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  Tips to help you ace your interview Interviewers will assess you as soon as you walk in the door, so how you present yourself will make or break your employment opportunities. How to make a good impression Greet the interviewer with a firm handshake and a smile. If you are offered a glass of […]

        Meditation is food for the soul     Manage stress and improve your concentration by practicing mindfulness. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or tired? Meditation can bring an instant calming perspective to your life in as little as two minutes. The benefits are numerous; it can reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, sharpen concentration […]

  After your job interview Don’t put your feet up just yet! The interview might be over however there are still a few more things to consider. Write a follow up email to the interviewer thanking them for their time. You can also use this opportunity to provide additional information you have been asked for, […]

  Network support Strong social networks make life easier and happier! Often when you’re feeling overwhelmed by work, study, family commitments and life in general, you cut yourself off and hunker down, thinking that any social interactions take time away from what you should be getting on with. The truth is socialising is an invaluable tool […]

  Know your learning style People take in new information in many different ways. Is the way you study the best for your learning style? Visual Learners  You work best using pictorial or graphically formatted information. Diagrams, images and graphs appeal to your style of learning. Kinaesthetic/Active Learners Manipulating objects and experimenting with practical or […]

Janet’s story A Stay at Home Mum with Aspirations to Work with Animals!   We sat down with Janet and a had a brief chat about her studies with The Career Academy   Tell me a little bit about yourself…   I am Janet, a stay at home mum. A friend of mine offered for […]

  Writing a covering letter A covering letter is your first opportunity to grab attention and make sure you stand out from other candidates. Keep it relevant Tailor your cover letter to the specific job you are applying for, identifying the particular skills you can bring to the role. Highlight any relevant experience that would […]

  Beat procrastination! Online study requires a different kind of motivation to classroom learning. Some of us really have the knack for putting the ‘pro’ in procrastination! This can become all too easy when you’re learning online, so avoid leaving things until the last minute with these tips. Avoiding a task? Tackling the most challenging […]

          LinkedIn – your online resume         Your LinkedIn profile is your online resume and will help you build a professional brand for prospective employers. Make sure your profile is complete and detailed but temporarily turn off your activity broadcast whenever you are updating so you don’t fill […]