Video Marketing: The Content Trend That’s Not Going Away
Video marketing; could it work for you? Over the last few years, video marketing has taken the marketing world by storm. More than ever before, video content became the hottest weapon in a content strategist’s arsenal. The good news for online marketers was that they could utilise videos to let their creative ideas. A while […]
Studying Online? Time Management Tips For Adult Online Students
Adult online students have particular learning needs. Engendering the kind of discipline it takes to get though an online course is no mean feat. I have always been a good manager of time, some of my friends certainly are not. They are always late, they miss deadlines, they are always “rushing around” and they annoy […]
Quick Ways To Heal Your Relationship With Money
Do you need to heal your relationship with money? So many people I know have a bad relationship with money; they spend too much, don’t earn enough, are in debt and bury their heads in the sand; refusing to acknowledge the problem. And the worst thing is – their problems are snowballing every day. A […]
Unusual Freelance Jobs You Can Work From Home (Or Anywhere!)
Looking for unusual freelance jobs, but not sure where to start? There are so many unusual freelance jobs you can now do from home – or anywhere in the world – with only an internet connection. Many of us require more flexibility from their jobs. You might be a new parent, studying, travelling or have […]
Optimising Your Career in Content Writing & Content Strategy
A career in content writing has been one of the best decisions I ever made. I began my career as a broadcast copywriter, writing radio ads. I transitioned into copywriting for various big brands, and now work as a Content Strategist, managing and coaching other writers and content producers – does this sound like the […]
Employment of People with Disability | How To Find Work for PwD
PwD or People with Disabilities still face discrimination in the workplace, and when job seeking. Around one in five people has, or will acquire a disability. This means that if we do not have a disability, that we probably know someone who does. What counts as a disability varies from country to country, and changes […]
Find Your Perfect Career & Unlock Your Passion With 3 Questions
So, what is your perfect career? A few years ago I took a long, hard look at myself. I had been working in radio (broadcast media) for over a decade and I wanted to transfer to a more stable, growth industry, as radio was becoming too competitive, too unstable and was showing little growth. I […]
Competitive, Spontaneous, Humanistic or Methodical? The Career For Your Personality Type
Finding a career for your personality type is something to consider. Your inherent personality can really affect what type of job you’ll be successful in. There are many types of careers out there, and many personality tests. The Myers-Briggs testing system is very well known, as has been used to assess personality types for decades. […]
The Hidden Challenges of Freelancing and How To Overcome Them
Yes, there are many challenges of freelancing. I’ve now been in the workplace for a couple of decades, starting my career in radio, around age 21. I have worked in many industries that you could call “a boy’s club” – the media in Australia is well known for being misogynistic and sexist. The gender pay […]
The 5 Things You Need To Have Ready When Searching For A Job
Searching for a job can be a difficult process. In fact, it’s becoming harder, as the job market broadens and electronic methods of applying gain popularity. Sometimes it can feel like you’re just sending out resumes into the ether, with very little response. Let’s face it: applying for a job is more like entering a […]
5 Online Writing Jobs You Can Do From Home
Online writing jobs are becoming more and more popular. With the rise in the importance of search rankings and the increasing ability for people to self-publish, there has never been a greater demand for online writing talent. The good news is, there is plenty of work out there if you know how to find it. […]
5 Best Jobs That Are Not in An Office
Like working, but not in an office? Having a full-time office job isn’t for everyone. We’re not all suited to working the traditional nine-to-five day, and some people might feel shackled to their desk by this. Does that sound like you? If so, you need to reconsider your career options and try to find a […]
3 Things To Do Today When You’re Looking For A Job
Looking for a job can be pretty tough. It can take a long time, require a lot of energy, be slightly soul-destroying and might even make you depressed – but hey, it’s part of life, and knowing how to go about looking for a job is one of life’s skills to be mastered. Looking for […]
Working From Home Hacks You Need To Know | 4 Tips
Working from home can be a challenge, right? As with most things in life there’s a recipe for being focused, just like there’s a recipe for being unfocused. Productivity is one of the many challenges you might encounter. Think about it, if you have the ingredients of kids screaming in the background, with a laptop […]