Many people become comfortable in their jobs under the notion of job security. But the fact remains that for most people job security is a fleeting notion. Companies are constantly looking for ways to cut expenses to just essentials and it’s important to be seen as one of those essentials. The key to your continued… Read more
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Should you quit your job and follow your dream?
Do you sit at work counting down the hours until it’s time to go home? What is it that makes you stay where you are? Many of us stay in jobs for far longer than we find them fulfilling and it’s not unusual for people to see work as a chore that just has to… Read more
A job may cost you more than you think
I talked recently about my sister who is a single mum making a low wage, and would be making more Money, or at least have more disposable income if she were to stay at home, take care of her kid, and receive a check from the French government every month. While I… Read more
Effective employment
Our work is a more important part of our lives than we may realise. After all, it’s where you spend the majority of your time – at least five days a week, for most people. When somebody asks you about yourself, your job title tends to come in at third spot, after your name… Read more
The key skills needed for a successful career in marketing
A career in marketing can be challenging, creative and well-paid. Marketing jobs such as those available at Direct Line Group can offer a lot to the right candidate, but what experience are employers looking for and what key skills do you need to forge a successful career in marketing? What is marketing?… Read more
How was the easiest/hardest way you ever made money?
What was the easiest and/or hardest way you ever made money? I’ll share mine. Easiest ways I have made money I think I’ll have to go with my cattle investment first. I just gave BF the money to buy calves, he bred them, oversaw the cowboys, paid their salaries and the… Read more
High-Risk Jobs & Life Insurance: Could a Member of the Bomb Squad Get Insured?
If handled appropriately, with the right professional help and research, just about anyone can find a life insurance company that will insure them. Believe it, or not, it’s true; pre-existing conditions, dangerous hobbies, or even high-risk jobs—like diffusing bombs for a living—don’t necessarily result in being uninsurable. What’s the catch? It will be expensive. Who… Read more
Business conference call can make all the difference
If you own a business, you’ll want to get the most from your money. As well as making savings when necessary, you’ll want to get value from whatever you buy. Communication is one of the biggest overheads any enterprise can have, so anything shaved off the cost of speaking to clients whether over… Read more