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How to get work experience: ask the expert

I am a full-time mum and have been one ever since we came to the UK 5 years ago. Before this, I was a full-time student and have completed my Masters in Botany in India. Now my children are more grown up, I wish to start working (preferably in my own field). However, I have no work experience whatsoever and everywhere I have applied, they have asked me for work experience. How do I get the work experience?

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Returning to work? How to build confidence and brush up your CV and skills

Returning to work? How to build confidence and brush up your CV and skills

Lacking confidence? Scared of returning to work? Taking time out to have your family does not have to mean career suicide and skills and confidence can be re-built. Workingmums.co.uk talked to careers expert, Linda Whittern about where to start.

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Preparing for a second job interview: The do’s and don’ts

Preparing for a second job interview: The do’s and don’ts

You’ve been called back for a second round and now is your chance to secure your dream job, so don’t blow it. See our workingmums.co.uk tips on how to impress your prospective employer.

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A Career in Accountancy

A Career in Accountancy

Fancy a career in accountancy or perhaps you are returning to the profession after a career break? Here you will find some tips on the kind of skills you need and the kind of jobs on offer. 

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A career in Human Resources

Human resources is the name given to what used to be Personnel. It lies at the heart of an organisation, with human resources workers responsible for everything from recruitment, identifying future recruitment needs and staff development to the overall welfare of company personnel and practices relating to employee pay.

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