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• 5 CV mistakes to easily avoid

  Friday, February 26th, 2010 Applying for jobs is an arduous process, and competition is fierce (I recently applied for a graduate scheme which had over 800 other applicants). Having a degree is no longer enough to put you ahead of your peers, and a good CV is now more important than ever. So what are the mistakes you can [...]... More »

• 5 ways to make extra cash from your home

  Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 All we need in life is a little bit of love, luck and space. I’m not sure about the first two, but I’m sure most of us enjoy plenty of space. Especially in our homes.... More »

• How to Create an Online Portfolio.

  Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 Creating online portfolio is a great way to sell yourself and hopefuly generate interest in your work and your skills, and is especially relevant if you’re on a design related course,  such as graphic design, interior design, or fashion. However, often the task can be daunting and time consum... More »

• How to Sell on Ebay

  Monday, January 25th, 2010 Consider how likely you are to make a profit when flogging the contents of your room on Ebay... More »

• How to throw a sales party

  Thursday, December 24th, 2009 While I hate to adhere to gender stereotypes, I think it’s safe to say this is probably one for the girls. Though if any guys out there want to explore a niche market, I say go for it.... More »

• Top tips for selling on eBay

  Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 So you’ve been given an array of dubious Christmas presents. You rip the wrapping paper off enthusiastically to reveal The History of Steam Engines on DVD. You smile, you say thank you and at the earliest opportunity get on eBay to see what you might be able to get for it. Here are my tips [..... More »

• Guide to Jewellery Making (Part Two)

  Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 Setting up a local stall can be the best way to market your jewellery... More »

• Guide to Jewellery-Making (Part One)

  Monday, December 14th, 2009 Beading is a fun, cheap and easy way to make a Christmas present ... More »

• Top 5 things to sell at Christmas

  Sunday, December 13th, 2009 Rather than being out of pocket this Christmas, with a dozen more presents to fund, why not try your hand at some homemade crafting and sell your goods? Not only will it do wonders for your festive cheer but it will bring in a few extra pennies to satisfy the gift-list demands of your friends [...]... More »

• How to get into modelling

  Sunday, December 6th, 2009 For many people, modelling as a career is one that would be ideal; who wouldn’t want to get paid to look good?  For those of us blessed with the looks to be able to get into such a form of employment, it’s a tricky and complicated road, but in this article I’ll try to clear [...]... More »

• How to get into the media industry: film and TV

  Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 Experience Experience is vital in getting into the media, whatever you want to do. One way can be joining a local amateur dramatic group. If you want to act, it’s a chance to get some amazing roles, while those who prefer to be behind the scenes can work with lighting, makeup, costumes, or a var... More »

• How To Start Your Own Website (Part Two)

  Saturday, November 7th, 2009 Welcome back to the second part of our guide on how to start your own website. This week we’ll be learning how to market your website, how to make money from it and how to make it grow. Participants are reminded to turn their mobiles off whilst in class, that eating is banned and there [...]... More »

• How to get into: Writing, Journalism and Publishing

  Friday, November 6th, 2009 Writing, Journalism and Publishing are industries that plenty of graduates are seeking jobs in, meaning that the job market can be very competitive with ten capable applicants for every one job, so how do you get your foot in the door? Experience Various sources tend to confirm that experience is ... More »

• 5 twitterers you must follow

  Thursday, November 5th, 2009 Getting into the media in any way has a lot to do with not what you know, but who you know, and twitter as a social media tool has become an excellent way to increase your industry contacts and provide a wealth of opportunities.... More »

• How to get into the media - theatre and music

  Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 Attempting to get into the media industry is a challenge whatever path you choose to take - with thousands of graduates leaving with degrees in the arts, this particular sector of employment is amongst the most competitive. In terms of theatre and music, both performing arts, the specialised nature... More »

• How to start your own bakery

  Sunday, November 1st, 2009 As students, two things you will invariably be doing are looking for ways to make money and cooking for yourself - so why not combine the two and cook for profit? As bizarre as it may sound, baking your own food could be a nice little earner. With bake sales becoming a common aspect of university ... More »

• How To Start Your Own Website (Part 1)

  Saturday, October 31st, 2009 As someone who woke up this morning to find his inbox full with 150 emails, each one of them a piece of spam on his website advertising viagra, I’m fully aware of the time that running a website takes up. If you like the sound of your own opinion though, it can be one of the best ways [...]... More »

• Top 5 Student Business Ideas

  Friday, October 30th, 2009 Wouldn’t it be nice to get some extra money rolling in? If you hate having the boss from hell, why not set up your own business? It’s a great way to earn some cash, and will look great on your CV. Here are business ideas you can pursue one or two days a week, and fit [...]... More »

• How to Set Up A Student Night Club

  Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 Students are worried about debt like never before.  More and more students are opting to stay at home. Only last month, it was suggested that financial worries are the key the to increasing number of students working in the sex trade.... More »

• Five secrets to private tutoring

  Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 Join an organisation... More »

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