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The Help I Nearly Refused By Sandpiper Coaching

28 Sep, 2026

When I broke my leg, I didn’t hesitate; I went straight to hospital to get it treated. When my brother died, I knew I needed help; I sought counselling to help me navigate the grieving process. Yet when I was made redundant and was offered the support of a career coach, my initial response was, “No thank you; I don’t need your help.” Looking back, I’ve often asked myself why. Why was I willing to seek professional help for a...

How to Know If God Is Calling You Somewhere New

04 Sep, 2026

There are moments in life when a new opportunity appears and quietly raises a much bigger question than whether you should take a particular job. Perhaps an employer has approached you about a role in another city, you have seen an opportunity that would require relocating, or you have simply begun to wonder whether God may be leading you into a different time in your life. The possibility can be exciting, but it can also feel unsettling,...

Finding God’s Purpose in Waiting

12 Aug, 2026

There are few things quite as discouraging as searching for a job and hearing “no” again and again. You spend time polishing your CV, filling in applications, preparing for interviews and praying that this might finally be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Then the email arrives: “Unfortunately, on this occasion…” After a while, it can become more than frustrating. You may begin to wonder, “God, where are You in all of this?”...

Preparing Your CV for the Opportunities God Provides

29 Jul, 2026

Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3 For many most of us, updating a CV only becomes a priority when they decide it's time to apply for a new job. An exciting opportunity appears, a recruiter gets in touch, or circumstances suddenly change, and there is a rush to remember achievements, update dates, and rewrite years of experience into a few pages. The problem is that opportunities rarely...

Staying Motivated While Looking for a New Role

05 Jun, 2026

Looking for a new job can be tough. When you first start, there's usually a sense of hope and possibility. Maybe you're looking for a fresh start, better financial security, a role that feels more meaningful, or simply the next step in your career. You update your CV, browse job listings, and start imagining what could be next. But after a while, the excitement can wear off. Rejection emails might start landing in your inbox and sometimes...

Handling Redundancy as a Christian

18 Feb, 2026

Redundancy can feel deeply unsettling. Work is more than income. It shapes routine, identity, confidence, and daily structure. When a role ends unexpectedly, it can leave a sense of loss that goes beyond employment. For many believers, redundancy and faith often become closely intertwined as they seek answers to the raising questions around purpose, provision, and direction. Job loss, and a loss of purpose or direction are not an unfamiliar...

How to Find a Christian-Friendly Employer in the UK

21 Jan, 2026

For many of us Christians, work is more than the remuneration. It’s a place where values, integrity and purpose matter. While faith and work are often treated as separate in modern professional life, there are plenty of Christian-friendly employers in the UK that actively support employees who want to live out their faith at work. The challenge is knowing where, and how, to find them. What does a faith-friendly workplace look like? A...

Finding a New Career Path: Embracing a New Venture with Faith

15 Nov, 2024

At a crossroads in your career, looking for not just a new job, but a new path entirely? It's an exciting, albeit daunting, prospect. Whether driven by a desire for change, personal growth, or a newfound passion, embarking on a new career venture is both an opportunity and a journey. For those navigating this transition within the faith community, integrating your beliefs with your professional aspirations can lead to not just success, but...

Navigating Career Transitions: Lessons from Nature in Autumn

11 Oct, 2024

As autumn continues, nature transforms in a spectacular display of colours. The once vibrant greens of summer give way to brilliant reds, oranges, and golds, as trees shed their leaves to prepare for the colder months ahead. This seasonal shift provides a poignant backdrop for reflecting on our own career journeys, particularly when it comes to navigating transitions. Just as trees let go of their leaves to foster new growth, we too can learn...

Faith-Powered Productivity: Your Guide to a Successful Job Hunt

09 Aug, 2024

Staying productive during a job search is essential for success, particularly in today’s competitive job market. Job hunting can be a stressful and time-consuming process, and so staying motivated and productive is key. By aligning your job search efforts with your faith, you can maintain focus, efficiency, and a deep sense of purpose throughout this challenging process. Integrating spiritual practices into your productivity strategies not...

How to Prepare For Online Interviews

12 Jul, 2024

Virtual interviews have become a standard part of the job application process, especially for digitally focused companies. They are an efficient way for interviewers to meet potential candidates, and a way for candidates to meet the hiring team without the cost or time expense of having to travel to the interview location. For many job hunters, preparing for a virtual interview presents unique challenges and opportunities. In this blog, we...

Staying Motivated During Your Job Search

28 Jun, 2024

Job hunting can be a challenging and sometimes discouraging process. Every company has different application and interview procedures, and you can end up hearing 'no' many times before you hear 'yes'. However, as a Christian, it is important to maintain your positivity, patience, and resilience during the job-hunting process. In this blog, we will consider some of our best practical and faith-based strategies to help you stay strong and...

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