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How to Use AI to Prepare for an Interview?
Introduction Interviews are a crucial step in the job application process, often determining whether a candidate is the right fit for a role. Preparing effectively for an interview can make the difference between landing your dream job and missing out on a great opportunity. With advancements in technology, AI interviewer tools have emerged as a […]
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- 1/15/2025
How To Create The Perfect Home Office
Setting up a home office can feel like a big project, but the payoff is worth it. Whether you’re working remotely full-time or just need a dedicated space for occasional tasks, creating a functional, comfortable home office can make a huge difference in your productivity and focus. Start With a Clean Slate Before you do […]
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- 1/2/2025
Attracting Top Talent: The Role of Workplace Discounts in Modern Recruitment
In the race to attract and retain top talent, offering competitive salaries is no longer enough. Modern employees seek comprehensive benefits packages that cater to their financial, personal, and professional needs. Among these, workplace discounts have emerged as a powerful tool to enhance employee satisfaction and make companies stand out in a crowded job market. […]
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- 12/13/2024
Stop Wasting Hours on Your Resume: 3 Tweaks to Stand Out Quickly
Your resume is your first impression—and in today’s fast-paced hiring world, you don’t have much time to make it count. The good news? You don’t need to spend hours reworking it. By focusing on a few high-impact areas, you can create a resume that grabs attention and gets results. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making […]
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- 12/11/2024
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
Warwick University Careers Blog
BP to cut 4,700 jobs to reduce costs
The job losses at the oil giant will affect more than 5% of its global workforce.
- 1/16/2025
Worst global growth for 6 years forecast due to Trump tariffs
The World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve.
- 1/16/2025
Avanti cancels January train strikes to allow talks
The strike dates suspended are Sunday 19 January and Sunday 26th January.
- 1/16/2025
Train firms urged to give 'yellow cards' instead of fines
A rail watchdog wants passengers who make genuine mistakes to be treated more fairly.
- 1/16/2025
UK economy disappoints despite return to growth
Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.
- 1/16/2025
What's the secret to Denmark's happy work-life balance?
The Nordic nation doesn't require staff to work long hours and has a generous welfare system.
- 1/16/2025
BT scraps EV charging point scheme having only installed one
It hoped to turn 60,000 roadside green cabinets into chargers - but now says it will focus on wifi instead.
- 1/16/2025
Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise
Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England.
- 1/16/2025
Town counts cost as ferries resume after storm
A full daily service to and from Dublin has reopened but one of the two ferry berths remain closed.
- 1/16/2025
Why a small drop in inflation matters to you
The marginal dip in UK inflation is unusually important and offers some respite to the chancellor.
- 1/15/2025
Surprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopes
Inflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.
- 1/15/2025
Egg prices surge as US inflation picks up
Overall prices in the US rose 2.9% compared with a year earlier, official figures show.
- 1/15/2025
US firm that accused Adani Group of fraud shuts down
Nate Anderson, the founder of Hindenburg Research, has announced his decision to disband the company.
- 1/16/2025
US bans red dye 3 from some frosting, sweets and medicine
The FDA says food manufacturers have until January 2027 to remove the cherry-red dye from their products.
- 1/16/2025
'Bereavement leave should apply to miscarriages'
Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says.
- 1/15/2025
High Court approves Carlsberg's J20 maker takeover
Carlsberg's £3.3bn deal to buy Britvic has been approved by a High Court judge.
- 1/15/2025
Meta cuts 5% of jobs to lose 'lowest performers'
The company will shed roughly 3,600 roles but plans to backfill the roles later in the year.
- 1/14/2025
US markets watchdog sues Musk over Twitter stake disclosure
The complaint filed to a US federal court alleges Musk saved $150m at the expense of Twitter shareholders.
- 1/15/2025
Tulip Siddiq resigns as Treasury minister
It comes after growing pressure over anti-corruption investigations in Bangladesh.
- 1/15/2025
Reeves vows action on growth amid rising debt costs
The chancellor says she is "under no illusion" about the challenge facing UK public finances.
- 1/14/2025
Boeing output hit by strikes and safety problems
The troubled manufacturer says deliveries fell by a third last year.
- 1/14/2025
Buy something or leave, Starbucks says
The policy being rolled out in the firm's North American cafes comes as it tries to boost flagging sales.
- 1/14/2025
Google faces UK investigation over search dominance
The tech giant accounts for 90% of web searches in the UK - the regulator will probe whether that harms consumers and rivals.
- 1/14/2025
TikTok says report of possible sale to Elon Musk 'pure fiction'
The firm has repeatedly said it will not sell its US operation as it face a 19 January deadline.
- 1/14/2025
UK bans cattle, pigs and sheep imports from Germany after foot-and-mouth case
The disease is contagious in livestock like cattle, but poses no risk to humans or food safety.
- 1/14/2025
Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents
The measure is meant to help tackle the country's housing crisis, the prime minister said.
- 1/14/2025
Over 2,000 new Post Office scandal compensation claims - minister
Former sub-postmasters still waiting for payments have told the government to "get it done".
- 1/13/2025
GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload
Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?
- 1/14/2025
How AI uncovers new ways to tackle difficult diseases
Pharmaceutical firms are turning to AI to find new molecules that might be able to tackle disease.
- 1/10/2025
'Trump 2.0' looms large over the global economy
Donald Trump's planned tariffs are expected to greatly impact international trade in 2025.
- 1/9/2025
Cryptocurrencies and personal AI: Tech to watch out for in 2025
Will 2025 be a hinge year for cryptocurrency and will personalised AI appear on your phone?
- 1/7/2025
Why self-confessed 'superfans' were engrossed by Post Office inquiry
People with no connection to the Post Office avidly followed the inquiry, both online and in person.
- 12/20/2024
AI is trained to spot warning signs in blood tests
AI can spot patterns in the data from blood tests that can give an early warning of disease.
- 12/20/2024
Getting the most from your careers team as an international student
If you are an international student looking for employment in the UK, find out more about the new Student Circus platform - as well as the other services and resources available to you Continue reading
- 1/15/2025
What makes a successful interview in 2025?
Start the new year career planning with this guide to succeeding in graduate interviews Continue reading
- 1/8/2025
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