by Anne Wilson | Jul 17, 2026 | Career Change
This post is specifically to support staff in Higher Education who are at risk of redundancy/ have been made redundant, looking to change careers, or at a career crossroads. Whether you’re in academia or professional services, times are tough right now. I hope...
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 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 | 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...
by Anne Wilson | Mar 16, 2026 | Career Development
As a former leader and manager, I often reflect on the teams I’ve led and the people I’ve worked with. I asked myself what made certain individuals stand out. Is there a magic formula for a model employee? What behaviours help create a positive working environment?...
