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MONDAY!!

Monday means the weekend is over!

Monday means a full five days of work now commences!

Monday means that the dreaded 9am starts begin, and that's without considering the morning hustle and bustle of packed tube trains sandwiched in between commuters exhaling their coffee breath.  And on top of all that, and yes, it could get worse, you are spending an average of 40 hours a week at a work place you absolutely hate, where every day is a Monday! Sounds familiar? Well you are not alone!

A high number of people find themselves doing a job they do not enjoy, and therefore sadly never get to experience what true job satisfaction is.  But it doesn't have to be like this, honestly.  Just imagine for a moment that work, doesn't actually feel like work...

Of course every job brings its own stresses, but why spend the majority of your life doing something you absolutely hate?  If you find that your motivation for going to work has gone, or was never even there to begin with, why not discover where your true passion lies in and work towards getting your dream job.

Job fairs are a great opportunity to find out what the many different job sectors offer and the entry requirements.  Job exhibitions are advantageous when it comes to networking with business owners and speaking to representatives from highly reputable companies.  The internet is also a great resource when it comes to researching job titles.  There are so many jobs out there that go unheard of, yet there may be one that matches your personality and desires exactly!

And who said work experience was only for teens?  Nowadays you can find all ages partaking in on-the-job experience, as it offers a valuable glimpse into what life is like in the particular job role; and if you would like to pursue a career in the field, you can get advice or ask whether they have any apprenticeship schemes.  Or maybe you just want a challenge and would like to advance yourself within the same company?  Your company may have a HR team that are able to advise you on the relevant opportunities that will allow you to progress within the company, albeit promotional opportunities or a change of job role. 

Taking that first step to changing your job can be daunting, but you’d be surprised at how far determination and a strong action plan could take you, and it will all be worth it when you can wake up and go to work with a smile on your face.

At Success we would be happy to offer you advice and support on your next job search! We are honest and will always let you know if we can help!! If we can’t we know a lot of contacts within various industries and recruitment companies that can and are always happy to refer you on!

Going for Gold

With the recent buzz surrounding the glitz and glam that is the Golden Globe awards, we thought it would be a great time to announce Success Recruit’s recent award success. Although our team doesn’t behold the acting talent of Kate Winslet or Sandra Bullock, we are always glad to be recognised in the field that we are most passionate about- recruitment.  At the beginning of January 2014, we were awarded a GOLD title of best for recruitment in the South East, best for administration and secretarial recruitment agency as well!  We were also honoured with a SILVER award for our marketing and PR recruitment support. Both our new silver and gold medallions are being proudly displayed in our reception area.

We won’t even attempt to compete with Halle Berry's famous five minute award winning speech, but we would like to thank you all for your continuous support and we look forward to a year of more success!

Welcome new faces into your circle

Welcome new faces into your circle

This Monday saw the launch of our first networking event, ‘Success in the City’.  Thank you for all who attended! It was a great turn-out and we enjoyed the company of business representatives from varying industries. Having moved to our Chelmsford office ten months ago, we found that there were a number of local businesses within the area and the question was asked: how well do we all know our neighbours?

Whether you are a start-up or a well-established firm, networking offers great scope to meet and connect with new people.  It's almost like getting free education, you will come into contact with people who can give you expert advice on a field you had no prior knowledge on, or maybe some useful industry hints and tips based on their own experiences.  After all, no one knows everything, so a little guidance should always be welcomed.  Many network attendees even go on to find their business mentors  at networking events, when they engage in conversation with someone and realise that their company, or maybe even their personal life could benefit from receiving coaching.

Networking also opens the door for employers to find new employees because the majority of conversations usually involve asking the person about their work background, you may find that there is a chance for mutual benefit if you are looking for growth and there is someone who is able to offer you this without spending any money even!  

I have taken to the motto of one of Monday's attendees who told me that ‘no conversation is ever wasted’.  Although initially no immediate benefit may come from networking, every conversation has the potential to build your brand and market your company. You never know the person you are talking to may know someone who knows someone who knows someone, who may need your services, so always put your best foot forward. The most successful networkers always have their professional head screwed on when socialising, which in turn allows them to gain new business and form long-term relationships.

Success Recruit has been trading for 18 months and it is fair to say we would not be where we are today if we had not attended various networking events in and around Essex. There are so many different types of networking groups as well from informal events where you can turn up and socially network with a drink to more formal events where you pass referrals and spend one to one appointments with individual business – both add huge value to a business!

If you are reading this and thinking, I am shy and don’t feel comfortable walking up to a stranger then I would really advise to push yourself out of your comfort zone!! We all have at Success as none of us were classed as “networkers” before we worked here! Everyone once had to go to “their first networking group” and everyone would have been nervous so people understand and will always make you feel welcome!

Why not experience the success that could come of networking if you haven’t already and sign up to attend a local networking event? And for those of you who work in the Chelmsford area, why not start your weeks off with Success in the City at The Bay Horse in Moulsham Street?

A year to reflect...

Happy New Year! With a new year comes Success Recruit's new blog, allowing you to see who we are and at the same time giving you what we hope will be some useful hints and tips, whilst keeping you updated with current industry news! So let us begin with a review of the year 2013...

January Expectations were high for 2013, as the recruitment industry was steadily picking up and the number of job opportunities available continued to rise.

February Success Recruit employ their first member of the team, welcoming Ellie Dempster as a trainee business consultant.

This year has definitely had its fair share of the Harlem shake phenomenon. From university students coordinating the shake in their masses to individuals making their own crazy renditions to singer Baauer’s musical beat in the strangest of places!

March Success Recruit launch a CV review and amendment service to help candidates that are struggling to find work!

April A day that was meant for good-will turned into a devastating event when Boston City fell under the attack of two bombings which sadly killed three people. 

Success Recruit move to new premises from Writtle just outside of Chelmsford to Moulsham Street, the center of Chelmsford City. A great location to be central to all businesses and candidates needing support covering Essex and London

May Research firm IDS were able to give graduates some uplifting news in May when their research showed graduate job opportunities to be on the rise, with an 8% increase in the number of graduate roles being advertised.

June Success Recruit attend a local networking event at Chelmsford cricket ground where they meet Alastair Cooke – England cricket captain, Vicki wished him luck with the ashes and they even managed to get a photo which is now proudly on our office wall.

July After meeting cricket star Alastair Cook, we were more than ready to help cheer on the England team.  England put up a great performance which resulted in them defeating the ultimate endorsers of the sport Australia, and resulted in them bringing home the urn! Let’s make it two summers in a row!

Success Recruit celebrate their first year in business and hold a gathering for clients to thank them for their support during this time. The Essex Chronicle attended and covered the story which appeared in the weekly newspaper and again another photo to add to the office wall as a remembrance of that evening!  Vicki & Ellie also took part in the race for life raising £660.00 for such a great cause! And their friend Gemma Creamer also came along to enjoy the fun – another great photo that is now on our office wall!

The world also welcomes a Prince...Princess Kate gives birth to a healthy baby boy on Monday 22^nd July.  Keeping it in line with tradition, the Prince was named Prince George Alexander Louis. The couple once again showed to be down to earth Royals, with Prince William leading his new family out of the hospital in his Range. 

August  Success Recruit are shortlisted as a finalist for the New Business category at the Mid Essex Business awards and judges come to our offices to find out what we are all about!!

Miley Cyrus has most definitely made her mark on 2013. From her controversial selfie uploads onto Twitter to performances that would even make her age mates in Hollywood gasp! Well she did have at least one commendable achievement this year (maybe?) Miley’s constant twerking has led to the urban word being put in the Oxford dictionary! Twerk, twerk, twerk

September Success Recruit attend the mid Essex Business Awards as a finalist and win “Highly commended” which they were over the moon about! Vicki, Ellie and Sam (Vicki’s husband) attend the evening and have another great photo to take pride of place in their office as well as a nice award to hang on the wall in reception!!

BBC reports the unemployment rate to have fallen to 7.6%, the lowest rate in more than three years.

October Success Recruit are ready to expand and launch their HR division, offering an extension to the business for their clients, Mandy Carr joins the team. They also recruit Gabriella Emmanuel as a Marketing assistant who is on an internship from Essex University.

November Success Recruit hold their first HR workshop about the perils of the Christmas party in Ingatestone which received positive feedback and the drive to ensure 2014 holds more hands on and interactive workshops for their clients.

November also experienced growth in salaries for permanent staff, which was found to be the highest in six years!

Tragedy struck in the Philippians when locals were confronted with one of the world’s most powerful storms, Typhoon Haiyan.  We’re praying the community are able to quickly rebuild their home.

December Vicki, Ellie and Gabriella run the Santa Fun run for Farleigh hospice and raise nearly £100.00 – another photo opportunity not to be missed and the evidence is on our office wall.

With all the highs and lows of the year, 2013 ended with the world saying goodbye to the inspiration that was and still is Nelson Mandela, world leader and advocate for world peace.  We pray that his teachings will not be in vain, but create unity.