10 Tips on How to Tackle Stress
It is only natural that we get stressed in our lives and a lot of the time our careers contribute to that stress. Almost half a million cases of work related stress, anxiety and depression were reported in 2016. The key to success is being able to manage that stress and to feel much more positive […]
by: Sian
How to Tackle a Group Interview
Group interviews are quite common today. This is because it is more cost effective for the employer than several one to one interviews. A group interview is also a great way for an employer to see how well you work both independently and as a team. There is pressure for each candidate as challenges are put in place […]
by: Sian
2018 Goals – A New Year = A New You
The New Year and the month of January is always about a fresh start in life. Perhaps you have joined the gym to shift those extra pounds you gained over Christmas or you are trying to detox by not drinking or eating so much. You may be planning your year ahead by booking a summer […]
by: Sian
Questions To Ask Before You Say Yes!
As exciting as it is to be offered the job you have applied and interviewed for, don’t always jump to say ‘Yes’ straight away. At Debbie Burbage Recruitment we want you to be 100% sure of your decision before signing any form of contract with a new employer. The job market is a competitive one so make […]
by: Sian
Warm Pies for a Cold Day
Last night was one of the coldest nights of the year so far. Whilst we were tucked up in our beds, there were many homeless people on the streets trying to keep warm. This morning the DB team went into Northampton centre and delivered Christmas cheer, with hot steak pies and coffee to help those […]
by: Sian
Want a Career Change but Lack Experience?
To further yourself in life you have to live with a ‘can do’ attitude. Don’t settle for second best, if you have a passion for something then just think that you only live once so you might as well go for it. So many people are stuck in jobs they don’t overly enjoy because of […]
by: Sian
David Walliams Competition Winner!
We recently ran a prize draw for the chance to win a personalised signed David Walliams book. The lucky winner was Emma who has two sons, how could we “split” one book…….We couldn’t and both boys have received personalised signed copies of DW books that add to their collection. One is an avid David Walliams […]
by: Sian
Celebrating 5 Years of Debbie Burbage Recruitment
After five years focusing on recruitment in the Finance and Accountancy sector in Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire Debbie Burbage Recruitment (DBR) is set to expand into the Commercial sector. Celebrating five years in business is no mean feat for any business, let alone one involved in employment bearing in mind the economic climate and coming […]
by: Sian
Create a Better Work – Life Balance
It can sometimes be really difficult to find that work-life balance. We work so hard throughout the day that when the evening arrives we are just too tired to do anything other than sleep. In a sense we are using up all of our energy throughout the day that we end up running on an empty […]
by: Sian
The Essential Job Interview Tool Kit
You may feel as though you are ready for that all important job interview coming up. You have thoroughly researched the company and what the job role entails. You have chosen a smart outfit to wear and feel completely prepared. However something that often gets overlooked and forgotten about is what you need to take with […]
by: Sian