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Why You Should Choose Employees Who Work with DeWalt Tools
When it comes to hiring skilled professionals for construction, renovation, or any DIY projects, the tools they use play a significant role in their performance and the quality of work delivered. DeWalt UK, a well-respected brand in the power tools industry, is synonymous with reliability, durability, and innovation. Here are several reasons why you should […]
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- 10/22/2024
Outsourcing or Outstaffing? Key Differences Explained
New software projects often force businesses to make challenging decisions beyond their expertise. While some companies have dedicated IT teams that manage their software needs, maintaining such departments is a costly undertaking many simply cannot afford. Consequently, most businesses turn to one of two chief routes: Outsourcing: contracting an external team to handle the project […]
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- 10/15/2024
How to Handle Wrongful Termination: Legal Steps Employees Can Take
Experiencing wrongful termination can indeed prove to be a harrowing ordeal, although taking time to comprehend the rights you have and the actions that are legal in such situations can be helpful. Wrongful termination in the UK is where an employer disregards the specified terms of termination from employment as enlisted in the employee’s contract. […]
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- 10/11/2024
How to Launch a Successful Career in Digital Marketing: Tips for Job Seekers
In this modern day and age, one of the major strategies that businesses use when looking to advertise their products is digital marketing, especially through SEO and social media. The industry is projected to grow by a compound rate of 9% between 2020 and 2026 so there is a serious need for qualified personnel to […]
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- 10/11/2024
From Perks to Purpose: The Evolving Landscape of Employee Incentives
In recent years, the concept of employee incentives has undergone a significant transformation. Historically, companies have relied on traditional perks such as bonuses, healthcare benefits, and occasional office parties to motivate their employees. While these perks are still appreciated, the modern workforce is looking for something more meaningful. Employees today seek purpose and connection in […]
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- 10/9/2024
What’s New in Office Cleaning Technology [2024]
Office cleaning technology is advancing, and 2024 brings new solutions that make cleaning more efficient, eco-friendly, and effective. Innovations like smart cleaning systems, AI-driven tools, and sustainable practices are changing how offices are maintained. Automated devices, data-driven schedules, and green cleaning products are helping create healthier and more productive workplaces. Staying updated with these technologies […]
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- 10/8/2024
A Guide to Workplace Safety: Key Steps to Protecting Your Employees
Ensuring workplace safety is a top priority for any organisation, as it directly impacts employee wellbeing, productivity, and overall business success. By implementing comprehensive safety measures and creating a culture of safety awareness, employers can prevent accidents, reduce risks, and maintain a compliant work environment. One of the most essential tools in this process is […]
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- 10/2/2024
Reasons You Might Consider Moving For A Job
Moving for a job can be a daunting decision, especially when the thought of relocating brings uncertainties about new surroundings, leaving behind familiar people, and adjusting to a different routine. However, job relocation is often a valuable opportunity that can lead to significant career and personal growth. Embracing the possibility of moving for work can […]
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- 9/25/2024
Fresh Start, Strong Impression: CVs for Inexperienced Job Seekers
Creating a CV can seem daunting, particularly for those with limited work experience. This inexperience may lead to uncertainty about what to include and how to convey skills effectively. However, it is crucial to recognise that first impressions hold significant weight in the job application process. A well-crafted CV not only highlights your potential but […]
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- 9/24/2024
How to Write a Resume That Stands Out
The job market is highly competitive right now, so having a good resume that stands out is a must. With so many people competing for the same jobs, it’s normal to wonder how others get noticed. Maybe you’ve even heard stories of friends landing great jobs because their resumes caught someone’s eye. The truth? It’s […]
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- 9/24/2024
Warwick University Careers Blog
Rail fares to rise despite renationalisation plans
Three rail operators will be renationalised next year but fares are due to go up as outlined in the Budget.
- 12/4/2024
Interest rates forecast to be higher for longer due to Budget
Measures in the Budget will boost growth in the short-term, but interest rates will fall more slowly, it says.
- 12/4/2024
UnitedHealthcare CEO fatally shot outside Manhattan hotel
Brian Thompson was "targeted" by a masked suspect who shot him in the back ahead of an investor meeting.
- 12/4/2024
Lifespan of four nuclear power stations extended
EDF Energy says Torness, in East Lothian, and its sister site Heysham 2, in Lancashire, will continue generating for an extra two years.
- 12/4/2024
Why is vintage audio equipment booming?
Music lovers are buying up old cassette, CD and record players and getting them fixed.
- 12/3/2024
Stunning or rubbish? Jaguar's new concept car divides opinion
The carmaker's new look is praised as "exciting" but others say it should "go back to the drawing board".
- 12/3/2024
Bank boss takes pay cut after employee 'tried to kill clients'
The bank apologised after the former worker was charged with robbery of clients, attempted murder and arson.
- 12/3/2024
Musk's record $56bn pay deal rejected for second time
The judge upheld her previous decision, saying board members who set the pay were too heavily influenced by Mr Musk.
- 12/3/2024
House prices surprise with fastest rise for two years
The price of a typical UK home rose by 3.7%, says Nationwide, despite "stretched" affordability.
- 12/2/2024
Reactor installed at UK's newest nuclear power station
The nuclear power plant is the first to be built in the UK for 30 years.
- 12/4/2024
Typhoo Tea to be rescued by vape maker for £10m
The firm behind e-cigarette brand 88Vape will buy the tea business after it fell into administration.
- 12/2/2024
Stellantis boss abruptly quits in boardroom clash
Carlos Tavares will leave immediately, days after announcing plans to close a Vauxhall plant in Luton
- 12/2/2024
Oldest Post Office victim offered a third of payout
91-year-old Betty Brown says she's been offered less than a third of what she had claimed in compensation.
- 12/2/2024
Should you pay more for parking if you have a big car?
Some councils are considering charging owners of larger vehicles more for parking permits.
- 12/2/2024
Shared parental leave skewed against lower earning families, analysis shows
The government is reviewing the policy but campaigners say the current system is "broken".
- 12/2/2024
Ultra-long mortgages push buyers past retirement
Two in five new mortgages have terms that will see homeowners still making payments in retirement.
- 12/1/2024
Five ways to persuade more people to buy electric cars
Demand for electric cars is lower than expected, the industry says. What might help to boost sales?
- 12/1/2024
Belgium's sex workers get maternity leave and pensions under world-first law
They will be entitled to official employment contracts, health insurance and sick days.
- 12/1/2024
The specialty coffee wave sweeping small-town India
Once restricted to only big cities, high-end specialty coffee chains are finding new customers across India.
- 11/30/2024
Al Fayed tried to control me with envelopes of cash says ex-Harrods director
Harrods boss manipulated and controlled managers to conceal his crimes, ex-director tells the BBC.
- 11/30/2024
Financial watchdog defends progress after MPs' criticism
Nikhil Rathi says the organisation has improved, but a report says its culture has "got worse".
- 11/30/2024
Why are doctors wary of wearables?
Wearable tech claims to help monitor our health, but many doctors remain sceptical.
- 12/2/2024
How vital is a company's CEO?
Boeing, Nike and Starbucks have changed their bosses, but how much difference can one person make?
- 11/28/2024
AI spurs 'revolution' for some visually impaired people
AI services that can describe pictures and scenes are helping the visually impaired.
- 11/26/2024
From eyesore to asset: How a smelly seaweed could fuel cars
Scientists in the Caribbean are turning algae that have been choking beaches into biofuel.
- 11/25/2024
'Trust and reserve judgement' on rebrand, says Jaguar
The iconic carmaker's rebrand has certainly caught people's attention, but will it pay off?
- 11/23/2024
The superpowers of coatings make possible the impossible
Hi-tech coatings make all sorts of high performance engineering, like jet engines, possible.
- 11/22/2024
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.
- 11/21/2024
Chocolate makers stoke boom for Indian cocoa beans
India produces only a tiny fraction of the world's cocoa beans, but that could be changing.
- 11/19/2024
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
Starting a career in digital content writing – what are your options?
If you’re a keen writer looking for how you can integrate your skills and passion into your job, this guide to starting a career in digital content writing is the perfect place to start. Continue reading
- 11/25/2024
How to align yourself to an employer in applications and interviews
How do you show a graduate employer that you meet their requirements? Continue reading
- 11/20/2024
No internship…what difference does it make?
Students often feel under pressure to secure an internship, but does it really matter if you haven't done one? Continue reading
- 11/13/2024
How to make yourself employable if you are an international student
Find out what you can do to increase your employability if you are an international student at Warwick Continue reading
- 11/6/2024
Should I do a PhD?
A PhD is an exciting option to research a topic you are passionate about. Is it the right option for you? Continue reading
- 10/30/2024
The TeamWork programme – helping you improve your professional experience
In an increasingly interconnected world, the ability to work across cultures and disciplines is more valuable than ever. Students who have completed Warwick’s TeamWork International Experience Programme share their reflections about how this has provided a unique opportunity to develop their transferable and soft skills whilst also boosting their professional experience. Continue reading
- 10/29/2024
Starting a career in digital marketing – what are your options?
The digital marketing industry uses the internet to promote their client's products and services. In this blog, digital marketer Phil McQuillan describes a variety of roles you could consider within this industry. Continue reading
- 10/23/2024
Master the STAR method: stand out in your job applications
How to use the STAR method to create effective job applications and ace your interviews. Continue reading
- 10/16/2024