Taking a holdiay abroad rarely involves having to think about the impact wearing socks with sandals will have on local sensibilities. When it comes to business, however, going global is a huge step for any company, and any Managing Director or Chief Executive will plan their forward strategy very carefully. Everything from exploratory sales trips […]
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Chocolate lovers are still in a state of shock after it was announced that Toblerone is to be redesigned for the UK market. Yes, against a backdrop of rising costs for ingredients, the famous chocolate bar’s Alpine peaks are being eroded and a less majestic bar will be sold for the same price. Thankfully, changing
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When interviewing for an engineering position you’ll be asked technical questions. Employers need to gauge your knowledge and experience of the work you’ll carry out. You’ll also be faced with some age-old favourites. These are to assess your work ethic and ‘soft skills’, such as communication. Basically, they offer an insight into your personality.
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Patting pretty puppies and cuddling cute kittens as they get their annual boosters is what many folks think of when it comes to a veterinary nurse. Of course, there is a caring role involved with vet nurses, as with their counterparts who care for us two-legged patients. But they also need to have a solid
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It’s not long now until festive TV starts livening up the dark nights. Call The Midwife Christmas Special has become one of the must-watch shows of the season. The tears, the laughter, the joy . . . the screaming! Gathering round to watch it is almost as traditional as chocolate for breakfast and badly knitted
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The North Sea’s giant rigs are built to stay put, despite all that raging Sea storms throw at them, the UK’s Oil & Gas sector rarely stands still. In fact, as it becomes more difficult to extract resources, we’re seeing fast-paced innovation in technology and methods – and constant upskilling among the workforce. Thankfully, Scotland’s
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Where would Hannibal be without his army of elephants? Could Britney Spears ever have made it to superstardom without her posse of Disney Mousketeers? Yes, every successful person understands their greatest asset is their support team and this is just as true in the Property business. If you’re looking to start a successful career as
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It might put a grin on the face of Bob the Builder, but the prospect of a new housebuilding is not only good news for the Construction industry in Scotland. It’s also good news for those who work in the Property sector. For property professionals – from Estate Agents to Estimators, Mortgage Advisors to Movers
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Anyone who has a role in social work or health care knows just how important it is to ensure the highest standards are always maintained. Whether daily tasks involve assisting the ill or the elderly, arranging financial or emotional support for those in need, or helping to house the homeless, this is much more than
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Leave your shoes and worries at the door is a great mantra to live by but not everyone can do it. The worries bit, that is. Kicking off shoes is a doddle. It’s far easier to shut the office door on a pile of paperwork than on an ill patient or struggling client. All workers
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