The catwalk to success

From clothes designer to visual merchandiser, could you handle the competitive cut-throat world of fashion?   “I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful, but also to reassure them, give them confidence” – French fashion designer, Yves Saint Laurent, once famously said. While it pays to look good when Continue reading..

5 top tips for working in retail

Part-time work in retail gives you valuable, transferable skills you can big up on your CV. So, embrace that shop work while you’re studying or in between jobs: it’s a great stepping stone Customer service This is vital for business as it creates customer loyalty, which is why all companies prefer you to have strong Continue reading..

A work revolution

We’ve all heard about the advantages of flexible working for employees and more recently there have been a number of companies emphasising the business benefits. But a recent report has highlighted the wider social advantages of new ways of working – from local economic regeneration to greater democracy and environmental benefits. The report entitled It’s Continue reading..

Moving on after a career in the Military by Simon Heywood

Having spent 17 years in the Army, the decision to leave a career that I relished was one I did not take lightly in 2007.  I was confident that my skills and experience would transfer to a civilian role but, unlike the Armed Forces where to a greater extent your career path is mapped out Continue reading..