by Anne Wilson | May 10, 2026 | Career Change, Careers Resources
There have been many gloomy articles in the Press in recent months about the number of job applications candidates are making, without managing to land an interview. In one article, a graduate had applied for 500 jobs without success. My automatic response was,...
by Anne Wilson | Apr 27, 2026 | Gender Equality
This week, I’m reviewing Gill Whitty‑Collins’ brand‑new ‘The How to Win at Work Book.’ Gill is an acclaimed feminist, keynote speaker, consultant and executive coach. Her first book, Why Men Win at Work, is one I regularly recommend, so I was eager to read...
by Anne Wilson | Apr 20, 2026 | Career Change, Career Development
Often, the skills and experiences you’ve developed in your current role won’t map neatly onto what you need in a new one—especially if you’ve moved not just jobs, but careers. The initial fit can feel uncomfortable as you learn how to operate in a new environment....
by Anne Wilson | Apr 12, 2026 | Careers Resources
During lockdown, I decided to create a weekly blog. This month, I’m celebrating five years of The Career Catalyst. I was inspired to provide a useful resource for people struggling with the many life challenges and curveballs that COVID presented. With 40 years...
by Anne Wilson | Mar 23, 2026 | Career Development
In my previous post, I highlighted the challenges of working with colleagues who lack self-awareness. In this post, I share some useful insights from Dr Tasha Eurich on this subject. If you employ staff who self- sabotage because they lack self-awareness, her...
