Becoming an intern
You can become an intern at any age. Following the award winning Gold Programme, it was clear that PR was a perfect job for one of my clients, but how was she going to get the experience she needs to be a credible candidate. Firstly she looked for opportunities with a voluntary organisation she was […]
Now you've been shortlisted – new book from award winning career coach
My publishing company say: At a time when jobs are scarce and competition is fierce, standing out at interview is more important than ever. Award-winning psychologist Denise Taylor’s new book is for anyone that has received a ‘you’ve been shortlisted’ letter and wants to feel more confident and prepared for their forthcoming interview. […]
Career advice – how do I get a job when I'm in my late 50s
Could you provide some advice? I’m 59, and am told I look young for my age. I’m fit and healthy but I’m struggling to get a job. Since being made redundant 18 months ago I’ve applied for over 4,000 jobs in project management or consultancy but during this time I’ve only had 19 interviews but no […]
How to get a job in a recession – now ranking at #44 on Amazon in job hunting!
Paperback: 380 pages Publisher: Brook House Press (9 Mar 2009) ISBN-10: 0956175503 ISBN-13: 978-0956175502 Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 14 x 2.6 cm Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews) Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,804 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: #44 in Books > Business, Finance […]
How to get a job in a recession is out of stock in Amazon
I’ve been doing well today, selling my book on Amazon! My book has gone from in stock to a delay of 10-13 days – I’ve sold out! and I’m at just over 12,000 in the best sellers list. Product details Paperback: 380 pages Publisher: Brook House Press (9 Mar 2009) ISBN-10: 0956175503 ISBN-13: 978-0956175502 Product […]
Writing a book: How to get a job in a recession pt 2
I started writing this book on the 19th December, I knew I wouldnt have to do any research as I know my stuff. This book was to bring together all of my eBooks in a much more concise way but whe and ne of these days is Yesterday with all its mistakes and cares, its faults and […]
Writing a book: How to get a job in a recession
The past couple of weeks have been very busy. Rather naively I thought I would send a book to an editor, they would sort it all out and it would come back finished and ready for the printing phase. I hadn’t realised the scope for confusion when you work at a distance, and also my personality has […]
Dealing with recruitment agencies – advice from the career coach
With the recession, agencies are facing a deluge of applicants alongside a drop in the number of jobs available. So it’s even more important to use your interpersonal skills to create a good working relationship with them. Lisa is one of my clients. Part of her job search strategy is to register with recruitment agencies. […]
Job search – advice to a client from the career coach
I get many enquiries from my clients. Just had a few questions from a client. My client said:"I know CVs must be tailored to each job, but how then do I send a two page one to agencies? I will leave out a load of what I can do which means I wont be providing […]
Writing a book – how to get a job in a recession
Let me bring you up to date with what I’ve been doing. When I went to Manchester to film – How Safe is your Job? with ITV the producer/director asked me when I was going to write a book. He asked me a few times and encouraged me to think about it. Never one to […]
