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Actionable careers advice for those seeking guidance in midlife. Whether you are job hunting, requesting more flexibility or looking to turn your career on its head.

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How Does Job Sharing Work?

Job sharing is often given as an example of flexible working that has real advantages for both working parents and their employer. But how does it work in practice and what are the job sharing pros and cons?

Finding A Role After Redundancy

CV expert Emma Alkirwi has some advice if you have been made redundant and are looking at how to find a new job.

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What is a Franchise?

Considering becoming a franchisee? Here is some expert legal advice on what is a franchise and what you need to know

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Q&A: Can My Employer Change My Hours?

One reader asks "Can my employer change my hours?". Employment lawyer Tracy Guest advises.

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Q&A: How Do On Call Rota Laws Work in the UK?

Expert Michelle Morgan advises an employee on their rights with regards 'on call' rotas.

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What Are Your Rights Around Dismissal and ‘Fire and Rehire’ Tactics?

Karen Holden from A City Law Firm outlines your rights if your employer is seeking to fire you and rehire you on worse terms.

Q&A: Regular Overtime Being Cut. What Are My Rights?

HR expert Anna Ives advises an employee on their rights with regards regular overtime.

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How Can I Work For Myself? And Other Questions About Going It Alone

How can I work for myself? How do you take the plunge? We answer common questions about working for yourself…

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How Can You Avoid Age Discrimination on Your CV?

Applying for a new job? Here are ways that you can brush up on your job skills and land the perfect role.

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A Guide to Working For an Umbrella Company

Crawford Temple from Professional Passport outlines the ins and outs of working for an umbrella company, for freelancers.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Flexible Working Hours

Considering flexible working? Or have you received a flexible working request from an employee? Read our comprehensive guide to flexible working hours by employment expert Jane Barclay.

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Flexible Working Request Letter

Do you want to make a flexible working request? If so, you will have to make a formal request in writing. Use our letter template to guide you.

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How to Find Hidden Jobs

Applying for a new job? Here are ways that you can brush up on your job skills and land the perfect role.

Advice for Contractors: Working Through an Umbrella Company

Crawford Temple from Professional Passport provides advice on the issues to consider if you want to work through an umbrella company.

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Jobs for Over-60s: The Power of Your Experience

Looking for a new job in your 60s can be tough, but it can also be exhilarating. It’s a chance for you to try something different, meet other people and unlock a new chapter.

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Jobs for Over-50s: How to Navigate a Career Change

Looking for a career change but not sure how to find a new job in your 50s? Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to take the plunge and find a role you love.

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A Four Step Guide to Changing Career in Your 50s

It’s time for a fresh start. You’ve given everything you can to your current company, and you sure aren't ready to retire, so how do you go about starting a new career?

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Midlife Career Change: Is a Role in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Me?

Entering the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) sector could be a natural career progression for many midlife workers. But is it the right path for you?

Make a Difference in Your Community: A Guide to Working for Charities and Volunteering

According to The National Council for Voluntary Organisations, nearly one in two staff in this sector are over 45, and more than one in four is over 55.

Six Steps to Make The Most of Your LinkedIn Profile

Get ahead on this global business platform. Beat the search algorithms, and raise your profile so that recruiters contact you first