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Whether you’ve been made redundant, are looking for a new challenge or planning to switch career, these articles are aimed at providing you with the practical guidance you need to successfully navigate these changes.

From leaving your current employment on a positive and professional note, and using LinkedIn to establish your profile and search for jobs, to focusing on the most important factors when retraining for a new career, you’ll find all the insight you need right here.

And if there’s something you specifically need guidance with that hasn’t been covered, you can always contact our team of helpful advisors. In the meantime, best of luck with changing your career path.

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five signs it’s time to change jobs

The Sunday blues and feeling unmotivated and disillusioned with your work are among the signs you could be in need of a new job. Discover the 5 tell-tale signs you’re due a change in this article.

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eight considerations for retraining for a new career

Have you set your sights on training and working in a completely different job? Making the move can be daunting. These eight key considerations are aimed at making sure you start off on the right path.

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using LinkedIn to look for work & more

Have you been made redundant and are thinking about using LinkedIn to reach out to people and find new work, but don’t know the basics? Consider this article your intro to LinkedIn.

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handing in your resignation

Handing in your resignation can be awkward and stressful. However, there are some best practice methods you can follow to make it easier, including the 6 dos and don’ts featured in this article.

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what to consider before changing jobs

Change, both personal and professional, can be daunting. This article will help you understand which aspect of your professional life would benefit from change including whether a complete change in job is right for you.

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