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#LearnMoreAboutColmore Over the coming weeks, we will be giving you an insight into #ColmoreEducation 's Team! We hope you enjoy getting to know who we are and why we do what we do! First up... Tony Brookes Job Title: Managing Director Years in Recruitment: 15+ years Specialism: Being able to find the worst songs imaginable and annoy the entire office within 7.5 seconds of arriving. 1. What main qualities do you hold that fits with our Colmore Values? 'Commitment- I have invested everything to ensure the business is successful and I am completely committed to ensure our team are happy and the best of their abilities!' 2. What are you most proud of personally & professionally? 'Personally- my children. They are my pride and joy, and the reason I do everything I do! Professionally- taking a huge risk and creating this great business.' 3. How would spend your last day on earth? 'I would face my fears and swim with sharks, followed by a meal spent with my family in Barbados.' 4. What's the best part of your job? 'Our brilliant team!' 5. Who is your guilty pleasure? 'Priti Patel.' #recruitment #educationrecruitment

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Here's a good one: a rare opportunity to work for an organisation with a global brand, extraordinary content, enormous potential, and huge ambition - but has done very little fundraising in recent years so this really is a blank canvas!   The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is the oldest heritage conservation charity in the UK. It cares for the world’s greatest Shakespeare heritage sites and the world’s largest Shakespeare-related museum and archives, a Designated Collection of international importance.   Essential experience & skills (with apologies to WS and Hamlet): ·   noble in reason ·   infinite in faculties ·   in form and moving: express and admirable ·   in action: like an angel ·   in apprehension: like a god   Get in touch if you'd like to find out more.

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Why You Should (or Shouldn’t) Consider a Job in the Museum World Thinking about a museum career? Here's a quick look at the pros and cons. Pros 1. **Access to Unique Collections**: Work with incredible artifacts and art daily. 2. **Continuous Learning**: Always expanding your knowledge without student loans. 3. **Job Satisfaction**: Contribute to preserving history and educating the public. 4. **Professional Networking**: Connect with passionate experts and build a supportive community. 5. **Creative Environment**: Engage in dynamic projects and innovative exhibits. Cons 1. **Low Pay**: Not known for high salaries; passion is a must. 2. **Limited Advancement**: Fewer opportunities for quick career progression. 3. **Resource Constraints**: Often work with tight budgets, requiring creativity. 4. **Diverse Audiences**: Cater to varied visitor needs, demanding adaptability. 5. **Bureaucracy**: Navigate administrative hurdles and funding challenges. A museum career offers fascinating experiences and educational opportunities but comes with challenges like low pay and limited advancement. If you're passionate about history and education, it's a rewarding path despite the hurdles.

Interested in relocating to Manchester? 🐝 Last Friday, I ventured over to 20 stories after work for a few drinks. As most of you know, the view from the bathroom is insane... It really made me feel super lucky to be here. (Note to self: must improve my photography skills!) If you're contemplating a relocation or simply curious about life in this vibrant city, here are a few reasons why I love Manchester... 🍽️ Food and nightlife (obviously): In summer, my personal favourite thing to do is go to Dukes 92 on a Friday or venture around Deansgate for a night out. 💁🏻♀️The People: Northerners are just nicer (Fact) 🏠 Rental market: Manchester is significantly cheaper than London! Although it has gone up in recent years, it still beats everywhere else and if your lucky you get a pool and gym in your building. 🚇Transport: You can literally get anywhere in about 30 minutes without having a car. 💼 Job opportunities: I know this might seem bias coming from a recruiter but it is a key location within the UK with many international and highly successful companies having chosen Manchester as their headquarters and the number of businesses here having rapidly expanded over recent years. As a Manchester-based company, If you are interested in a role, but aren't based in Manchester, id be happy to provide more insights support you with the process. 📩📩📩Drop me a message #manchester #manchesterrelocation #manchesterjobopportunities

🌟 Achievements are undoubtedly important milestones in our journey, but they don't define our essence. 💼 As we navigate our careers, it's crucial to remember that our true worth extends beyond the accolades and accomplishments we accumulate. 🌱 Our character, values, and resilience are the foundations of who we are. When career goals are the only source of fulfillment the soul can suffer. 🌟 Olvera Street in LA is a vibrant tapestry of culture, history, and community. It’s a place where many cultures converge, weaving together their traditions, flavors, and stories to create a vibrant tapestry that defines the city. 🌱 Just as Olvera Street embodies the harmonious coexistence of diverse communities, we thrive when we embrace the richness of different perspectives and backgrounds through human experiences. 🌱 Let's embrace our uniqueness and celebrate our achievements while honoring the depth of our individuality and the richness of experiencing life. 💼 Olvera Street is more than its colorful storefronts and bustling market stalls, we too are greater than our achievements alone. Our personal narratives weave together humanity’s story. #Fulfillment #PersonalGrowth #OlveraStreetLA #CareerJourney #HumanExperience #Achievements #FreelancerLife #CareerGoals

How do you find out about groups or activities to get involved with in your town? For most of us, it usually takes a bit of chance. Your friend may encourage you to join a group that she’s a member of. You may see a flyer that catches your eye in a coffee shop or library. You may hear about something that piques your interest on the news or social media. You may walk by a house of worship or club and decide to go inside. These chance encounters are essential to the beautiful, organic spontaneity of civic life in our communities. But we cannot rely on chance alone to regenerate the civic life that has withered in so many places. Structure is also necessary. Cities and towns need a way to both activate community groups to recruit new members and encourage residents to become involved. Fortunately, there’s a tried and true method to spur this type of community participation: the activities fair. Check out Sam's case for why every town should host an activities fair in this week's edition of Connective Tissue. https://lnkd.in/eDABWRVc

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🗣️STORY TIME 🗣️ When I first asked how to stand out as an applicant in 2022, I was encouraged to get a masters in museum studies. It’s a common sugestion when someone gives advice and I get it because logically it makes sense… right? 🤔 So that was plan for while… to save up and go for a masters. But it became impossible in entry level positions because it is extremely difficult in this economy to afford both school and living expenses. So I figured I would just double down and maybe try just being exposed to as much as I could in a year at a museum. When working as a Visitor Service Associate (entry level customer service position) I worked alongside colleagues who went to Yale, Boston University, or had years of experience in museums… all with advanced degrees. I watched as passionate people made opportunities for themselves, compromise on initial goals by being open, and even sometimes explore new careers. I also watched people openly describe the struggle that can come with selecting jobs in this pay bracket, the pain of endless interviews with dead ends, and feeling like there dreams were on hold. This experience really changed me. After all the reviewing of programs and considering all my options, getting a masters would bring me closer to a job but starting salaries for most positions are like Alli says, 30k to 50k a year. How would I be able to pay off a degree program like that if that was my salary? It made me wonder if it was even worth it. In one of my last interviews this past spring, I shared why I would apply to a smaller museum when I work for a globally recognized institution. It was simple really, I wanted an opportunity in exchange for real experience because I couldn’t afford a masters. This experience could mean real movement in my career and if I was lucky at the end of my contract I could gain employment in something that would allow me to attend school because I could then… finally… afford the risk. Museums are full of passionate people that want to grow and want to succeed. More and more people want to be a part of this industry and it’s inspiring. Recently with the news that art history majors face the HIGHEST unemployment rate it is often confusing to me why there are so many masters programs popping up for museum studies…. and why it’s a requirement to have a masters on applications even though the salary does not support those who are carrying high level debt from their schooling. I’m seeing hope all the time despite this. I look around and see amazing people mid career going back to get advanced degrees. I witness strong people with out degrees in our field bringing in outside knowledge which create new solutions. I share in my friends describing how they set boundaries and won’t settle for in equitable pay even if it’s a major museum. These experiences generate conversations about what we want the future of museums to be and I love it. A change is coming to this! I can feel it. Thanks Alli.❤️