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The Skim – March 2020’s Business Inspiration Summary

2nd March 2020

Another month has passed, which means it’s time for some more exciting and inspiring stories from the world of business. This month’s topics include brand focus, launching a start-up and customer connections. Let’s get down to business. Maria Ross‘Customers’ needs change and we need to be in lockstep with our customers with an empathetic mindset to what it is they’re …

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5 Business skills you master with an MBA

14th February 2020

Yearning to start your own business but not sure you’ve got the entrepreneurial experience to execute? Or happy with your current company but stuck on a certain rung of the career ladder in a role that feels stale? Either way, an innovation-focused distance learning MBA can propel your plans and provide the self-assurance you need to move forward and excel …

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The Skim – February 2020’s Business Inspiration Summary

6th February 2020

It’s that time of the month again where we get inspired by some brilliant business stories. So grab yourself a cuppa, get comfy and prepare to be wowed. Kathleen King‘I was very, very naïve and I used to trust blindly. Now, I still trust everybody, but I trust with my eyes open.’ Kathleen King is a serial entrepreneur, having set …

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5 Steps to becoming an Audiologist

16th January 2020

If you’re in the midst of a January job hunt but none of the recruitment site options spark inspiration, a new career in audiology could be just what the doctor ordered.

Audiologists implement life-enhancing therapies for patients of any age with a wide variety of personal needs – so job roles in this sector really make a positive difference to people’s lives.

If this new direction sounds promising, consider our five steps to becoming an audiologist.

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10 Tips For Finding Your Dream Job in 2020

11th December 2019

The festive season is a time for fun and relaxation.

But sometimes you’re not the life and soul of the party because you’ve got yourself stuck in a career rut and the thought of another year spent in a job that doesn’t float your boat anymore gets you in the doldrums.

Don’t despair – we’ve got 10 tips for finding your dream job in 2020 that will help you set sail for new horizons.

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5 Healthcare Management Career Tips

3rd December 2019

Management and Leadership roles can be hard nuts to crack in any sector.Succeeding depends on a broad and deep skillset that includes everything from managing budgets to motivating teams – with all efforts ultimately aimed at satisfying customers and meeting performance targets.

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10 Study Tips For Surviving Winter

29th November 2019

The temperatures are dropping and the days are getting shorter. It’s the season where all you want to do is wrap up warm, stay indoors and relax – but with coursework and assignments to complete, how do you stay productive and maintain your focus?

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The Skim – November 2019’s business inspiration summary

8th November 2019

As the end of the year draws near, The Skim is here to keep you motivated and inspired with another superb selection of entrepreneurial tales.

This month covers innovative startup ideas, transformative rebranding and expert business tips.

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5 Tips For A Midlife Career Change

1st November 2019

Considering a midlife career change? Here are five fantastic tips to help make the transition as smooth as possible.

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5 Career-Boosting Distance Learning Courses

23rd October 2019

The adage that ‘every day’s a school day’ certainly applies to distance learners.

Because although flexible online courses are designed for life, a natural thirst for knowledge is a key motivational catalyst.

However, the vocational value of a recognised course is also crucial when weighting up whether you can balance earning a qualification with work and family commitments.