If you think you’ve had tough interviews, spare a thought for the hopefuls vying for the top job at the United Nations. A speech in front of the entire General Assembly, a grilling by member states, then quizzed live by the global public through social media. What all these candidates had in spades, however, was […]
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Scotland is a land of natural beauty but it’s not just pretty to look at: it’s also great for growing stuff. We have an abundance of delicious produce and we’re happy to share our goodies worldwide. In fact, Scotland’s food and drink industry is a major driver of the economy . . . and it’s
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Conveyancing is one of those legal practices that can seem arcane and mystifying to those not involved in the profession. But since every sale or purchase of a property involves this magical art, it’s an important industry that’s here to stay. That said, conveyancing is also linked to the health of the housing market, which
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How much do you love your car? Do you have photographs of it on your phone? And if – steady yourself now! – it has to go into the repair shop, do you worry about it like it’s a pet at the vet? Well calm yourself because insurance companies are taking steps to smooth the
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You’ve visited s1jobs and been wowed by the variety of top HR roles available. You’ve chosen your favourite vacancies and sent off a world-class CV, highlighting your skills, qualities and experience. Now you’re looking forward to the interview, where you’ll be open and honest. Or will you? Often in a high-pressure situation we find ourselves
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For many who move from pouring drinks to being in charge of the premises, being a bar manager is not just a job, it’s a way of life. After all, you work long hours with employees and regular customers who, through the years, begin to feel like family. You only have to look at any
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Promotions, like flat tummies and six packs, do not happen overnight. They take time and call for hard work. Of course, sometimes they do magically appear by luck or someone else’s misfortune – remember that dream you had about the Regional Manager being eaten by shark while on holiday? Unless you can train finned assassins,
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New York has plans to smarten up its subways – and we don’t mean the sandwiches. The city is to spend $27 billion on “smart carriages, with large gangways to minimise congestion and built-in Wi-Fi, USB chargers and digital displays. London is also updating its tube system, while Glasgow has also been busy revamping its
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If teaching is challenging, just imagine how demanding teaching kids how to cook can be. We spoke to home economics teachers to find out how they get through the day without having a Gordon Ramsay-sized tantrum. And before we even got near a hot stove, it became clear modern home economics teachers are tougher than
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If you work in customer service for one of the major electrical brands, you’ll know all about dealing with complaints. According to recent surveys, some of the swankiest appliances are prone to faults and breakdowns, while old-fashioned TVs and fridges with no fancy gadgets or designer looks are among the most reliable. Understandably, when their
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