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- 5/12/2025
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Simple Application Errors That Can Cost You the Interview
Sending an application that reflects your qualifications and professionalism shouldn’t be complicated. Yet many applicants miss out on opportunities because of basic, preventable mistakes. These errors can suggest a lack of care, even when your experience and skills are solid. Most of the time, they happen when you’re in a rush or using an old […]
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- 5/21/2025
Elevate Your Party Game: Why Buying a Bouncy Castle and Using DJ Drops Will Transform Your Events
Throwing an unforgettable party is all about creating energy, excitement, and a sense of fun that keeps everyone talking long after the last guest leaves. Whether you’re planning a kid’s birthday, a family gathering, or even a community festival, two entertainment essentials stand out for instantly boosting the atmosphere: bouncy castles and DJ drops. Individually, […]
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- 5/17/2025
What to Expect During a Franchise Interview (and How to Actually Shine Without Breaking a Sweat)
There comes a moment in every future franchisee’s life when someone says the words: “We’d love to schedule an interview.” Cue the inner monologue: Wait, what kind of interview? Am I supposed to wear a tie? Are there trick questions? Should I bring biscuits? First things first … breathe. This isn’t Dragon’s Den. There won’t […]
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- 5/15/2025
3 great UK cities to work in 2025
As you look ahead to launching or advancing your career this year, one of the most important factors to think about is where you’ll be working. The right location can greatly impact your professional growth, so it’s important to choose carefully. Fortunately, the UK has many great options. Let’s take a closer look at some […]
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- 5/9/2025
Securing Your Career in Personal Training: Interview Tips & Advice
You’ve completed your qualifications, you’re passionate about fitness, and you’re ready to launch your career as a personal trainer. But now comes the crucial next step—landing your first job. Whether you’re applying at a commercial gym, boutique fitness studio, or health club, the interview is your opportunity to stand out. Here’s your complete guide to […]
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- 5/9/2025
21 Common SEO Interview Questions and How to Answer Them Confidently
Tips to ace an SEO-related interview There are constant changes being made to the digital marketing landscape, especially with the rise of AI and automation. However, the importance of SEO-related roles remains the same. It is integral to the domain authority and ranking of the website on Search Engine Results Pages (SERPs) This relevance today […]
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- 5/6/2025
A Fresh Start: How Decluttering Your Space and Mind Can Improve Your Job Search
Cleaning up your space and clearing your mind can make a big difference when you are looking for a job. First of all, a neat and fresh home environment helps you focus better, feel less stressed, and boosts your confidence. These are all important when you are trying to find a new job. In the […]
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- 4/28/2025
From Exams to Employment: How A-Level Maths Skills Shape Career Success
A-Level Maths is not just about passing exams – it is about building skills that shape future career success. From engineering to finance, technology to science, strong mathematical ability is highly valued across many industries. Mastering A-Level Maths demands strategy, insight, and smart use of resources – and that’s where A-Level Maths mark schemes come […]
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- 4/27/2025
The key to attracting and retaining top talent in 2025
You might have noticed a shift in the way we talk about work. It’s not just about the salary any more; conversations turn to flexibility, security and a sense of purpose. You hear stories of people leaving stable jobs to pursue something that aligns with their values and employers find themselves struggling to fill vacancies […]
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- 4/24/2025
Reasons to Work with a Recruitment Agency When Searching for Your Next Position
Navigating the job market, whether you are currently employed or returning to work, can often feel like a full-time job in itself. Crafting the perfect CV, scouring job boards, tailoring applications, and preparing for interviews demand significant time and effort. While managing this process independently is certainly possible, partnering with a specialist recruitment agency can […]
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- 4/24/2025
Warwick University Careers Blog
Starmer announces U-turn on winter fuel payment cuts
The move follows political pressure in recent weeks after Labour losses at England's local elections.
- 5/21/2025
M&S website completely down, leaving users unable to browse
The site reads: "Sorry you can't browse the site currently. We're making some updates and will be back soon."
- 5/22/2025
Nike to hike prices as it faces tariffs uncertainty
The sportswear giant said the adjustments are part of "seasonal planning" and did not mention Trump's tariffs.
- 5/22/2025
Inflation surprise suggests the outlook could be gloomier than we thought
Bills, food prices, and service costs are all rising - but there is some good news
- 5/21/2025
No money left at the end of the month and smaller food shops: How inflation rise affects you
Inflation has risen by more than expected on higher water, energy and food bills grew - how are ordinary people making their income stretch?
- 5/21/2025
How a joke about rice cost a Japan cabinet minister his job
Soaring rice prices are a powerful trigger in Japan, where shortages have caused political upsets before.
- 5/21/2025
Famous Apple designer Sir Jony Ive joins OpenAI
OpenAI is moving into hardware, in a threat to giants such as Sir Jony's former firm.
- 5/21/2025
Target sales hit as Trump tariffs take effect
The US chain reports a sharp fall in sales which it blames on a "highly challenging environment".
- 5/21/2025
Bills push inflation to highest in more than a year
Prices have risen faster than expected - raising questions about how many interest rate cuts there will be this year
- 5/21/2025
Nvidia boss calls US chip policy a 'failure'
His comments come as the White House says it will overhaul rules restricting sales of advanced chips.
- 5/21/2025
UK inflation rate: How quickly are prices rising?
UK Inflation has fallen but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
- 5/21/2025
Retail hackers believed to be young and from US and UK, detectives say
The National Crime Agency tells the BBC how it is trying to find the culprits of the M&S and Co-op hacks.
- 5/21/2025
When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?
Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.
- 5/21/2025
National parking platform seeks to end 'hassle' of multiple parking apps
The frustration of having to download multiple apps to pay for parking may go if a new platform is widely adopted.
- 5/21/2025
Thames Water halts bosses' bonus scheme
The company pauses its "retention scheme", which pays out cash to top executives linked to its rescue loan.
- 5/21/2025
Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer
It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.
- 5/20/2025
AI chatbot to be embedded in Google search
The new option in its marquee search engine comes as the firm is facing competition from AI firms.
- 5/20/2025
EU plans €2 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein and Temu
The tax will affect billions of packages sent to people's homes which mainly come from China at the moment.
- 5/20/2025
Millions of consumers could get £70 after Mastercard ruling
It is not necessary to have held a Mastercard to make a claim following a tribunal ruling.
- 5/20/2025
Liberty Steel plants in Rotherham and Sheffield under threat
A court will decide whether the firm should be wound up on Wednesday
- 5/20/2025
Elon Musk plans to cut back political spending
Asked if he had any regrets about his political activities, Musk said: "I did what needed to be done."
- 5/20/2025
Ryanair tells flight attendants to repay salary rises
The Irish airline is pursuing members of a Spanish union to hand back up to €3,000 following a ruling.
- 5/20/2025
Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts
Options under discussion include changing eligibility, or restoring the payments to all pensioners.
- 5/20/2025
Gulf pact next after EU trade deal, says Reeves
New trade agreements will boost economic growth, says chancellor, as she sets sights on Middle East.
- 5/20/2025
Supplier to major supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Logistics firm Peter Green Chilled supplies major supermarkets, but it is relatively small compared to its rivals.
- 5/20/2025
Fortnite faces complaint from actors' union over AI Darth Vader
Sag-Aftra says the hit video game has used tech to replace human performers.
- 5/20/2025
Post Office data breach victims to get compensation
Hundreds of sub-postmasters had their names and addresses accidentally published online last year.
- 5/19/2025
Did Trump really strike Gulf deals worth $2tn?
Some analysts question whether the amount of investment will ultimately be that high.
- 5/20/2025
How much is the winter fuel payment and who can still get it?
A government decision to limit the payment have been criticised by some MPs, unions and charities.
- 5/21/2025
Why we need 'revolutionary' cooling tech
Cooling systems that avoid the use of polluting refrigerants are being launched.
- 5/19/2025
The world's most dangerous country for trade unionists
More trade union members are murdered in the South American nation than anywhere else.
- 5/18/2025
The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
Whole TV shows shot in one long take are made possible by new lightweight cameras.
- 5/15/2025
Letting off steam: How Dominica's volcanoes will boost its green energy
The Caribbean island is building a power station that will use steam naturally heated by volcanic rock.
- 5/14/2025
What has happened to the closed Debenhams stores?
From bowling alleys and lab spaces, to town centre eyesores - what remains of Debenhams' old shops?
- 5/15/2025
When will I be able to shop online at M&S again?
Online orders paused, some customer data stolen - here's what we know about the chaos at M&S.
- 5/21/2025
Tips from first-time buyers: 'We bought a £320,000 home aged 25'
Young buyers are saving hard, moving cities, and using government schemes to get on the housing ladder.
- 5/10/2025
'I freaked out and spent $400 online': US consumers on cheap shipping changes
How consumers are reacting to shipping changes that mean low-value packages entering the US no longer avoid tariffs.
- 5/10/2025
Is the US finally on track to build a high-speed rail network?
The US currently has no high-speed rail services, but two are under construction, and more planned.
- 5/13/2025
How to avoid a puncture on the Moon
Giant tyre firms are testing tyres that can survive conditions on the Moon and Mars.
- 5/12/2025
Gordon Lyons calls for return of universal winter fuel payment
Lyons welcomed the government's realisation that an "error" was made.
- 5/21/2025
No money left at the end of the month and smaller food shops: How inflation rise affects you
Inflation has risen by more than expected on higher water, energy and food bills grew - how are ordinary people making their income stretch?
- 5/21/2025
Inflation surprise suggests the outlook could be gloomier than we thought
Bills, food prices, and service costs are all rising - but there is some good news
- 5/21/2025
How much is the winter fuel payment and who can still get it?
A government decision to limit the payment have been criticised by some MPs, unions and charities.
- 5/21/2025
UK inflation rate: How quickly are prices rising?
UK Inflation has fallen but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.
- 5/21/2025
The secretive US factory that lays bare the contradiction in Trump's America First plan
An exclusive look inside the closely guarded factory the president wants to become a foundation stone for a US golden age.
- 5/18/2025
Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war
The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy
- 4/30/2025
The curious case of why a billionaire wants to buy Royal Mail
From the end of April, the 500-year-old Royal Mail will be controlled by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky who co-owns a football club - but why does he want it?
- 4/13/2025
Trump has turned his back on the foundation of US economic might - the fallout will be messy
What made the US step back from the system that it profited handsomely from for decades?
- 4/5/2025
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?
- 4/5/2025
Inside the Chinese sofa factory left deserted by Trump tariffs
The BBC's Laura Bicker takes us inside a Chinese sofa factory that almost ground to a halt after Trump's tariffs.
- 5/14/2025
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The Careers Blog has moved and has a fresh look! It still exists to provide you with guidance and information on all things careers, with useful articles covering the whole job application journey, from CV writing to succeeding in interviews and accepting an offer, as well as current job market information, work experience intel, information … Continue reading
- 4/16/2025
What can you do if you change your mind about accepting a job offer?
Getting multiple job offers is a common student experience. What can you do if you start to feel you've accepted the wrong one? Continue reading
- 2/19/2025
What you can do if your job applications are being rejected
It's very easy to become demotivated and stop applying, but what can you do if your applications keep being rejected? Continue reading
- 2/12/2025
Why a positive attitude is so important in the workplace
Why is attitude so important for employers? And how can it help you to develop a professional reputation at work? Continue reading
- 2/5/2025
How to succeed in psychometric tests
How to succeed in one of the initial stages of the graduate recruitment process Continue reading
- 1/29/2025
How to prepare for a non-academic career
A PhD is highly valued by non-academic employers. But how do you make transition to industry after your research? Continue reading
- 1/22/2025
Getting the most from your careers team as an international student
If you are an international student looking for employment in the UK, find out more about the new Student Circus platform - as well as the other services and resources available to you Continue reading
- 1/15/2025
What makes a successful interview in 2025?
Start the new year career planning with this guide to succeeding in graduate interviews Continue reading
- 1/8/2025
How to take care of your mental health at university
University can be a life changing but challenging experience. How can you maintain good mental health during your studies?. Continue reading
- 12/4/2024
How to make career decisions, tips for first years
A degree will create so many career options, how do you make a decision? Continue reading
- 11/27/2024