From when we are in school, we are constantly being asked what we want to be when we grow up. Now, for most children, it’s the obvious fairy, policeman, princess, and fireman that are stated. But as time progresses our minds change, we gain more interests and want to choose different paths. So, how can we ensure through our job life that we are choosing the right career path?

When looking for the right career path, you want to find something that sparks joy. You want to head in the direction of what you enjoy to know you are going to have a happy working life.

Another thing to remember is not to be scared if you change your mind. Passions change all the time, so even though when you finish school you may have your heart set on a career path, this may not be the case in a few years. Your mind may change and that is ok, just remember to follow your heart.

Looking for new work within the job market can be extremely difficult. With it seeming as if people are always out looking for work, and you are never being successful in gaining employment or interviews.

If you are someone who keeps being rejected from jobs, KEEP READING THIS ARTICLE. We are going to share with you some of our tips for beating the job market.

Our Top Tips For Beating The Job Market

1- Your CV
One of the first considerations that you need to make when attempting to beat the job market is your own CV. It may not be a problem with you, but your CV. A simple document may be letting you down in gaining employment and work. Updating your CV, making it relevant, looking at making it different to everyone else can help you to beat the job market.

2- How You Present Yourself
On the application process for any jobs, you need to consider how you are presenting yourself. You need to have the balance right. Knowing how to sell yourself whilst not seeming like you are big-headed and a know it all. Presenting yourself in a way to sell yourself will help you to beat the job market.

3- Cover Letter
Even if it is not asked for, if there is a space for a cover letter or additional documents, always include one! This is an easy way to introduce and sell yourself. Share some crazy facts about yourself in this piece. You can also let them know why you want to work for them, what you will bring to their team, and what they will bring to you. Personalisation to the company in this piece is what will help you to stand out from the crowd.

Remember, it may not be you that is causing the problem but your documents. Make these stand out amongst the rest and you’ll be sure to beat the job market!

Previously on our blog, we have spoken about the signs that you are suffering from workplace bullying. Now, we want to share with you how you can overcome this phase of workplace bullying.

Address The Situation
One of the best ways you can overcome workplace bullying is by addressing the situation head-on. Speak directly to the person that is bringing you down as they may not be aware they are doing this.

Talk Openly About The Situation
Talking openly about the situation to fellow work colleagues or managers may help to resolve the situation. If you are not comfortable facing the bully head-on, talking to someone else may help you find someone else going through the same. Meaning you can both resolve the issue together.

Document Every Detail
If you are not comfortable with opening up, begin documenting everything the workplace does that brings you down. This can help you when you do become confident to open up as you will have every scenario documented to be able to show how long you have been suffering.

Sadly, it is more common than not for workplace bullying to take place. Sometimes people do not realise that this is what is happening to them as they have been blind sighted by the idea. Today, we are going to share with you signs of workplace bullying.

Intimidation
One of the more common signs of workplace bullying is if you feel intimidated by managers or other work colleagues. If they are not treating you as a part of the team and are controlling your every move, you could be in the scene of workplace bullying.

Control
While managers within the workplace do need to have control over their colleagues, too much control can lead to workplace bullying. If you feel as if you are being too controlled, and not given any independence, this can be another sign of workplace bullying. You should feel free in your workplace, not trapped.

Lack of Communication and Listening
Another sign of workplace bullying can be as simple as a lack of communication and listening. This can be as simple as you not being communicated with, with regards to business changes and what they expect of you. Or, if you are struggling to voice your own opinions as other workers are not listening to you and dismiss any idea as soon as you speak.

Undermining Your Work
If you feel as though other workers around you are being given more opportunities to progress, you may be suffering from workplace bullying. With some singling out workers that they do not wish to progress, blocking their path by setting them more difficult challenges or goals that will not help them to progress.

These are four of the main ways that you can define if you are being affected by workplace bullying. While name-calling can still play a part, there is more to look out for with regards to workplace bullying.

It is without a doubt that anyone hiring or applying for jobs will have noticed a huge change in the job market. Today, we are going to discuss how the job market has changed.

Online Applications
Previously everything would be completed in person. Visiting a store and seeing a job displayed in the window. Handing over your CV in person then being called for an in-person interview. Nowadays, everything is being completed online. With jobs being posted on sites such as Indeed. Handing over your CV online within your application. Some even offering over the phone interviews before meeting you in-person. Sometimes you will only meet your fellow workers on your first day.

Zoom Interviews
With a lot of companies working from home, you can see why interviews have become remote. With people not wanting to enter their homes during these unusual times. Zoom is a platform that allows you to have face-to-face video interviews. Allowing you to see the person hiring you before you join the company.

Fewer Jobs, More Applicants
A lot of people have been made redundant over the past year, meaning there are many more people than average desperately looking for new work. However, many companies aren’t wanting to hire new workers until things go back to normal. Meaning there are fewer jobs to apply for. This is making it more difficult to be offered a job due to the number of applicants.

It is without a doubt that the world of job applications has taken a huge change, especially over the past year. With many companies choosing to not hire new employees, making it near impossible to find new work. As well as, the whole application process is based online rather than in person. It can be a daunting time for anyone who is looking for work. Our advice would be to still try, apply for as many jobs as possible, the worst thing that can happen is they say no.