How to get your CV noticed: Our top 5 ‘secrets’
Posted in: CV, Jobseeker Advice
As busy recruiters, there are certain things that we look out for in CV's we receive - here we share our top 5 CV secrets that can help yours stand out from the crowd.
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Our 5 secrets to securing a second interview – every time
Posted in: Interviews, PR and Communications
Are you falling at first stage interview and don’t seem to be getting it quite right when it comes to telling your story? As search specialists in the PR and communications sector, we know a thing or two about the art of interviewing which can help you secure the PR and communications role of your dreams. Read on to find out our secret sauce for interview success!
What I learned from 3 days with the Army Training Regiment
Posted in: PR and Communications, The Working World, Work Advice, Work-Life Balance
I have been part of a mastermind and training group for years. We meet up twice a year for a three-day ‘retreat’. In the past, we have basked in the Tenerife sun, walked across hot coals in leafy Kent, sung karaoke and hired out a casino for the night in the beautiful Scottish countryside. It’s always incredibly energising and we come away with fresh ideas and knowledge, ready to take on the world again!
Sarah Leembruggen shares her toughest lesson yet and New Year’s Resolution
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The end of a year is a great time to reflect and analyse what has gone well and of course what has not gone according to plan. In my 13 years of running The Works Search, I think this year has been my toughest year – and I have also learnt some valuable lessons along the way.
PR Account Directors – Is it a mistake to move in-house now?
Posted in: Career Advice, Jobseeker Advice, Market Views, PR and Communications
Are you a PR Account Director thinking about an in-house move? Before you take the plunge – here’s a few things to take into consideration.
An interview with PR, Marketing Communications and Leadership Strategist Anita Hamilton
Posted in: Corporate Communications, Guest Interviews, Inspiration, PR and Communications
With over 25 years of consumer, corporate and internal communications experience, brand building and leadership expertise, Anita Hamilton takes part in our guest interview this week. Here she shares her insights into her career experiences, her involvement with leadership communications programmes to support women’s advancement in the workplace – and her definition of great PR.
Why move jobs now?
Posted in: Corporate Communications, Job offers, Jobseeker Advice, PR and Communications, Salaries and Trends
Are you still distracted about the thought of getting a new role before the Christmas holidays, but finding time is running away with you? The lead up to December can be hectic for PR and corporate communications professionals with tying up projects and meeting deadlines which can push your job search onto the sidelines. This week we share three reasons why it’s important to keep pushing to get your perfect job in place in time for the New Year.
Be ready for the unexpected at interview
Posted in: Corporate Communications, Interviews, Jobseeker Advice, PR and Communications
In the fast-paced and competitive world of PR and corporate communications, particularly in London, taking part in a successful job search can be a real challenge, and getting to interview stage is quite often a small victory. Of course if you have got your preparation down to a fine art, the last thing you want is something unexpected cropping up at interview to throw you off your game. So are you ready for the unexpected? Here’s a few things to watch out for.
An interview with Tricia Stewart, Executive Coach and Director of Peridot International
Posted in: Corporate Communications, Guest Interviews, PR and Communications
Director of Peridot International Tricia Stewart takes part in our guest interview this week. Tricia has considerable leadership experience covering the public, commercial and charitable sectors and is now a specialist executive coach at Peridot International. Here she shares her views on what challenges organisations and senior professionals face in achieving their performance goals - read on for some expert tips.
Top PR and communications jobs of the week
Posted in: Corporate Communications, Jobseeker Advice, PR and Communications
The Works Search team share their roundup of the very best in-house and agency PR and communications jobs this week - apply now or call the team on 0207 559 6690 to find out more.
