9 September 2010

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After so many years it was daunting to be out of the job market but PCS helped me gain confidence to begin my job search.

Susan Alexander
CEO, Bristol

Career management is worthwhile in all respects, to prepare for major changes in your career.

Alasdair McKinnon
Managing Director

I am really pleased as this is as close to my ideal job as makes no difference.

Steven Manning
Benefited from Career Management services in Leeds

I appreciate all the support you gave me whilst I battled with the personal challenge in hand.

Andrew King
Benefited from career management services in Leeds

I never really understood the unadvertised job market but the PCS marketing strategies made it all clear.

Phillip Thompson
Following career management services

I never thought career management could yield such positive and exciting results.

Brian Hirst
Sought Executive Career Advice in Manchester

I’ve enjoyed working with you and appreciated your balanced contribution to my search.

Richard Evans
Following a PCS Career Management Programme

The expertise and knowledge my dedicated consultant passed on to me helped tremendously during these troublesome times.

David Mcloughlin
Sales Director

The support I received enabled me to stay focused, motivated and determined to succeed.

Michael Chambers
Landed a new role following redundancy

You have been inspirational and motivational to me when the last thing I was feeling was motivated!

Ann Charlesworth
Sales Director, Cardiff

Your help has been not only practical but I felt supported throughout the process.

John Stewart
Used PCS's Executive Services in Cambridge

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23rd October 2009 - How to Move Your Career in the Right Direction
If you’re facing unemployment or have been unemployed for a number of months it’s important not to get despondent. Although immediate prospects may seem to have dried up it’s important to recognise that your time isn’t up.

Probably now more than ever you have to do careful research into the companies you’re applying for. It may seem this course of action is a luxury from a more prosperous time, however, making sure you’re the right match for both the company and the role will give you greater confidence which will, in turn, reflect well in interview. Remember, the interview panel is just as anxious about filling the role as you are about finding your next position. You’re more likely to succeed if both parties are moving in the same direction.

It may seem as though you should apply en masse for jobs, sending off your CV to whoever and for whatever with the philosophy that quantity is greater than quality. Just because times are tough doesn’t mean you can forget the basic rules.

Keep these things in mind when applying for your next role:
· Do I agree with the ethos of the company?
· Does the position advertised match my skill set?
· Do I have to make compromises I’m not willing to make?

What if you want to work for a certain company but a position that matches you is not being advertised? Do not let this get you down. If they’re recruiting for anything it means they have money to recruit! Don’t hesitate in contacting them directly because if you feel positive about that company then, chances are, they’ll feel similarly about you. As budgets tighten those companies hiring want to make sure they are getting the perfect candidate.

This task can seem daunting, especially if you’ve been in your position for a number of years. The important thing is to stay positive and focused. A career coach can help you manage your time and resources to their full potential and hold invaluable advice to help you kick-start your career again. You don’t have to tackle unemployment on your own – there is help and advice out there.

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