"Just wanted to send you a thank you email, for telling me about the Kickstart Scheme. I have now been working in a Kickstart placement for 2 weeks now. So just wanted to thank you for telling me about it otherwise I wouldn't be in my job now." (Jennifer)
"The interview practice was great, you were very confident which showed me you were experienced and knew exactly what you were doing. Being very specific with what needed to be changed helped me realise my strengths and weaknesses and you made sure I understood everything you were explaining. Giving me examples of what they would expect made me reflect on what I have done and how it would benefit the interview.
The interview practice has helped me very much with my preparation for the interview and I feel a lot more confident with the interview process now we have had that practice."
(Cameron - Interview preparation for electrical apprenticeship)
"Russ couldn’t have surfaced at a better time. My cleaning business had temporarily shut shop due to COVID-19 and had advertised his assistance on social media. From our first initial connection, he was polite, helpful and so easy to talk too. He listened to everything I had to take into consideration, equally wanted to take into account what jobs I could see myself doing at this unusual time, plus, he had the most useful advice to freshen and make my CV work for me. I never felt rushed or that I was time-consuming. I couldn’t have been more appreciative and impressed by the nougat time and help he gave me! Thanks." (Natalie)
Curriculum VitaeBuilding or tweaking your CV or adapting it to a particular job role or sector. We can explore both functional and chronological cv’s depending on the key information you want to get across to an employer.
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Career GuidanceTime for change? Reviewing your transferable skills, interests and exploring potential avenues for your abilities can be a worthwhile and refreshing process. We can look at ideas you have and explore how you could prepare for a new job.
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Job HuntingJob Hunting - We can look at how you are applying for jobs, your approach, the platforms you are using and how you might be more effective in your activities.
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Social Media ProfileNeed help with registering or improving your social media profile? We can support you with reviewing or creating your social media presence and discuss strategies to connect you with potential employers.
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Self EmployentThere are a whole range of challenges in going self- employed and we can look at your business idea and provide advice and support on this going forward. We also have a unique network of professionals we can connect you with should you want to get started.
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Skills AnalysisWe can explore your skills and recommend some online tests and review what your core strengths are. This can support your cv build, applications, interviews or transferable qualities for your next job.
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Training and LearningWe can look at both training and learning needs and apprenticeship support as required take into account your current career ideas.
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Work ExperienceWe can explore work experience needs and or voluntary work that might support your ongoing training and development.
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Web DevelopmentWe have developed a range of websites for customers and can either offer advice or assist with the actual build of your website as well as any print or graphic needs you might have.
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FreelancingWe offer advice and tips on how to look at freelancing or getting your first gig as a route to either becoming self employed or adding income into your pocket.
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Interview PracticeWe offer Zoom or Skype calls to review how you approach interviews and offering tips and advice on preparing for that all important meeting with an employer.
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"I met Russ Banner whilst looking for a new career opportunity. A Very personable guy and widely experienced within the Job markets and careers arena. A great people person and He struck me a a very trustworthy credible individual and a complete professional. We met several times and I was impressed by his attitude and expertise." Keith - Sales Manager
'Russ is an expert in the field of career development, offering constructive and insightful advice, which is extremely practical - a true professional with a strong client focus and real desire to help and support others.' Business Transformation Consultant.
"Russ is without doubt a people person who only has the best interests of his clients at heart. He was extremely helpful at our initial meeting and has kept in touch regards my progress in the job market. I really appreciate his guidance and thoughtfulness." Stephen - Health and Safety Manager
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