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Job-hop, skip, trip
Career Coaching & Guidance

Job-hop, skip, trip

Moving jobs gives an employee the opportunity to explore new prospects, which in turn can lead to further career development and perhaps an upgrade in title, salary and benefits, writes Walter Ellicott.

Get hunting early
Career Coaching & Guidance

Get hunting early

We are sometimes asked when is a good time to start to look for a job, writes Walter Ellicott.

Ace your appraisal
Career Coaching & Guidance

Ace your appraisal

Some employees feel that the only way they can improve their employment standing is by seeking offers from other companies, writes Walter Ellicott.

Triumph over trial
Career Coaching & Guidance

Triumph over trial

Most permanent jobs will involve an official probationary period, writes Walter Ellicott.

A notice of intent
Career Coaching & Guidance

A notice of intent

Upon securing a new position, it is likely you will still have to serve a notice period with your current employer, writes Walter Ellicott.

Post-offer pointers
Career Coaching & Guidance

Post-offer pointers

Congratulations, you’ve been offered a new job! While the bulk of the hard work of applying and interviewing is behind you, a few crucial steps remain before everything is signed and sealed, writes Walter Ellicott.

Follow-up is vital
Career Coaching & Guidance

Follow-up is vital

The business of following up after a job interview should begin before you leave the interview, by asking the company when they expect to make a hiring decision, writes Walter Ellicott.

Get a good payday
Career Coaching & Guidance

Get a good payday

Salary is a critical factor in an employee’s decision when they move position, writes Walter Ellicott.

The interview day
Career Coaching & Guidance

The interview day

It’s true you should polish your shoes on the day of your interview, but what other basic elements should you consider?