Career
The Toughest Call Of All
'You can't be brave if you've only had wonderful things happen to you.' - Mary Tyler Moore. Imagine this scenario: I was sitting underneath my desk with my head in my hands, absolutely shaking with fear. I am now ashamed of the reason but I just...
When It Comes To Public Speaking, Preparation Saves Perspiration
‘All speaking is public speaking, whether it’s to one person or a thousand.’ - Roger Love As a long time public speaker and presenter to large groups of people all over the world, I often have people say how lucky I am that public speaking ‘comes...
How To Find Out If You’re A Tricky Character
Let me be completely and brutally honest with you today. I’ve been a thief, I have claimed credit for things I have not done, I have lied and harboured resentments. I am easy prey to addictions (smoking is the worst on this list). I tell you...
The Consult Guide to Resume Red Flags
There are a combined 118 years of recruitment experience in the Consult offices. This means a lot of interviews, client meetings and an incredible number of resumes reviewed. One of the benefits of working with Consult is the expertise that we have developed over time. Part...
Contracting? How To Nail It In 6 Easy Steps
Today there are probably more people in temporary and contract roles than ever before. Whether you’re contracting as a career choice, or you’re hoping contracting will lead to a permanent job, every assignment can be a terrific opportunity to build your networks and reputation. Here are six...
5 New Year Job Search Resolutions You Should Make Right Now
Forget about getting in shape and giving up coffee. Come March, your expensive and pristine gym membership card is just going to depress you. While we focus in the new year on health related changes, maybe you should instead focus on something really life-changing: Landing an amazing new...
The 5% Secret To Powering Your Career
Want an incredibly successful, vibrant and long lasting career? Then there’s no need to be a 100 percenter. All you need to be is a 5 percenter. What do I mean by that? LET ME CLARIFY: Always know 5% more than anyone else in the room. That’s it. That’s...
How To Use Tomatoes To Explode Your Efficiency
This is going to sound weird. But it works. Here’s a simple idea that will make a massive difference to your effectiveness and efficiency. It sounds crazy but I’ve tried, and it's a winner! This is a quick read that will save you an insane amount...