You’ve considered a move into the world of startups but it can often be difficult to understand what working for a startup really entails. When people think about startups it’s usually in relation to the perks: the table tennis tournaments, the free alcohol or crazy team building activities. It’s one of the bonuses of working for startups but regardless of the company, startups can be very hard work and there’s no where to hide when it comes to working hard. In fact, 23% of startups fail due to poor recruitment decisions. That’s why it’s paramount that you pick a startup that fits your interests and personality.
If you’ve left university recently, then you are probably on the hunt for a graduate job. The first step involves writing a brand new CV.
Kitty Harris
November 24, 2017
6 min read
Use the free time you have at university wisely, be structured in your approach to learning and try to be as balanced as possible in everything you do and you’ll set yourself up for an easier transition into work life as a graduate.
Kitty Harris
November 14, 2017
8 min read
Today’s job market is expanding and new job opportunities are opening across all sectors. The esports industry is a great example of an emerging market.
Kitty Harris
November 6, 2017
2 min read
It isn’t easy to cultivate an environment that entices employees to become brand ambassadors, but it can be done, via a few easy tweaks to your culture.
Kitty Harris
November 3, 2017
6 min read
We can’t stress it enough – lunch in Clerkenwell and Farringdon is an endless array of delicious cuisines just waiting to be sampled by you and yours.
Kitty Harris
October 23, 2017
5 min read
If you are sitting there reading this with a degree in mathematics under your belt and no idea what to do next, stop worrying. You are well-equipped to take on a multitude of different roles, even if everything feels bit uncertain right now.
Kitty Harris
October 16, 2017
18 min read
Have you just finished your PhD and looking to start your career, but don’t know which jobs to go for? You DO know that you don’t want to do a Post-Doc? Then I might have some advice for you!
Kitty Harris
October 12, 2017
8 min read
Internships can be a great way for startups to work with talented students or graduates. Interns and employers have popularised the practice because it affords both sides an opportunity to get a feel for one another on a short-term basis.
Kitty Harris
October 3, 2017
6 min read
September is here and with it has come gold leaves, chilly breezes and a whole new season of excitement in London. Embrace autumn!
Kitty Harris
September 25, 2017
6 min read
Don’t be disheartened if you feel lost after graduation. It happens to everyone and is perfectly understandable. The thing to remember is that optimism and positivity are what you should focus on and aim towards every day.
Kitty Harris
September 19, 2017
6 min read
Choosing between getting a 'proper job' or travelling can cause many sleepless nights for millennials. There are pros and cons to both options, and they often depend on your circumstances. Nobody can tell you what the right answer is – that is up to you.
Kitty Harris
September 13, 2017
5 min read
When you are at university you don’t know how many jobs there are in the world. Most graduates aren’t aware of the complexity of the industries that exist outside the universities, and the range of careers that psychology graduates are perfect for.
Kitty Harris
September 13, 2017
18 min read