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Here are 6 points to consider when reflecting on your career path between Christmas & New Year.... 1. Job satisfaction - How much do you enjoy your day-to-day work responsibilities and duties? Are you intellectually stimulated and engaged? Do you look forward to going to work most days? Assessing your job satisfaction can help determine if you're in the right career. 2. Work-life balance - Does your career allow you to achieve a healthy balance between your professional and personal life? Or does work dominate most of your time and energy? Pay attention to signs of work-life imbalance like feeling drained or having little time for non-work activities. 3. Growth opportunities - Does your current career path offer opportunities for advancement and developing new skills over time? Or do you feel stuck in the same role with limited potential for growth? Examine if there's room for progression. 4. Compensation and benefits - Are you earning a salary and benefits package commensurate with your experience, capabilities, and contribution? Benchmark against industry/occupation averages to assess if you're being properly compensated. 5. Alignment with values/interests - Does your day-to-day work align with your broader values, passions, and interests? We spend a lot of time working, so a career that reflects what's important to you can be more fulfilling. 6. Work environment - Do you work with nice, supportive colleagues in a positive and professionally-stimulating work culture? The people and atmosphere can hugely impact your job happiness and success. If you would like to discuss any of these points above please do reach out 😃 #careergrowth #careerdevelopment #careercoach #coaching

🎉 Happy Labor Day to all the hardworking jobseekers and employees out there! 🎉 Today, as we celebrate the contributions of workers everywhere, let's take a moment to reflect on the value of our dedication and perseverance. Whether you're actively seeking employment or already part of a team, your efforts are vital to driving progress and success in our workplaces and communities. For jobseekers: Use this day to reaffirm your commitment to your career goals. Take a moment to update your resume, polish your LinkedIn profile, and explore new opportunities that align with your passions and skills. Remember, every setback is an opportunity to grow, and every application is a step closer to your dream job. For employees: Take this opportunity to acknowledge your hard work and dedication. Your contributions make a difference every day, and your commitment is truly appreciated. Use today to recharge, reflect on your accomplishments, and set new goals to continue thriving in your career journey. As we celebrate Labor Day, let's also remember the importance of work-life balance and self-care. Take time to relax, spend quality moments with loved ones, and recharge your batteries for the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead. Wishing you all a joyful and rejuvenating Labor Day! Remember, your hard work fuels progress and innovation, and you deserve to celebrate your achievements today and every day. 🚀 #LaborDay #JobSeekers #Employees #CareerSuccess

Mid-Summer Reflection ☀️ As we are in the middle of the summer, and finally getting a bit of sun here in Amsterdam 🎉, I wanted to share some thoughts about IT recruitment during summer time. Processes are slowing down; clients are taking more time with feedback due to holidays, and candidates are often out on vacation. But honestly, I kind of love it! I found that this give me a chance to connect on a more personal level. With everyone a bit more relaxed, conversations shift from the usual rush to chatting about family plans and dream holiday spots. It's a great reminder that recruitment is all about building real relationships. How are you finding this summer slowdown? Are you enjoying the more relaxed pace, or do you miss the hustle? Share your thoughts and summer plans below! Enjoy the sunshine, and let's make the most of these relaxed summer connections! #ITRecruiting #SummerVibes #WorkLifeBalance #RecruiterLife

Exciting news! As we reach week 15 of our move to Scotland, my amazing husband, after more than 15 years of being self-employed, applied for a job, went for an interview, and on Friday, landed an incredible position! He even gave me the green light to pursue my dream job as a full-time stay-at-home dog mum! 🐾 As tempting as that sounds, stepping away from the workforce feels a bit daunting. So, I started thinking: what if I created an “essential list” for my next role? One that truly aligns with my values and working style. Here’s what I came up with: ⭐️Remote work ⭐️Neurodiverse-friendly environment ⭐️Part-time with flexibility ⭐️Purpose-driven ❤️A kind and collaborative team culture ⭐️People-first, whether it’s customers, service users, or colleagues ⭐️Authentic commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion ⭐️Salary flexible—it’s about finding the right role and the company! Is this too much to ask? If so, maybe a few more dogs are in my future! I’d love to hear if any of this resonates with others in their job search or workplace. Picture of Mr Darcy who is happy either way as long as I am home to provide treats. #JobSearch #RemoteWork #ED&I #Neurodiversity #PurposeDriven #WorkCulture #PartTimeJobs #CareerAlignment

Do you remember your first week at a new job? How nerve-wracking it was to step into a completely new environment, meet completely new people, and work in a completely new way? I remember mine. I remember my boss introducing me at a large meeting and saying it was my second day, and the collective "Awww" and empathetic smiles that went through my new colleagues like a Mexican wave at a football game. We were all new once, and no matter the role, seniority or industry, there's no denying that the first week at a job is a difficult time. Here are some great practices I've learnt at my current job, that you can use to help a new hire fit in: 1. The lunch buddy One thing that stood out here was my team always looking for a lunch buddy for me when I was new. Even if they could not have lunch with me, they would find someone who could. This was great as I was always meeting new people and establishing new networks, a must in any new environment. 2. A little help here? If you're going for some activity and you see the new hire sitting alone, go sit with them or invite them to join you, even if they're not part of your team. If you see them struggling with something, take the time to explain how it works. I remember people from other departments seeing me struggling with the coffee machine and helping me out, and it gave me a huge confidence boost knowing that people were looking out for me. 3. Have you met... These magical three words make organizations smaller. Whenever I'm speaking to a new hire and someone I know is nearby, I always ask them if they have met this person. If not, I introduce them. Sometimes, I add additional context to help them connect, for example I may say "He works with dashboards as well" and that little bit of an ice breaker often establishes a great connection. ============================= What have you done in your workplace or seen someone doing that make it more welcoming for new hires? Comment down below! #diversity #inclusion #newhires

📊🗓️ Imagine a world where weekends start on Thursday! What impact could this have on your career choices? Let's explore together. 🚀 Dear Network, I am reaching out to you, specifically those born in 1995 and after, as I need your valuable insights for my Master's Thesis in Business & Administration at Universidad Pontificia Comillas. 🎓📚 The thesis, entitled "Influence of the possibility of having a 4 days' work week on the job selection among highly educated members of Generation Z", aims to understand how a reduced work week could shape the career decisions of our generation. 🌐💼 Would a 4-day work week make a job more attractive? Would you prioritize work-life balance over other job aspects? These are some of the questions I'm seeking to answer. 🔍 I invite you to participate in a short questionnaire that will help shed light on these issues. Your responses will be invaluable in contributing to this research and shaping the future of work. 🖊️📊 Click on the link below to start the survey. It should take no more than 15 minutes of your time. ⏰ https://lnkd.in/g7EeRyrJ Thank you in advance for your time and contribution. Let's help shape the future of work together! 🙌🔮 #4DayWorkWeek #4DWW #GenZ #GenerationZ #WorkLifeBalance #FutureOfWork #MasterThesis #Research #Survey #JoinTheDiscussion

Our workplace experiences are greatly influenced by the companies we work for and the teams we collaborate with. Considering that we often spend a significant portion of our time with our colleagues, finding the right team dynamic is crucial for our overall well-being and job satisfaction. With that in mind, we wrap up our discussion with a light-hearted yet revealing question: “Who among us has the worst office habit?” We hope you've found these insights into our career journeys enlightening. You can view the full round table at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dDsbDKTc #NationalCareersWeek #CareerJourney #AitkenTurnbullArchitects

𝕄𝕖𝕕𝕚𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕠𝕟 𝕞𝕪 𝕎𝕖𝕖𝕜! 🎗 🎗 🎗 This week has been dynamic and thrilling, navigating through a 20-day Linkedin optimization course #20daylinkedinchallengewithhaoma aimed at enhancing my professional visibility. I am so thankful for joining this course as I'm loving the quality of amazing people I have been interacting with and the level of knowledge that has been passed across so far. Simultaneously, I was engaged in the recruitment process for the position of Regional sales Manager for East region at Ralphones Pharmaceuticals Company Ltd. Sadly, we had to dismiss a first-line manager on the ground of gross misconduct. The week also demanded a diverse skill set as I had to handle a lot of tasks from preparing payroll to planning the administrative activities of our strategy meeting at WILAN Global Organization where we charted out an action plan for 2024. Each experience has contributed to my growth, both in personal branding and strategic decision-making. I am finally ending this week at Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel to unwind, relax, and get ready for another week. Just like the popular saying; we move! 𝔸𝕟𝕠𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕖𝕩𝕔𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕞𝕠𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕞𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕜 𝕚𝕤 𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕀 𝕗𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕝𝕝𝕪 𝕤𝕖𝕔𝕦𝕣𝕖𝕕 𝕒𝕟𝕠𝕥𝕙𝕖𝕣 𝕒𝕡𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥 𝕚𝕟 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕒𝕣𝕥 𝕠𝕗 𝕃𝕒𝕘𝕠𝕤. 𝕀𝕥 𝕨𝕒𝕤 𝕢𝕦𝕚𝕥𝕖 𝕒 𝕤𝕥𝕣𝕦𝕘𝕘𝕝𝕖. 𝕀 𝕒𝕞 𝕤𝕦𝕣𝕖 𝕒 𝕝𝕠𝕥 𝕠𝕗 𝕃𝕒𝕘𝕠𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟𝕤 𝕔𝕒𝕟 𝕣𝕖𝕝𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤. 😂 I'm curious to know how your week went. I would hear about it. What was the most special moment for you this week? 𝒫.𝒮. 𝐹𝑜𝓇 𝓉𝒽𝑜𝓈𝑒 𝒿𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝒿𝑜𝒾𝓃𝒾𝓃𝑔, 𝐼 𝒶𝓂 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇 𝒶𝓂𝒾𝒶𝒷𝓁𝑒 𝐻𝑅 𝓅𝑒𝓇𝓈𝑜𝓃𝓃𝑒𝓁 𝒥𝓊𝓂𝒶𝒾 𝒵𝒶𝒾𝓃𝒶𝒷 𝒜𝓁𝓁𝒾 #linkedinconnections #LinkedInHighlights #professionaldevelopment #professionalbranding #professionalgrowth #professionaljourney #goalsachieved #hrcommunity #hrconsulting #hrcareers #hrgeneralist #hradministration #hrinsights #hrhiring

Should you take the in-house job? At MAM Gruppe, when speaking to data & AI professionals across Germany about moving from consulting to in-house, there’s usually a point in the process where we talk about some of the pros and cons of each. If you or someone you know is thinking about making the switch this list might help. Pros for going in-house: 1. Improved work life balance. 2. Longer term view as opposed to going from project to project every few months. 3. Potentially higher impact potential. 4. Stability. There is usually a clearer picture of what the next 6-12 months will look like. Cons for going in-house: 1. Potentially less variety on projects as compared to consulting. (This doesn’t have to be the case, it really depends on the role). 2. Career progression can be slower. (On the reverse, if your goal is to be a leader in the future, companies will always prioritize people who are already there for internal promotion. Therefore, a good strategy can be to join a company as a team member and grow into a leadership role as opportunities arise. You will usually be first in line before the external applicants). If you’re interested to discuss moving from consultancy towards in-house drop me a note or mail at matthew.miles@mamgruppe.com and let’s talk! Jake Miller-Chapman Max Sanders Connor Beale Tom Morrison Charles Gil

🌟 Considering Your Career? Here's Why Staying with your Employer Matters! 🌟 Dear LinkedIn Family, As we navigate our professional journeys, it's essential to reflect on the paths we've chosen. Today, I want to share why staying with your employer is not just a decision but an investment in your future: 1️⃣ Valued: At work, you are more than just an employee; you are a valued member of a dynamic team. Your contributions, ideas, and hard work are acknowledged and appreciated every step of the way. 2️⃣ Learning & Growing: Here, the learning never stops. From innovative projects to skill-building workshops, employers offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth. Every challenge is a chance to elevate your expertise and expand your horizons. 3️⃣ Financial & Professional Growth: Your success is their success. With competitive compensation packages and avenues for advancement, your employer ensures that your financial and professional goals are within reach. 4️⃣ Contribution to Company Growth: Together, we are building something extraordinary. Your dedication and passion contribute directly to the growth and success of your company. Every idea, and every effort, fuels our collective journey toward excellence. 5️⃣ Passion & Enjoyment: Above all, your passion for what you do is celebrated. Your employer is not just a workplace; it's a community of like-minded individuals who share a common goal. Your enthusiasm and joy for your work create an inspiring environment for everyone. If you find that any of these aspects are missing from your current experience, it's essential to pause, reflect, and consider your next steps. Whether it's initiating a conversation with your manager, seeking new opportunities within the company, or exploring external options, remember that your career path is yours to shape. Together, let's continue to strive for excellence, embrace growth, and create meaningful impact within your current employer and beyond. #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #EmployeeEngagement #CompanyCulture #CareerReflections Looking forward to your thoughts and experiences!