All Careers advice articles – Page 5

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    Writing a skill-based CV

    2015-07-30T00:00:00Z

    Julie Franklin explains how to present yourself when your traditional CV starts to overflow

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    What are you worth?

    2015-07-01T00:00:00Z

    Ask and you may receive. Don’t and you definitely won’t. Robert Bowles discusses how to get an increase in salary

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    New kid on the block

    2015-05-29T00:00:00Z

    The transition to a new organisation can be made smoother by following a few simple guidelines, says Laura Woodward

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    Mind the gap

    2015-05-01T00:00:00Z

    Laura Woodward considers the options for those looking for work after significant time away

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    The right CV for me

    2015-01-22T00:00:00Z

    It may only be read for a few seconds, so your CV needs to make an impact. Charlotte Ashley-Roberts explains how best to show off your skills

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    Planning a 50-year career

    2014-09-30T00:00:00Z

    The retirement age is creeping up, so it’s wise to think about your future today, says Julie Franklin

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    Growing green

    2014-09-03T00:00:00Z

    Charlotte Ashley-Roberts gives some tips on getting into green careers

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    West side stories

    2014-07-28T00:00:00Z

    A stint in a US chemistry lab is a rite of passage for many academics. Sarah Houlton talks to the chemists who went to the labs of opportunity

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    Getting the balance right

    2014-07-02T00:00:00Z

    Julie Franklin explains the advantages of flexible working, and how to make it work for you

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    Science within Reach

    2014-05-07T00:00:00Z

    Charlotte Ashley-Roberts explains what the Reach regulations could mean for you and your role

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    What's in it for SME?

    2014-02-12T00:00:00Z

    Small businesses offer unique opportunities for those who are up to the job, explains Charlotte Ashley Roberts

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    Returning from maternity leave

    2014-01-21T00:00:00Z

    Charlotte Ashley-Roberts shares her thoughts as she prepares to return to the world of work after maternity leave

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    Unwelcome festive offerings

    2013-12-01T00:00:00Z

    It’s not easy to learn you’re going to lose your job, especially at this time of year

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    All the fun of the fair

    2013-11-20T00:00:00Z

    Roll up, roll up! Everyone’s a winner! Julie Franklin explains how to make the most of a trip to the recruitment fair

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    Mind your own business

    2013-10-24T00:00:00Z

    Many dream of being their own boss, but few make the choice, and fewer succeed. Yfke Hager gets some entrepreneurial advice from those who’ve made it

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    The master plan

    2013-10-09T00:00:00Z

    Laura Woodward describes some simple strategies to manage your career and take control of your future

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    High unemployment in Europe drives brain drain

    2013-09-05T00:00:00Z

    Andy Extance finds out how economic woes in southern European countries’ are affecting young chemists

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    Dealing with redundancy

    2013-07-31T00:00:00Z

    Facing unemployment can be frightening, but keep calm and consider your options before you carry on, says Laura Woodward

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    Beginner's guide to book writing

    2013-07-10T00:00:00Z

    Thinking about writing a book? Before taking the plunge, heed the advice of those who’ve done it all before. Hayley Birch talks to the experts

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    Climbing the ladder

    2013-07-03T00:00:00Z

    Simon Perks gets some tips to help early career chemists survive in academia