Government announces tax breaks for companies employing veterans
Yesterday (8 March), the government announced tax breaks for employers that hire ex-Forces personnel, in a bid to enable more veterans into work.
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Category: Work
Thinking of starting your own business? A short guide to business insurance
As a service leaver starting your own business, insurance can often be over-looked in business risk management. You probably see insuring your home as common sense and the same should be true for your business.
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Landmarc announces guaranteed interviews for veterans
A leading company supporting the Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced that they will guarantee job interviews for ex-service personnel.
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Utilising ELCAS for leadership and management training with Cherith Simmons
For the last 30 years Cherith Simmons has been providing specialist leadership and management training, but for more than eight years the company has worked with ELCAS.
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Celebrating success at the Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards
On Tuesday night (3 December), members of the Armed Forces community came together to celebrate the Scottish Ex-Forces in Business Awards at the Double Tree Hilton in Glasgow. We caught up with Graham Allison, winner of the Outstanding Achiever of the Year award, to find out how veterans can get ahead in business.
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Celebrating Remembrance with The Poppy Factory
Every autumn, the streets of Britain turn red, with Remembrance poppies being worn commemorating the sacrifices made by veterans and current serving personnel. Charity, The Poppy Factory not only creates the humble poppy, but helps veterans into work.
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Getting CV savvy
Your CV is the gateway to your skills, so it’s important it makes a lasting impression. One recruiter shares his unique perspective of leaving the Armed Forces and expertly tailoring a CV.
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Family first: Supporting military families
Leaving the Armed Forces is a large adjustment. As the time comes for your partner or spouse to transition into civilian life, Saskia Harper asks: What guidance is available for military families going through resettlement?
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Getting Interview Ready
Job interviews are an integral part of the recruitment process, and everyone will experience a job interview at some point in their career. There are simple steps necessary to ace any interview, and confidence is the secret.
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Join the landscape and arboricultural industries with Ground Control
The landscape and arboricultural industries are a popular choice for service leavers, and it is easy to see why with many potential career paths to choose from. Ground Control is just one organisation paving the way for your civilian career
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