ hectic life. Often sleep deprived and always busy she’s a great example of working hard and reaping the benefits. During a recent TV appearance she announced…
Read MoreNail your job interview with these expert tips
A job interview is the one thing standing between you and the career of your dreams, or at the very least a paid role that allows you to manage your bills and keep a roof over your head. The stakes are often high which means the pressure to succeed can lead to unsettling nerves and…
Read MoreHow to choose a new career path
Choosing a new career path isn’t a decision that should be taken lightly. Considering that most of us spend more time at work in a week than we do with our friends and family – doing something that’s fulfilling and enjoyable is important for peace of mind and overall happiness. And we all want to…
Read MoreSigns it’s time to hire a personal assistant
Let’s get real for a second. You need to know when to surrender to your workload and call someone, anyone, for help. Entrepreneurs and freelancers, I’m talking to you. Yes, you often need to wear many different hats to successfully run your business(es), but it’s important to recognise when the signs are telling you that…
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