Are you considering a career change? Do you need help with developing your career (Mid-Career Review)? In a recent article published in FE News research suggests that nearly three-quarters of UK workers 71% will be looking for a new role this year. Alistair Stirling an independent and impartial experienced self- employed careers adviser of Stirling […]
Alistair Stirling of Stirling Careers Consultancy, is a highly experienced independent and impartial careers adviser with a qualification in careers guidance and an MA in Careers Guidance. He is currently working with many clients who have come to him for career development support Why would you need support with your Career Development? Are you getting […]
Here are some top tips to help you apply for jobs, including CV writing, completing application forms and helping you structure your supporting statement to get an interview
During the pandemic many over 50s dropped out of the labour market. Some took the opportunity to trial early retirement. Recent research suggests that older people are now starting to return to work perhaps because of the cost-of-living crisis which means that they need more income. The research also highlighted economic activity is now at […]
Alistair Stirling of Stirling Careers Consultancy, is a fully qualified and registered careers adviser working with many clients who are dissatisfied with their work for a variety of reasons. There is very little doubt that the pandemic has changed the way we want to work most likely forever. Many clients come to me because they […]
The academic year is coming to an end. You may have graduated or will soon be graduating. You are starting to make plans and consider your career options. You may have successfully completed the first and second years of your degree programme.. Whatever stage you are at it is important to start thinking about […]
Job Offers At the end of your job interview, it is important to ask the employer when they hope to make a decision and how they will let you know. Job offers can be made in a variety of ways: At the end of the interview By telephone By e-mail or by post a few […]
A key document when job hunting is a Curriculum Vitae. This will sell you in the best possible light to potential employers. What is the purpose of a CV? The purpose of the CV is to get you an interview. This then gives you the chance to sell yourself to a prospective employer. CV Top […]
Clients frequently come to me wanting help to prepare for a job interview. Simple steps to help you prepare for a job interview On receiving confirmation that you have been selected for interview, confirm your attendance, preferably in writing. If you have any questions about the interview, contact the organisation. This will go in your […]
Clients frequently come to me wanting help with their job application forms and they particularly want support with their supporting statement. Simple steps to help you write your supporting statement. Plan ahead to ensure you complete your application form well before the closing date. Some jobs close early if sufficient applications have been received. Before […]
