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Who will be hardest hit by the recession?
Ethnic minorities, young adults and poorly qualified will be the hardest hit by recession job losses, but women and disabled people are relatively unaffected.
Stressful decisions
We often deliberate the pros and cons of our choices before making a final decision. A new study suggests that cognitive stress, such as distraction, can influence this logical approach to decision making.
Accountancy opportunities
The recruitment, development and retention of finance professionals is a growing challenge for organisations as the accounting profession is changing rapidly.
Who benefits?
The proportion of working age adults receiving safety net social security benefits has halved since the early 1990s. So who is receiving?
Interview tips
Nervous jobseekers need to prepare for two hidden interview hurdles: the first and last three minutes, says a communication coach.
Gender equality
Both women and men have been hit by job losses in the downturn, however, women face a higher risk of not being re-employed and continue to be in a generally weaker position in the labour market.
Exercise for a higher IQ
Young adults who are fit have a higher IQ and are more likely to go on to university, reveals a major new study.
Career goals
A new study shows just what it takes to convince a person that he or she isn't qualified to achieve the career of their dreams.
Workplace bullying
Current economic pressures are creating previously unseen levels of anxiety within organisations, resulting in highly stressful working environments and encouraging increased negative behaviour.
Trader tips
Researchers have identified a group of traders consistently able to outperform the market, even during the credit crisis.
Opportunities at Aviva
Aviva offers many training schemes and career opportunities in the finance sector. Find out more at various events and fairs across the UK.
Age discrimination
In recognition of UK Older Peoples day, a University of Essex researcher has spoken out about the ongoing problem of age discrimination in the workplace.
Customer service study
A Nigerian student at Leeds University Business School is celebrating after winning a prize for her study on how the relationship between customers and bank tellers in her home country influences the service offered.
Business risk forecast
Control Risks, one of the world's leading business risk consultancies, today launches RiskMap 2010 - its annual review and forecast of business risk for the year ahead.
Managing money
Why are so many students deep in debt before they finish college, only to take on more debt as they begin their careers? Are parents to blame ?
Inflation illusion
What would you prefer: a 3% wage rise at 5% inflation? Or a 2% wage-cut with stable prices? Is this a money illusion?
How to get the best Pound to Euro rates
Are you considering either moving or working abroad? Find out how to transfer both small and large quantities of currency at the best rates.
Tackling workplace stress
UNISON, the UK's largest public sector union, has accused employers of "burying their heads in the sand," instead of tackling stress, anxiety and depression in the workplace.
Credit crunch bites into fashion firms
The number of UK clothing, fashion and cosmetic retailers going into administration rose 21% in the first half of 2008 as the credit crunch crimped consumer spending.
Pay restraint to ease inflation
Alistair Darling called for pay awards to be kept in check to ensure they did not add to inflationary pressure in the UK economy.
hungryhouse.co.uk makes Peter Jones think twice
With over 1,650 restaurants on its books and having recently won a coveted BT Essence of the Entrepreneur Award, hungryhouse.co.uk aspires to be the number one takeaway delivery website in the UK.
Stuck with Barack Obama
Over 40% of the British population would choose Barack Obama as their desert island companion, according to research.
Workplace literacy schemes
The government's Skills for Life initiative has not significantly improved literacy or the economic performance of participating companies, despite what policymakers believe.
Tips for changing careers
Changing career is a big decision and should not be taken in haste. Whether you want a better paying job or career satisfaction, there are several points to consider.
