A recent study by the UK Commission for Employment and Skills has revealed that workers across the UK are more stressed than ever. Results show that 60% of employees feel they work under tight deadlines for the majority of the day and one in four are afraid of becoming unemployed and losing their job.

It’s thought the introduction of more technology in the workplace could be a contributing factor to stress levels, with many employees receiving work emails during out of office hours on their smart phones. So what can you do to feel less stressed at work? Check out these stress-busting tips below.

If you are preparing to attend a networking event you may be feeling nervous about speaking to people you have never met before. But networking events provide you with a great opportunity to meet others working in your industry, to publicise the company you are working for and to find out about new opportunities. But what do you talk about at a networking event? Here are some ideas to help you get chatting.

If you are currently searching for a job then you may have contacted a recruitment agency to help you find employment. If you have contacted, or you are thinking about contacting, a recruitment agency, then there are a few things you’ll be required to do – including sending in your CV and having a telephone interview with a Recruitment Consultant. A telephone interview will give the agency the opportunity to find out more about you as a candidate, to identify your key skills and to get to know you before they start sending out your CV to employers. If you are about to speak with a recruitment company then check below for three essential things you should be telling them.

The Apprentice is back on our TV screens and during the next few weeks we’ll be treated to tears, tantrums and some finger pointing in the board room. This year’s candidate line up seems extra competitive as each person is battling it out for a £250,000 investment from Lord Sugar to invest in their start-up business. So what skills are the candidates going to need to display during the coming weeks in order to secure investment?

The weather in the UK has been heating up and summer is well and truly on the way. If you are studying at university or college, you may be starting your summer job search now in order to ensure you earn some extra cash during your break. So if you are looking for a summer job check out these three tips to help you secure one!

First Choice has been searching all year long for a new candidate to join their team as their Water Slide Tester and the winner of the post has just been anounced. Although it sounds like a lot of fun in the sun, we examine below what it takes to be a real Slide Tester and whether it really is the best job in the world.

Being recognised for your expertise and achievements can be very rewarding and can help when it comes to career progression and gaining a job promotion. So how do you get noticed at work? And how do you make it to the top of your profession? Here are some tips on how to stand out in the workplace:

Many people are now turning to a ‘second job’ in order to boost their salary. Many employees across the country work a 9-5 job and then a second job in the evenings and at weekends to boost salary. So if you are considering applying for jobs and trying to increase your earnings, here are some tips to help you succeed:

Whether you are attending a job interview or starting your first day of work, making a good impression is essential. Check out these tips below to help you make a positive impact in the workplace:

Something says these employees won’t be looking forward to another day in the office…