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We talk to recruiters, tutors and other professionals to find out how to avoid common pitfalls and maximise your potential as you begin your career

Episodes

  1. Careerwise: First impressions

    JAN 16

    Careerwise: First impressions

    In this episode with host Nei Johnsonl, Joanne emphasizes the importance of curiosity, asking questions, and maintaining a professional demeanor. Kevin advises new hires to be open-minded and absorb everything during orientation. Both agree that initial focus should be on soft skills like communication and teamwork rather than technical expertise. They highlight the value of feedback, understanding expectations, and leveraging support networks.

    29 min
  2. A guided meditation

    12/18/2024

    A guided meditation

    In this special podcast, meditation practitioner and wellbeing expert Ciara McGinley, founder of Finding Quiet, takes you on a short, guided meditation. Allow yourself a few minutes to unwind and feel calm in your busy day.

    10 min
  3. Careerwise: Making the most of LinkedIn

    11/29/2024

    Careerwise: Making the most of LinkedIn

    The ACCA Career Wise podcast discusses optimizing LinkedIn profiles, addressing neurodiversity in job applications, and the relevance of cover letters. Caroline Bixby emphasizes filling out LinkedIn profiles completely, including contact details and relevant education, and connecting with relevant professionals. Neville Rose advises aligning LinkedIn with CVs and leveraging recommendations. Both stress the importance of professional photos and avoiding selfies. On neurodiversity, Caroline shares her experience with ADHD and the benefits of disclosing disabilities in supportive workplaces. Cover letters are still valuable, providing a personal touch and showcasing suitability for roles.

    23 min
  4. Careerwise: The secret to CVs

    10/28/2024

    Careerwise: The secret to CVs

    Neil and guests discuss why it's important to emphasise achievements and tailoring CVs to job descriptions, and why using third-person language is a mistake. They stress the importance of avoiding spelling mistakes and using clear, non-acronym-laden language, and highlight the significance of transferable skills and being honest about one's abilities. The conversation also touches on the role of applicant tracking systems and why a short but clear CV is best.

    22 min
  5. Careerwise: The truth behind the AI hype

    09/24/2024

    Careerwise: The truth behind the AI hype

    Careers

    25 min

  6. 07/22/2024

    How to be assertive

    Careers

    9 min

  7. 07/22/2024

    Managing oversensitivity

    Careers

    8 min

  8. 07/22/2024

    How to prioritise

    Careers

    8 min
  9. Careerwise: Getting your foot in the door Part 2

    06/11/2024

    Careerwise: Getting your foot in the door Part 2

    Careers

    16 min
  10. Careerwise: Getting your foot in the door Part 1

    05/22/2024

    Careerwise: Getting your foot in the door Part 1

    In this episode, ACCA Careers editor Neil Johnson chats to recruitment consultants Karen Young, director at Hays and Gareth Cowan, co-founder at Trace Recruitment about getting your foot in the door.

    12 min

  11. 05/05/2023

    ACCA Supporting Young Entrepreneurs

    ACCA is a proud supporter of the Side Hustle, an initiative supporting young entrepreneurs across the country by Your Game Plan. ACCA Member and business owner Cheryl Sharp speaks to previous runner up Alfie, on how the competition has supported him to set up his successful gardening business. If you have any career problems you want solving, please get in touch - email us at studentaccountant@accaglobal.com

  12. 04/12/2023

    Career success

    We speak to ACCA member Sarfraz Nadir to find out about his key steps for career success. You can read articles from Sarfraz here and hereIf you have any career problems you want solving, please get in touch - email us at studentaccountant@accaglobal.com

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We talk to recruiters, tutors and other professionals to find out how to avoid common pitfalls and maximise your potential as you begin your career

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  • Creator
    ACCA careers
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Careers

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