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We often get bogged down with life and maybe a little stuck in rut, and can start to doubt ourselves. Think about what you've achieved, not just within your career, but through life in general and remember how fabulous you are! So many life experiences and personality traits will get you far in your career, stop and take time to think about this, then showcase your wonderful self.
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Recruitment Marketing Partner
HMRC
Started 12/2020 to PresentSchool Advisor
DWP
From 11/2016 to 12/2020Universal Credit Delivered Locally Outreach
DWP
From 09/2014 to 11/2016Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
There is a good mix of work. Sometimes I'm concentrating on editing a document, or formatting a candidate pack. But other times I can be lost down a rabbit hole of websites and articles while I research labour market insights or info on the best job boards!
Greatest achievements
Back in 2004 my friend and I decided it would be a laugh to walk 60k for the Breakthrough Breast Cancer Charity. We didn't know however, that to enter we had to raise £1.5k each first! Challenge accepted we organised a Charity Ball, complete with live music, auction, and wonderful food and copious amounts of donated booze. Target smashed we raised £7000 that night. One huge hangover later, we then had to start the training! Great memories, and a huge sense of achievement, maybe it's time I did something similar again?....
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Abbey
Debt Management Complaints manager
Top Insider Advice
My one piece of advice is “Be-Honest”
If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance, “be honest” in your job application.
“Be honest” in your training. If you don’t understand something, then speak up.
If you need something to be explained again, “be honest” and say you didn’t understand.
“Be Honest” with your aspirations, aims, goals for your career, there are many opportunities which may be applicable for you.
“Be Honest” with yourself and keep your work/life balance right for you.
My experience - I have been honest about my dyslexia. I have received additional help and support throughout my entire HMRC experience. I learnt an enormous amount about myself during "Coping strategy sessions" which allowed me to be more honest with myself and my manager.
Finally, don’t be scared to question things.
Rasila
project manager
Top Insider Advice
I really believe that if you work hard and give your very best in your career path then you will succeed in the role you want to get to. I took every opportunity in my career to develop my skills and learn new skills which helped me to progress in my career.
Liz
CDIO Borders & Trade Recruitment and Workforce Lead
Top Insider Advice
Always be yourself, it you make a mistake then admit it, we are only human. Listen to the views of others around you. Treat staff how you would like to be treated but bear that everyone is individual and treat them accordingly.
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