by Anne Wilson | Nov 20, 2024 | Career Toolkit
How is it that some people seem to breeze through job interviews and are routinely successful, while others, who are just as capable- sometimes more so-can struggle to do themselves justice? What lessons can be learnt from those who are more successful in job...
by Anne Wilson | Oct 28, 2024 | Career Toolkit, Women & Work
Application forms can be both frustrating and time-consuming to complete. In fact some universities are now starting to request a CV and cover letter without the requirement to spend hours on an often badly designed online form, which is good news. For those still...
by Anne Wilson | Oct 21, 2024 | Career Toolkit
Your CV matters. Some universities are starting to drop the requirement for an application form, so your CV (with supporting information or a personal statement) will become even more important than previously. I’ve shortlisted from hundreds of CVs and applications....
by Anne Wilson | Oct 7, 2024 | Career Change, Career Toolkit
In two earlier posts, I explored the challenges of wanting to work into and beyond retirement; Too old to work, too young to retire – and the benefits of hiring older workers. This post will focus on some of the resources and support available to you if...
by Anne Wilson | Aug 12, 2024 | Career Toolkit
With the new academic year just a few weeks away, what steps can you take to ensure you look after your wellbeing at work, ahead of the autumn term? Here I focus on your home working environment and share 5 tips to create a nurturing and productive workspace. 1. Tidy...
by Anne Wilson | Jul 22, 2024 | Career Toolkit
I read a great post on WONKHE recently, by Helen Rimmer, kindness and wellbeing coach, trainer, and consultant at The Kind Brave Leader. Helen’s post explores the concept of “carewashing.” This is where challenges to funding lead universities to cut...
