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Due to the third lockdown, many of us have a lot of extra time on our hands. But how can you put these spare time to good use? Why not put your mind to some high demand skills that you can learn from home? This will boost your skills and maximise the vacancies available to Read More…
As the pandemic continues and businesses struggle, more and more people are being made redundant and losing their jobs. Some businesses have thrived during these uncertain times, but others haven’t and this is what has led to employee redundancies. Losing your job is horrible, especially when the world is full of uncertainty. However, it’s important Read More…
Reports from CV Library show that two thirds of us will either be seeking a job or a better job in the New Year. It’s the top New Year’s Resolution expected for 2021, along with managing money better and losing weight. So, with so many other people planning to be out with the old job Read More…
The New Year is a time when many people feel excited and ready for change. This is why New Years Resolutions are so common. People want to use the new year as a time to start a new life or make new changes. One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is a new job. Read More…
The question of ‘where do you see yourself in five years’ is a common interview question. It is extremely likely you will be asked this question in your next interview. This is why it is so important you are prepared for the question. The interviewer is asking the question because they want to ensure you Read More…
One of the biggest and most unfortunate consequences of the continuing pandemic is the economic chaos it has caused. Numerous companies across Cambridgeshire have had to make their employees redundant. In fact, the latest figures by ONS show that the unemployment rate in the UK was up 4.1% from March to July, compared to the Read More…
The job market is really competitive at the moment and businesses have seen a huge rise in job applications. This means that it is more important than ever before to really stand out in your interview. The competition is fiercer than ever, so you need to make sure you are prepared. Here at Point Recruitment Read More…
Here at Point Recruitment we would always recommend that you follow up on job applications. However, especially at times like this, patience is a virtue. Many HR teams, business owners and recruitment teams are now working less hours or working from home. This can mean that responses to job applications will take longer. There has Read More…
Job interviews will often make people feel nervous. It’s because you often feel that there is so much riding on it. But if you plan, plan and plan some more – job interviews really don’t need to be that scary. In this blog post we share some tips to help you nail that job interview. Read More…
The incoming IR35 regulations were due to come into place in April 2020, but due to coronavirus the IR35 has been delayed. The new date for IR35 regulations to come into effect is 6th April 2021. While this is just over 6 months away, it’s something to think about now. Some huge changes could take Read More…
Sometimes we find ourselves in what is commonly known as a comfort zone. We are happy in what we do, and we are just plodding along nicely. However, sometimes we feel a need for more than that. If you’re feeling itchy or unsettled in your current career, then it may be that you are ready Read More…
There isn’t much worse than being stuck in a job you hate. It makes you miserable at work, and grumpy at home. You spend your week wishing it was the weekend, then when the weekend comes you are too busy dreading Monday to enjoy yourself. However, the worst thing about being in a job you Read More…
Sometimes we wonder if we are in the right job. We may have the odd off-day here and there. Other times, we may have off-days every day. Yet, 5 years later we still find ourselves letting our jobs get us down and feeling it is now ‘too late’ to get a new job. We have Read More…
There have been a lot of job losses during the coronavirus outbreak. A lot of these job losses have been directly because of coronavirus. Reports by YouGov show that one in twenty workers in the UK have lost their job because of coronavirus. Meanwhile one in eleven workers in the UK has had their pay Read More…
When was the last time you thought about your career? I mean really thought about it. Many of us don’t dedicate a lot of time to thinking about our careers. However, when you spend more time at work than at home with your family… perhaps a little more time should be given to thinking about Read More…
As businesses start to return to the workplace as normal, there will still be a lot that is not normal. At first, you may see desks have moved, there are set ways to walk around the workplace and there will be social distancing measures on place too. There may also be staggered shifts with your Read More…
The government is easing restrictions on the lockdown as we speak. While this is not something that will happen overnight, changes are happening. The workplace after lockdown is likely to be very different to the workplace we left before the coronavirus pandemic. Here at Point Recruitment we believe that for many businesses, the workplace after Read More…
If you have been made redundant, are furloughed or finding you have a lot more time on your hands during lockdown, then why not consider upskilling? There are some brilliant benefits of upskilling. We have listed some of the benefits below, but first we thought we would explain what upskilling is, in case you’re not Read More…
While you are furloughed you are still able to volunteer. If there is a charity, community or organisation you have always wanted to help, then now is your chance. You will find that volunteering is good for your body and mind. Volunteering during furlough is even better for your body and mind. It will provide Read More…
Whether you are working from the office, working from home or you have been furloughed, the coronavirus can take its toll on everyone. In this blog post we would like to share some top tips for coping during coronavirus lock down. Maintain Good Relationships Take the time to talk to friends and family. Tell them Read More…