The Great Work Debate: Finding Your Fit in an Office, Hybrid, or Remote World.
It feels like a constant tug-of-war, doesn’t it? One minute, we were all adapting to a new world of remote work. The next, headlines are filled with the ‘Great Return to the Office’, as more and more organisations are asking their teams to increase their days on-site. This isn’t just a simple discussion about logistics. […]
Stop Leaving Money on the Table: A Professional’s Guide to Negotiating Your Worth.
It’s a conversation I have almost every week. A client, let’s call him Mark, will sit across from me and flawlessly detail how he navigated a complex project at a large corporate firm. He’ll talk about managing difficult stakeholders, mitigating critical risks, and delivering ahead of schedule. His capability is immense. It’s undeniable. Then, he’ll […]
How Much Does a Stagnant Career Actually Cost You?
That feeling of being stuck is heavy, isn’t it? The dread that creeps in on a Sunday evening. The mental exhaustion of just going through the motions in a role that no longer fits. I speak to people from all sorts of professional backgrounds every single day who feel this way. It’s a tough situation, […]
Real Conversations, Real Career Trends: 10 Insights & Recommendations from This Summer
One of the greatest privileges of my work is speaking with people every day. These are not just client meetings; they are honest, human conversations about careers, ambitions, and the very real challenges people are facing. This experience gives me a unique perspective, a finger held firmly on the pulse of what is really happening […]
The Most In-Demand Skill for 2025 Isn’t What You Think
I see it every week. A talented, experienced professional sits across from me, their CV in hand, and tells me they feel obsolete. They’re worried they haven’t mastered the latest AI platform. They feel their knowledge of a certain software is becoming dated. They’re convinced they need another certification to stay relevant. It’s a conversation […]
Let’s bust some myths about what ATS is doing with your job applications
We’ve all been there, haven’t we? You spend ages crafting what you think is a brilliant CV, hit “send” on that job application, and then… crickets. It’s incredibly frustrating, and often, the silent culprit is how your application is first interpreted by technology. This is where ATS software comes in. ATS isn’t a villain; it’s […]
I’m genuinely worried about the use of AI in job applications…
This isn’t a rant about how terrible AI is. Absolutely not. In fact, I’m a massive fan. I use AI daily. I barely “Google” anything anymore; I “Gemini” it. And I wholeheartedly, unashamedly use it in my work with clients. When AI is used properly, it actually makes me better at what I do, and […]
The Robots Aren’t Coming For Your Job, But They Are Changing It: Here’s How
The Robots Aren’t Coming For Your Job, But They Are Changing It: Here’s How The world of work is shifting on its axis. Roles that have existed for decades are evolving, and new ones are emerging at a pace we’ve never seen before. At the heart of this transformation are skills. They are the currency […]
Do You Feel Like You’re at Risk of Redundancy? You’re Not Alone
Tony McBride 03/03/2025 Do You Feel Like You’re at Risk of Redundancy? You’re Not Alone That knot in your stomach, the persistent worry, the feeling that something’s not quite right at work – It’s a familiar feeling for many right now. If you’re sensing that redundancy might be looming, you’re not alone. Across industries, from […]
Navigating the Job Market in 2025: Challenges, Trends, and Predictions
Tony McBride 27/01/2025 Navigating the Job Market in 2025: Challenges, Trends, and Predictions Share : The job market in 2025 is undeniably complex, characterised by both growth and difficulty. While there are opportunities in certain sectors, many job seekers face significant hurdles such as heightened competition, slower recruiter responses, and an overall sense of frustration. […]