Careers advice

Career countdown

Job searching involves more than just waiting for your dream post to be advertised, writes Jane Redfern Jones

Don’t leave it to chance

You can take control of planning your own career, says Alison Telfer

Go your own way

There are many misconceptions about career progression but understanding your own motivation is a vital first step, says Steve Keyes

How to stand out

A good CV will make it easier for an employer to pick you out from the crowd, says Carol Banks

Interview tactics

Jobs are scarce, so it is more important than ever to prepare for interviews, writes Sam Windsor

Planning a new direction

You are never too old to retrain for a new career, provided you plan carefully, says Alison Jenkins

Prepare to succeed

A job interview holds nothing to fear if you are willing to invest time and effort beforehand, says Carol Banks

Vital statistics

Your CV is an essential tool in job searching, so sell yourself with confidence, says Jane Redfern Jones

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