European Day of Languages (26 September) – Broaden your horizons, learn a language! Learning a new language takes time and commitment, but offers a rewarding set of advantages to your mental health. Studies show that bilingualism improves memory, organisational skills and performance in other academic areas. The process of learning a new language can also help you to understand your own native language in more depth. Why not take on... Posted: 26 September 2017 at 8:00 am by Alison German
World’s Biggest Coffee Morning – Help us raise money on Monday 25 September! Each year, the world’s biggest coffee morning raises vital money for Macmillan Cancer Support to help people and their families who are facing cancer. Almost everyone will have been affected by cancer – either on a person basis, or via a family member, friend or colleague. Last year alone £29.5 million was raised across the... Posted: 21 September 2017 at 9:33 am by Alison German
How to disagree without being disagreeable… Having disagreements with co-workers is a common part of working life. Heated debates are inevitable when you have many different voices at the table, who each look at the world from a different perspective. But having a disagreement with someone is no excuse to abandon politeness and respect. Refusing to look at something from another... Posted: 21 September 2017 at 9:00 am by Alison German
Health and Fitness Tips of the Month: September Forgiveness When somebody or something makes you unhappy, you have two choices. You can dwell on hurtful events and situations, or you can accept what has happened and focus on moving forward. It’s easy to hold onto resentment, but studies show that forgiveness can lead to a range of health benefits. These include healthier relationships,... Posted: 13 September 2017 at 10:06 am by Alison German
Grammar Day (4 March) – How an English Functional Skills qualification could transform your life! Today is Grammar Day! Roughly 12 percent of the world’s population is considered functionally illiterate, with only basic or below average literacy levels in their native languages. What’s more – 781 million people worldwide cannot read or write at all, including 126 million youth.* Functional illiteracy is not just a problem limited to developing nations.... Posted: 8 September 2017 at 9:00 am by Alison German
International Day of Charity (5 September) – 5 ways to make a difference without donating money International Day of Charity is the natural day to think about how we can support people who are less fortunate. Donating to charity is the most immediate way to help improve life for others, but not everyone has the money to spend. The good news is that money isn’t the only way you can make... Posted: 5 September 2017 at 8:00 am by Alison German
Facebook Tips Roundup – August/September 2017 Join our Facebook page to be the first to hear our latest tips and advice! Interview Tips Attending interviews never seem to get any easier, no matter how many you go to. But this is the opportunity to show the employer what you have to offer, and demonstrate how your skills and experience match the role advertised.... Posted: 4 September 2017 at 9:30 am by Alison German
Got your GCSE results? An apprenticeship could be next! Weighing up your options after receiving your GCSE results can be challenging, especially if your original plan is no longer feasible. If you’re unsure about what to do next, why not consider an apprenticeship? Starting out as an apprentice is a great opportunity to earn money, develop new skills and gain a recognised qualification –... Posted: 24 August 2017 at 8:00 am by Alison German
Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition (23 August) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is intended to raise awareness of the tragedy of the slave trade, and encourage collective consideration of the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of this tragedy. Slavery in Africa existed before the arrival of Europeans; however their arrival transformed the way in... Posted: 23 August 2017 at 8:00 am by Alison German
Find out everything you need to know about studying AAT with us! Find out everything you need to know about studying AAT with us on our virtual Facebook Open Day (15 August, 11am-2pm)! Whether you are just starting out on the road to a successful career in accounting, already working in finance, or looking to gain the skills to change career – gaining a qualification awarded by... Posted: 7 August 2017 at 7:56 am by Alison German