http://www.acareerchange.co.ukHow to Make a Career Change or Job Move .en-usWed, 07 Sep 2011 10:47:38 GMT Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:47:38 GMTACareerChange Content Managerjanem@acareerchange.co.ukjanem@acareerchange.co.ukhttp://www.acareerchange.co.uk/understanding-new-online-economy.htmlA look at the three key areas for making money online - blogging, running a website, and joining an online sales community.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/keeping-career-change-plans-private.htmlA guide to some of the reasons why it is important to keep the details of your new career plans private.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/making-right-impression-interview.htmlTake the time to prepare for your interview, and you will leave behind a strong and positive lasting impression.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/keep-top--developments-your-career-field.htmlReading industry news and cultivating contacts will help you keep on top of developments in your career field.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/making-good-first-impression.htmlMaking good first impressions is very important and can be difficult to change. Read our top tips to ensure you get a positive reaction.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/keeping-your-job-recession.htmlHere are four golden rules for hanging on to your job during an economic downturn.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/looking-for-new-job.htmlHow you can improve your chances of finding a new job by doing your research, approaching recruitment agencies or asking a career advisor for guidance.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/motivating-yourself-when-working-from-home.htmlA guide to keeping motivated when working from home, with practical tips for getting your work done and enjoying the benefits.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/managing-finances-when-changing-career.htmlWhen you change career and a get a new job you must manage your finances. Imprest and relocation expenses may help but you still need to consider the implications.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/paying-your-mortgage-when-changing-career.htmlContinuing to pay your mortgage when changing career can be hard. Here is our guide to the various options you can choose to help you.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/making-redundancy.htmlTry and see your redundancy as a new start and take time to decide what you want from life.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/husband-i-bought-franchise.htmlHow one couple bought a franchise instead of starting a new business totally from scratch.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/new-training-schemes-for-changing-career.htmlA guide to finding out where you can apply for training schemes that will help you change career.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/mothers-returning-work.htmlIt is now quite common for mothers to return to work weeks, months or even years after having children. This article looks at the realities of going back to the workplace.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/making-sure-you-dont-undersell-yourself.htmlUnderstanding the importance of knowing your worth when working as a self-employed person.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-becoming-legal-secretary-paralegal.htmlChanging career to work as a paralegal is relatively trouble-free, if you know how. Here are the various employment routes.Mon, 08 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-interior-design.htmlThere is much more to Interior Design than painting and decorating! We investigate the skills you'll need to make the change to a career in interior design.Fri, 05 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-electrical-plumbing-plastering.htmlSkilled tradesmen's jobs are in demand more than ever. Good plumbers, plasterers and electricians are highly valued. So if you've ever thought a career as in one of these trades is for you, then read on!Fri, 05 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/jobs-you-didnt-know-existed.htmlThree jobs you never knew existed - spread betting analyst, model booker and recipe tester - to give you a taste of the diverse career change opportunities that are out there.Fri, 05 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/join-military-before-after-university.htmlA look at the pros and cons of joining the military straight from school and after university.Fri, 05 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/improving-your-employment-chances.htmlThis article reveals what you can do to increase your employment chances when you are out of work.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/job-applications-covering-letters.htmlThe covering letter to your job application is your first opportunity to impress a potential employer. Read our top tips to ensure you get it right.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/there-fast-track-way-into-science-career.htmlHave a degree but not sure which direction to go in now? One reader seeks the advice of our expert on her next step for her career.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-sold-business-retrained.htmlThe story of how one small business owner sold his business and retrained for a different career.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-started-5-9-business-case-study.htmlHow one lady followed her passion for making jams and chutneys without leaving her full-time job.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-turned-dressmaking-passion-into-career-case-study.htmlHow one part-time hotel employee followed her dream to start her own dressmaking business from home.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-retrained-reiki-therapist.htmlAn article from the Career Advisor's Casebook - a woman who had helped build up the family haulage business decides to retrain as a reiki therapist.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-left-teaching-after-twenty-years.htmlAn article from the Career Advisor's Casebook - an experienced geography teacher keen to utilise is experience but regain some sense of community support.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-was-headhunted.htmlHow one trained nurse was able to utilise her training gained over 40 years ago to appeal to a potential new client.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-learnt-appreciate-nursing-skills.htmlAn article from the Career Advisor's Casebook - a consultation with a nurse from an oncology ward who had not had a review for over two years.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-experience-find-new-direction.htmlAn article from the career advisor's casebook, where Ellie found herself a career that made the most of her previous experienceThu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/sold-treasured-possessions-fund-career-change.htmlSelling his beloved motorbike paid for Doug to fund a career change.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-holistics-hair-beauty.htmlIf you consider yourself hard-working and friendly, knowledgeable, good with your hands, and you have some creative flair, a career change to hair and beauty or holistic therapy could be for you.Thu, 04 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/wanted-work-from-home.htmlAn article from the career advisor's casebook, looking at the situation with new mum Judith, who wanted to work from home rather than return to her previous employer at the end of her maternity leave.Wed, 03 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-knew-i-had-change-career-direction.htmlAn article from the Career Advisor's Casebook - a young lady with excellent experience who wants to change career direction without starting from scratchWed, 03 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/hate-job-what-should-i-do.htmlIf you hate your job, it can be very de-motivating and stressful. Do something about it today with our useful tips.Wed, 03 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-resign.htmlWhen you resign you need to remain professional until the end.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/identify-transferable-skills-changing-career.htmlUnderstanding and communicating your skills and strengths can help to increase your chances of implementing a successful career change. This article explains what transferable skills are and how you can identify them.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-found-career-i-was-meant-for.htmlHow one recruitment-business owner found fulfilment in a lower paid but far more rewarding career change.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-changed-career-from-nurse-doula.htmlHow one experienced nurse used the opportunity of redundancy at 56 to follow her dream to retrain as a doula.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/great-idea-for-new-business.htmlAn article from the career advisor's casebook, looking at how new mother Marie had a great idea for a new business.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/i-fulfilled-dream-being-wine-maker.htmlAn article from the Career Advisor's Casebook - following the progression of a young family that chose to sell their home in north London to run their own vineyard in the south of FranceTue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/gave-up-consultancy-run-cycling-holidays.htmlFlying around the world and earning a good wage wasn't enough for this consultant, who went to run cycling and walking holidays in rural France instead.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/handed-notice-before-found-another-job-case-study.htmlHow one headhunted professional decided to make the brave decision to hand in his notice without having a new job to go to.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-make-speculative-application.htmlA four-step plan for making a successful speculative job application.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-recover-from-career-mistake.htmlRecovering from a career mistake can be challenging but doesn't need to ruin your career development.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-network-effectively.htmlNetworking effectively can be a great way to make new contacts and put you on the radar.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-write-good-cv.htmlCV writing is about selling yourself and focusing on your skills. Here are some key points to help you write a good CV.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/understanding-your-corporate-culture.htmlTaking time to understand your organisations culture can be helpful for moving ahead in your career.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-motivate-yourself-work.htmlIt can be difficult to motivate yourself at work. Reward yourself for your achievements and try to focus on your career development to keep you inspired.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-vary-your-cv.htmlA guide to amending your template CV to ensure it's suited to the different types of role you may be applying for.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-how-work-accountancy.htmlChanging career to become an account is a massive undertaking, and is not for the fainthearted. This article looks at the basics of what is involved in training in accountancy.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-work-new-media.htmlWhat working in new media means, understanding the kind of jobs that are available in the industry, and how to find them.Tue, 02 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/utilising-out-hours-opportunities.htmlHow to be friendly, professional and comfortable with out-of-hours business opportunities and meetings.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/understanding-your-corporate-network.htmlUnderstanding your corporate network will open up opportunities as you'll know the right people to contact in various situations.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/using-social-media-find-new-career.htmlUnderstanding how the three most popular social media sites for networking can work for you in your search for a career change.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/what-portfolio-working.htmlUnderstanding the term 'portfolio working' - a work-life balance trend that allows you to be your own boss in a number of different ways.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/learned-about-myself-from-career-change.htmlHow one high-flying television producer changed career without wasting her impressive experience.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/turning-your-hobby-into-career.htmlTurning your hobby into a career can be a great way to find a job you love.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/using-volunteer-work-boost-your-job-skills.htmlVolunteer work can be a great way to boost your job skills and work on your career development. Find out more here.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/using-your-current-job-fund-career-change.htmlSome practical suggestions for making those difficult early days of your career change a little easier on yourself by using your current job effectively.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/questionnaire-what-are-your-transferrable-skills.htmlA few pointers to help you understand how your transferable skills could be used to make a career change.Mon, 01 Aug 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finance-career-change.htmlA change in career may involve a reduction in your financial stability and income. So what financial considerations you should make when thinking of making a move?Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-airhostess.htmlA guide to the conditions, salary expectations, training and career development opportunities for cabin crew.Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-handle-stress-work.htmlManaging stress is an ongoing process but one that can have huge benefits for your life.Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-get-noticed-headhunters.htmlHeadhunters won't contact you out of the blue unless they have heard about you. Here are three great ideas for making sure you get noticed by headhunters.Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-communicate-effectively.htmlEffective communication is the key to teamwork and a successful company.Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-how-become-broker.htmlInsurance is a huge commercial sector, which employs thousands of people every year. There is a plethora of career prospects and development opportunities in insurance broking, so what do you need to make the switch?Fri, 29 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-become-stock-broker.htmlA guide to the various ways to break into the world of stock broking, plus a basic description of the duties and job roles you'll be expected to carry out.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-session-musician.htmlA realistic guide to changing career to be a professional session musician.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/what-self-employed-confidence-boost.htmlTop tips for harnessing the new-found confidence of being self-employed.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/where-get-help-with-funding-career-change.htmlThere's help available for funding your career change. You can apply for a grant or loan from a range of sources, depending on your circumstances - here's a guide to how to do it.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-work-experience-adult.htmlSuggestions to help you gain work experience as an adult to increase your career potential.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/what-too-much-information-workplace.htmlBeing professional in the workplace means that certain medical and personal issues should remain private.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-retail-buyer.htmlInformation about the career path of a retail buyer, including starting as graduate or being headhunted, with details on salary conditions and skills required to succeed.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-wedding-planner.htmlTop tips for making the brave step of changing career to become a wedding planner.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/which-career-direction-right-for-you.htmlA questionnaire to help you understand which direction is best for your potential career change.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/where-find-mentor-for-your-career-change.htmlHaving a mentor can be a real asset to your career change plans. Here's our guide to finding the right mentor for you.Thu, 28 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-construction-engineering.htmlGrowth and redevelopment are two reasons why construction and engineering is still a strong and popular industry. If you've considered a career change to this sector, this should give you an insight into the job opportunities and training requirements.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/working-exhibition-sector.htmlA look into the types of roles available in the exhibition sector, with salary expectations, skills required and potential career progression.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/working-fashion-industry.htmlAn insight into working in the fashion industry, including the types of roles available and what it takes to succeedWed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/working-for-yourself.htmlWorking for yourself isn't for everyone, but for many the insecurity is outweighed by the freedom and flexibility that your own business offers.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-travel.htmlA guide to the many opportunities to work within the travel industry, or to travel as part of your work.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-editing-publishing.htmlInterested in moving into publishing? This guide explains what jobs are available in the publishing and editing world.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-museums-galleries-tourism.htmlA guide to the many opportunities for a career working in art galleries, museums and tourist hotspots.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-it.htmlThe range of jobs available in the IT sector is vast, thanks in part to the nature of IT and the importance it plays in modern business. We take a look at some of the most popular routes to a career in IT.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-public-relations.htmlPublic Relations (PR) gurus are often hailed as the brains behind a corporate or media outlet. If you've considered changing jobs to start a career in public relations, then this guide is for you.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-chemistry-pharmaceuticals.htmlThere are a plethora of job opportunities in the pharmaceutical and chemistry sector. This article looks at the considerations you should make when contemplating a career change into these sectors.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-medicine.htmlWorking in medicine is tough and stressful, but brings with it great reward. If you've thought that the medical profession is a viable career change for you, we explain the fundamentals of working as a nurse or doctor.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/working-medical-rep.htmlA detailed look at the role of a medical rep, including what the job entails and the type of person it suits as a career option.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-banking-services.htmlRetail banking holds some fantastic career prospects for those who are returning to work or fancy a career change. Our guide explains the basic entry requirements and duties involved in working in the banking services.Wed, 27 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-animals.htmlBritain is known as a nation that loves its animals, so it's not surprising that so many people want to change career into this sector. Here's some sound advice on how to get into a career with animals.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-recruitment-consultant.htmlGreat ideas to help you decide if being a recruitment consultant is a potential career change for you.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-life-coach.htmlA guide to becoming a life coach, including a realistic analysis of what the job entails and what skills you need to succeed.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-childcare.htmlWorking with children can be challenging but fun. This article takes a look at how to go about finding training and making a change to a career in childcare.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-health-visitor.htmlInformation on the role of a health visitor, including salary expectations and job description.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-become-personal-assistant.htmlPersonal assistants are portrayed as glamorous, busy and under stress. All of this is true to a certain extent, although perhaps with less of the glamour. Here is some advice on what it actually takes to become a PA.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-hospital-work.htmlThere are ample opportunities to work in non-medical roles in a hospital. Here are some of the diverse job roles and training routes available in hospital work.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/working-with-young-offenders.htmlUnderstanding the roles available in work with young offenders, with details of the skills and required qualifications.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-graphic-designer.htmlAdvice on the types of roles available as a graphic designer, skills required and salary expectations.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/new-government-help-scheme-for-becoming-selfemployed.htmlA guide to the most recent government schemes to help the newly self-employed.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/worksheet-longterm-career-planning.htmlLong term career planning is thinking where you would like to be in 5 or more years time. Combined with short term career planning, this action worksheet can help you achieve your goals.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/worksheet-shortterm-career-planning.htmlShort-term career planning is about having goals that can be achieved in the near future, usually over the next year. These goals help us achieve long-term career objectives.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/going-for-promotion.htmlIf you are going for a promotion you need to outshine your competition. Follow these tips to ensure you stay ahead of your competitors.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-be-your-own-pr.htmlTake control of your career by being your own PR team. This article shows you how.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-do-i-get-electricians-job-tv-films.htmlAdvice for an electrician looking to break into the film and TV industry.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/handling-office-politics.htmlThe best way to deal with office politics is not to get involved - which sometimes can be easier said than done. Staying well out of office politics and gossip will be better for your career development.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-do-i-find-career-working-with-animals.htmlThere are a plethora of opportunities to work with animals - the main challenge is finding the right career route.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-working-tv-film.htmlWorking in film and TV can often be perceived as a glamorous profession. However, the reality is long hours, stress and, if you're new to the profession, a small pay packet. This article takes a look at a few of the employment routes you can take for a career change in film and TV.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-become-hotel-hairdresser.htmlTop advice for becoming a hotel hairdresser - whether you want to be self employed, employed or overseas based.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/made-most-recruitment-agencies-case-study.htmlHow one young graduate utilised the additional help available from a recruitment agency to find herself a new job.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/worksheet-action-stagnating-career.htmlThis worksheet has been designed to help you develop an Action Plan for a stagnating career.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/how-i-learned-love-networking.htmlHow one new business owner built a successful operation by learning how to be good at networking.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/holiday-france-made-change-career.htmlHow a friend's wedding in France gave conference organiser Lorna the career change light-bulb moment she needed.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/know-about-your-new-career.htmlA questionnaire to help you appreciate how much you actually know about your new job and whether it offers you the opportunity you are looking for.Tue, 26 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-right-career-you.htmlHow to take stock and find the right career path if you're lacking direction.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/going-bankrupt-gave-new-career.htmlHow one small business owner's difficult experience of the recession presented a new opportunity.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/from-bank-manager-business-advisor.htmlThis article from the Career Advisor's Casebook follows the change in career of an experienced bank manager to a business advisor, making the most of his business and financial backgroundMon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/from-dietician-life-coach.htmlIn this article from the Career Advisor's Casebook, an NHS dietician is looking to retrain as a life coach and utilise her experience without wasting her skills.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-good-recruitment-agency.htmlA realistic guide to finding a great recruitment consultant at a good recruitment agency to get you that sought-after job.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-ethical-job.htmlEthical work doesn't have to mean working on a low wage in a job with no career development prospects. Here's a guide to getting involved and succeeding in a worthy career.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/behaving-office-party.htmlThe office party is a great place to have fun but you need to watch your behaviour.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/expanding-your-career-network.htmlHaving a healthy career network can be very useful. It can help you contact the right people who can provide information and advice, and it can be a way to move ahead in your career.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-worklife-balance.htmlFinding a good work-life balance is an eternal quest for most people. Here's a few pointers for how to attain that balance.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/finding-making-use-mentor.htmlA mentor can share their experience and knowledge with you and help guide your career.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/going-beyond-your-job-description.htmlTips for showing you're willing and able to hold on to your job during the recession by going beyond what's requested.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/gaining-awards-recognition-work.htmlGaining an award at work can be a great way to gain recognition and boost your career.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/being-facebook-friends-with-your-boss.htmlA modern-day dilemma is whether or not to become Facebook friends with your boss, and it is something you should think carefully about.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/going-back-work-after-break.htmlReturning to work after a career break can take a bit of getting used to. Read out top tips on how to cope after you have had a break.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-lecturing-further-education-tutoring.htmlWorking as a further education lecturer or tutor in a subject that you love has great career prospects. Find out how you can teach in the further education sector.Mon, 25 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-writing-journalism.htmlWriting and journalism are two extremely competitive job sectors. This article looks briefly at what you'll need to make the change to a career as a writer or journalist.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-change-company-change.htmlWhat do you like and not like about your current job. Do you really need a career change or just a new employer?Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/dress-impress-work.htmlTop tips on how to dress to impress at work by choosing appropriate clothing.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/discussing-your-options-with-hr.htmlA realistic guide to help you prepare for and obtain a meeting with your human resources manager to discuss your potential internal opportunities.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/dont-be-held-back-basic-maths.htmlTop tips for boosting your understanding of basic maths so it doesn't hold back your career change goals.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/effective-use-internet-network-sites.htmlInternet network sites are a great way of keeping in touch. Here are some tips for using it to your advantage while avoiding some of the tip falls.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/different-ways-work-outside.htmlIf you long to break out of your office job and work outside, here are some ways to implement this career change. You may be surprised at some of the traditional trade skills that you can obtain as part of your new outdoor-orientated career.Fri, 22 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/choosing-right-company.htmlChoosing the right company is a personal thing and can make a real difference to your happiness and career development.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-relocating.htmlA career change or development may involve relocating to pastures new. Before you decide whether to move, make sure you've considered how relocating may impact you and your family.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-catering.htmlCatering offers many different job opportunities, from working in a restaurant to running your own small business. Our guide explores the different roles and training schemes that are available.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/deciding-what-career-you-want.htmlHow do you decide what career you really want? These tips will help you examine your interests, skills and work experience... and match them to a career.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-your-career-path.htmlChanging your career path takes time and commitment but anything is possible. Check out our tips to help guide you.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/careers-raf.htmlA guide to the variety of positions available in the RAF, including the selection process and working conditions.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/can-you-afford-go-part-time.htmlQuestions to ask yourself in order to assess whether or not you can afford to go part time, both financially and emotionally.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/deal-with-conflict-office.htmlDealing with conflict calmly and professionally can help your career development. Here's a guide to resolving issues within the workplace.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/building-soft-skills-workplace.htmlSoft skills is a term for attributes that make an office run smoothly. Strengthening your soft skills can be good for your career development.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/dealing-with-office-gossip.htmlGossip is rife in any office but try to stay out of it and confront those who do it.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/developing-career-plan.htmlSetting yourself achievable goals can help you to develop a career plan, but be ready to reassess and adjust your path.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/can-you-afford-borrow-from-friends-family.htmlA look at the issues that can get in the way of borrowing money from friends and family to fund your career change.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/consulting-for-your-old-employer.htmlUnderstanding the pros and cons of working for your old employer as a consultant when you become self-employed.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/careers-parenthood.htmlParenthood is an amazing experience, and most parents yearn to spend more time with their children. But how to you find that work-life balance?Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/dealing-with-setbacks-work.htmlDealing with setbacks can be difficult but with the right attitude you can focus on moving forward with your career.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-killers-avoid.htmlEnsure your career development stays on track by avoiding these five ultimate career killers.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-artist-illustrator.htmlIf you have a talent for art or illustration, you could turn your skills into a new career. Read our guide to find out how.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-advertising-brand-management.htmlInternet advertising is currently experiencing a steady growth, so career opportunities are increasing in this sector. This article takes a glimpse of what's involved in a career change to advertising and brand management.Thu, 21 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-boss.htmlBecoming a boss is a great achievement. The transition is not always easy but can be better achieved if you earn the respect of your colleagues.Wed, 20 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/being-heard-meetings.htmlTo be heard in a meeting you need to be confident and well presented.Wed, 20 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/being-headhunted-your-career.htmlBeing headhunted means you are doing well in your career, so take your time to negotiate a good deal.Wed, 20 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-events-organiser.htmlEvent organisers have to use a multitude of skills to carry out their jobs successfully. If you're motivated, enthusiastic and have a great outgoing personality, this could be the perfect career change for you.Wed, 20 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-building-property-management.htmlA guide to the skills and experience required for some choice jobs within building sector.Wed, 20 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-mechanic.htmlEver thought of working as a mechanic? This guide tells you what skills you'll need, as well as employment routes and what jobs you'll be expected to undertake.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-painter-decorator.htmlChanging career to become a painter and decorator is easy if you have dedication, are good with your hands, and have great interpersonal skills. Find out what you need to start your career change.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-paramedic.htmlA guide to the working conditions, pay, entry requirements and day to day role of a paramedic.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-firefighter.htmlConsidering a career as a firefighter? Discover what the job will entail, and find out about working conditions, pay and entry requirements.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-visual-merchandiser.htmlA visual merchandiser creates and controls the look of a store. Read this guide to find out more about the role and how you can make it your career.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-becoming-lawyer-solicitor.htmlChanging career to train as a lawyer takes a lot of commitment and can prove expensive. This guide looks at the basic study and training routes available in England and Wales.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-environmental-consultant.htmlEnvironmental legislation and public awareness have increased the necessity for environmental consultants. Here is a guide to the job requirements and opportunities.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-teaching-teaching-assistants-learning-mentors.htmlTeaching is generally regarded as a very respectable and rewarding job. Here is a guide to entering the teaching profession.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-becoming-nurse.htmlFind out what qualifications are needed to become a nurse, and the routes that you can take to get into this profession.Tue, 19 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-becoming-carer.htmlWorking as a carer is an extremely challenging yet ultimately rewarding role. We explain the different routes available for a career change into the caring profession.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-acting-theatre-work.htmlChanging to a career in acting or working in a theatre is something many people dream of. The reality can be a little different however, as we explain.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/asking-for-career-development-review.htmlA career development review will help you appreciate how your current role could affect your plans for a career change.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-police-where-to-start.htmlA realistic answer to a real life question, with an HGV driver looking for advice on how to become a traffic officer in the police force.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-retail-management.htmlThinking of stepping into retail management? Here's a detailed description of the skills, salary and role of a retail manager.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/asking-for-work-based-training.htmlAsking for work based training can be a great way to boost your skills. Here are some tips on how to go about it.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/asking-for-pay-rise.htmlWhen you are asking for a pay rise you need to decide what you want and prove that you are worth it. Here's how.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/asking-for-career-development-plan.htmlAsking for a career development plan is a proactive way to focus on your career goals. Here's how to go about it.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/appraisals-feedback-work.htmlAppraisals and feedback can be a good way to find out how you are doing and work on your weaknesses.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/kick-starting-stagnating-career.htmlWhat can you do to kick-start a dead end career that is going nowhere?Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/changing-career-fitness.htmlKeeping fit is an essential part of maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle. There are lots of opportunities to work within the leisure and fitness sector, as our guide explains.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/becoming-dressmaker-tailor.htmlA guide to the salary potential, skills required and career development opportunities for dressmakers and tailors.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/retraining-diary.htmlThe retraining diary of an insurance broker who retrained to become a history teacher.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/chance-meeting-led-career-change.htmlHow one high-achieving PR executive took a different approach after a chance meeting with his old teacher.Thu, 14 Jul 2011http://www.acareerchange.co.uk/career-forensics.htmlA guide to the roles available in forensic science, including salary details and skills that are needed to succeed.Wed, 13 Jul 2011