by Anne Wilson | May 10, 2026 | Career Change, Career Toolkit
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 | Career Confidence & Visibility, Women & Work
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 12, 2026 | Career Toolkit
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 | Aug 25, 2025 | Career Toolkit
I’m a sucker for books in the ‘Popular Psychology’ sections in bookshops. I also love an eye-catching cover. The fact that ‘The Let Them Theory’ by Mel Robbins is number one in ‘The Times’ non-fiction section meant I capitulated and bought the hard copy rather than...
by Anne Wilson | Jul 14, 2025 | Career Confidence & Visibility, Women & Work
How do you know whether the programmes or workshops your institution runs have an impact? Too many organisations squander resources on training programmes that tick boxes rather than change lives. Many take a ‘spray and pray’ approach, without fully...
