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Bringing Prayer into Your Workplace

23 Jan, 2026

Bringing prayer into your place of work can be a quiet but powerful way to invite God into your everyday working life. We spend a significant portion of our time at work, and with that comes pressure, responsibility, relationships, and decisions. Bringing these things to God through prayer helps us stay grounded and spiritually attentive, even on the most ordinary days. Prayers for your boss Praying for your boss can feel...

Harnessing Your Faith for Career Development: Navigating Promotions

22 Mar, 2024

In the journey of professional development, merging faith with career aspirations can be a powerful combination. For many Christians, faith is not just a personal belief system but a guiding force in all aspects of life, including careers. Of the many challenges we face in our careers, one is navigating promotions and asking for a pay rise. This can be tricky in itself, so in this article we will explore how to handle this with grace,...

Utilising Faith to Develop Self-Confidence During Your Job Search

09 Feb, 2024

In the competitive landscape of job applications, self-confidence is a vital asset. It is the intangible quality that empowers individuals to articulate their skills and showcase their talents with conviction, and it can therefore be the difference that sets candidates apart in a sea of applicants. In the pursuit of a new role, believing in yourself can become more than just a mindset, but a strategic advantage. As job hunters with a...

30 steps to finding a new job (part 2)

08 Jan, 2021

How to build an online profile As well as posting jobs online, many recruiters will be actively searching for candidates, so here’s how to make yourself more visible in the right way: Upload your CV. If the job site allows, post your CV and allow prospective employers to view it. Use a Word or PDF format so it can be easily downloaded. It’s difficult to customise your CV in this instance, so make sure the template you use...

10 great interview tips for millennials

08 Jan, 2021

Many millennials are struggling to get the jobs they want because they have plenty of qualifications but lack experience. With so many people applying for each role, it can be tricky to get a foot in the door. But don’t give up hope; the right job is out there for you. These interview tips will help you make a good impression when the big day arrives. 1. Dress appropriately Money may be tight if you aren’t currently in...

10 ways to survive working from home with children

08 Jan, 2021

Working from home has some major advantages, but if you’re trying to balance homeworking and childcare it can be a huge challenge. Whenever you sit down to work, George will desperately need a snack or Evie will require an instant (and stinky) nappy change. So how will you ever get anything done? Be realistic. If your kids need nonstop attention when you’re not working, the chances are they won’t sit quietly in a corner when you’ve got...

5 tips for a successful job relocation

08 Jan, 2021

If you’ve been offered a job in a different location or are considering a fresh start in pastures new, it’s worth thinking it through carefully before taking the plunge. Relocating can throw up unexpected issues and increase stress levels, so it’s best to be prepared. The challenges We all know that moving house can be pricey and stressful, but what other potential challenges might a job relocation involve? Selling a house and...

I’m on disciplinary. What should I do?

08 Jan, 2021

You may have been the best employee ever until one mistake was made and you found yourself being disciplined by your employer. Or perhaps your boss has had it in for you since day one and has been looking for a way to get rid of you, either as a result of your actions or through invented allegations. Alternatively, it might just be a simple misunderstanding that you can explain away. Whatever the reasons, having disciplinary action taken...

Is it possible to ‘minister’ at work?

08 Jan, 2021

The answer to this question will depend on your workplace. If you work for a Christian company where there is an atmosphere of prayer and ministry in place, it will be much easier to minister to your colleagues, although sensitivity will always be required. If not, it may be more difficult to speak to your fellow workers or clients without finding yourself in hot water. You may also have been put off by news stories you’ve heard about...

The importance of a good cover letter

08 Jan, 2021

Even though we live in a pile-it-high and move-fast-recruitment culture, adding weight and focus to your application through a carefully crafted letter or cover email can be extremely advantageous. Most job boards accommodate this. I have also visited a number of larger employers' career sites, and each one I visited included a section for a covering note or letter of some kind. As an ex-recruiter, I’ll confess that we very often sped...

How to overcome interview nerves

08 Jan, 2021

It’s great that you’ve been offered the chance to present yourself in person, but how do you get past the awful nerves? The tips below could help you before, during and even after the big day. Do your research. One of the most common fears relating to interviews is that you will be asked something you can’t answer. The more prepared you are, the less likely this is to happen. Research the company you are interviewing with...

Dos and don’ts for interviews

08 Jan, 2021

Don’t ... ...forget it’s a two-way process While the interviewer is looking to find more about you, the interview is your chance to find out if you would like to work there. We know you may have been searching for a job for a while and that merely having a renewed source of income might be the most crucial thing, but use the interview as an opportunity to ask questions (see below for inspiration). Look around at the premises on the...

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