Career Advice

Eight steps to becoming a 5 to 9'er

There are over 5 million people doing it and today a book is launched to help many more follow in their footsteps. We’re talking about ‘Working 5 to 9’, which involves holding down a day job and building a business at nights and weekends. The book’s author, Emma Jones, offers eight steps showing how you can do the same.…

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Top tips on redundancy

Top tips on redundancy

Solicitor Sybille Idrac-Raphae at Russell Jones & Walker gives some top tips on what to do if you have been threatened with redundancy.…

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Top tips: Choosing a mentor

Top tips: Choosing a mentor

Having a mentor is important for all walks of work, but when you are starting a new business, it is even more vital, argues expert Emma Jones.…

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Why distance learning may be best for busy mums

Why distance learning may be best for busy mums

Most of us are familiar with the idea of learning in a classroom environment, having spent a great part of our younger years at school. Some people find this an overwhelmingly positive experience, whereas others can't wait to leave compulsory education. For many distance learning might be the way to catch up, says the Home Learning College.…

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How to deal with being restructured

How to deal with being restructured

What are your rights when faced with a change of your working hours? Sybille Idrac-Raphael, Solicitor in the Employment team at Russell Jones & Walker, offers top tips on what to do when a reorganisation threatens your childcare arrangements.…

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