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Career Learning and Development

Posted on 28 May, 2024

In order to remain competitive in the quickly evolving job market of today, when automation and technological breakthroughs have completely changed industries, candidates often now need to keep up with their education and acquire new skills. In the modern workplace, career growth and learning are essential for realising one's potential and succeeding. A person can improve their career prospects, work happiness, and access to new opportunities by devoting time and energy to improving their knowledge and skills. 

Benefits of Continuous Learning for Career Growth

There are several benefits to ongoing professional education. First of all, it makes sure they keep up with the always ev... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: Career Development Continuous Learning Professional Growth Skills Development Lifelong Learning

What’s new in home furnishings and are ruffles coming back in?

Posted on 24 Apr, 2024

The home furnishings market is always changing, with new fashions and trends appearing on the scene each year. People are looking for ways to make their homes cosy and fashionable as they spend more time there. For those of us needing a change, there are countless ways to improve the visual appeal of any area, from furniture to accessories. This post will go over the newest styles in home furniture and the resurgence of ruffles in interior design.

The latest trends in home furnishings

Clean lines and minimalism have gained popularity in recent years. But adding patterns and textures to a space to make it more visually appealing is becoming more and more popular... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: home furnishings ruffles ruffled furnishing furniture design interior design furniture design interior design trends

From Nature to Industry: Exploring the History of Dyeing

Posted on 09 Apr, 2024

An old craft that has been important to our human history is dyeing. Using artificial or natural dyes, dyeing is the process of giving textiles, fibres or other materials colour. The history of dyeing is a monument to human imagination and inventiveness, from the colourful textiles used by ancient civilisations to the highly developed dyeing processes of today.

Ancient dyeing techniques and materials

The history of dyeing dates back thousands of years. In the past, people mad... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: dyeing natural dyes artificial dyes dyeing techniques

How Easter is Celebrated Around the World

Posted on 26 Mar, 2024

Enter a world of vivid hues, elaborate décor and delightful surprises as we set out on a worldwide eggstravaganza to discover the fascinating Easter customs that span across cultural boundaries. Every nation celebrates this happy occasion differently, from the fascinating egg hunts in the United States to the quirky egg rolling here in the UK.

With traditions as varied as the cultures they represent, Easter transforms into a genuinely global festival of life and revitalisation. We wanted to explore the hidden treasures of Easter customs from around the world and what as interesting journey it's been. Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: easter easter customs easter traditions egg hunts

Networking Strategies for Introverts

Posted on 12 Mar, 2024

Do you consider yourself an introvert? Do you often find it challenging to navigate social situations, especially when it comes to networking? If so, you're not alone. Many introverts struggle with the art of networking, but that doesn't mean they can't be successful at it. In fact, introverted people have unique strengths that can be leveraged to create effective networking strategies.

We will look at tried-and-true socialising tactics tailored to introverts in this article. We'll give you helpful advice and strategies to help you succeed in your networking endeavours, from crafting the perfect small chat to creating deep connections. You may overcome your introversion and take full advantage of every interaction opportun... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: introvert networking strategies introversion networking

The Art of Imperfection - Incorporating Japanese Wabi Sabi into Interior Design

Posted on 27 Feb, 2024

Welcome to a world where perfection takes a backseat, and beauty thrives in the unique charm of imperfection. Having recently come across this, we wanted to explore the fascinating philosophy of Wabi Sabi, which celebrates the unfinished, imperfect, and transient, as we go on a creative journey that goes beyond perfect aesthetics.

The Principles of Wabi Sabi in Interior Design

The Japanese aesthetic theory of Wabi Sabi celebrates life's impermanence and imperfections. Using natural materials and textures is one of the main ideas. Your room can feel more genuine and cosier by including materials like wood, stone and natural textiles. These materials' flaws and quirks give your interior design personality and ... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: interior interior design interior design trends wabi-sabi interior design

How to Respond to Counter Offers in 2023

Posted on 27 Feb, 2023

The first couple of months of the year are a popular time for people to move on to new opportunities in their career. Many take the time over Christmas to appraise their lives and whether or not their current workplace is offering creative and financial satisfaction. They see a new year as a new page in their own personal story and the ideal time to search for a higher-paying position at another firm.

Last year, we talked about handing in your notice and, in particular, what you should do if your current employer makes a counter offer once you hand in your notice. If anything, the topic i... Continue reading >

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101 Careers in Design Blogs: Our Top 10

Posted on 20 Sep, 2022

Here at Careers in Design, we don’t just provide applicants with a list of the latest vacancies – we also offer professional advice that helps you maximise your chances of getting the role you’ve always wanted. With more than a century of blogs to our name, we have provided you with valuable information and reliable hints and tips for every aspect of your job hunt. From writing a cover letter and your interview technique to the latest trends in interior design and more, we have sought to deliver relevant content that you can actually use to secure your goal.

In this article, we’re going to celebrate our milestone of 101 blogs by taking a look back at some of our... Continue reading >

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A Day in the Life of a Recruiter

Posted on 14 Sep, 2020

As a recruiter, it’s important to start the day the right way and, for me, that means making a cuppa before I scan through my morning emails for anything I need to action straight away. Next, I check our social media accounts for any comments or messages that need a reply. While doing this, I also try to come up with some topics that will make for interesting new posts. This is an ongoing process – normally I try to retweet posts and add new content at least 4 or 5 times a day.

It’s about this time that the phone starts ringing – usually one of our employer clients, looking to discuss some of the CVs we’ve sent across. We chat for a while about each applicant, with my goal being to secure an interview for t... Continue reading >

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Design Career Resources with Careers in Design

Posted on 14 Mar, 2019

How many recruitment companies have you sent your CV to or vacancies applied for and not heard anything back. You have uploaded your CV and attached a Portfolio, but then, silence? Careers in Design are a recruitment company with a difference. We work hard to match people wanting a job in design with the right companies. Finding long term matches that benefit both parties is what we always aspire to. We seek to help potential candidates at every stage of the application process, happy to give advice freely and the Careers in Design website offers many tips on how to get your foot on the career ladder or climb it even further.

CV Building

One of the great resources ava... Continue reading >

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: cv tips design career resources design portfilio dressing for interviews interview advice interview do's and don'ts interview tips interviewing job interviews what to wear for an interview

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