Search results for ‘Work Experience’
Virtual work experience
Looking for a new challenge? Our resources can help you reflect on the skills you would need, ones you already have, and how you can build upon your strengths to stand out.
How to get work experience
Click here for an update on LifeSkills work experience placements
Creating your personal brand
This module will help learners build a personal brand and understand how this is presented in the workplace.
Finding better work opportunities
This module will boost learners' confidence and resilience by increasing positivity and managing their doubts to give them the best chance of success in returning to work.
Building your career network
This module aims to help learners proactively seek opportunities to network and increase their ability to source jobs that might not have seemed accessible otherwise.
CV skills 1: Showing your best you
Find out how to write an accurate, relevant CV that can help learners secure a job interview.
CV skills 2: Tailoring applications to roles
This module builds upon the concepts of CV skills 1: Showing your best you module and will help a learner to understand why their CV should be tailored to each job they apply to.
Importance of a good CV and cover letter
Are CVs and cover letters still important? We explore CVs, cover letters and digital profiles and provide a CV Builder so you can get started.
Learn new skills at work and boost your career prospects
Lifelong learning in the workplace can help your performance, give you confidence and improve your chances of promotion
How to stay motivated at work
With many people facing new working environments, it could be a real struggle…
What are transferable skills and how can you use them to get ahead at work?
An ability to be resilient, solve problems, be creative and adaptable is in greater demand than ever before. We explain why.
How to look after your mental health in the workplace
Stress can affect anyone and we’ve highlighted some of the most popular ways to look after yourself and speak up for support if you need to.
Ready to start a business in retirement?
Rather than stop work as you get older, you could instead use your experience, knowhow and free time to set up your own business.
Interview skills 2: Practical answering techniques
This module will introduce learners to the STAR technique, a simple model they can use during interviews to structure their experiences and give meaningful, evidence-based answers.
How to find a sense of purpose
A sense of purpose can have a major impact on your daily work life – and bring significant happiness and meaning. If you’re seeking direction, our tips could help you on your way.
Build your personal brand
Learn how a personal brand can help you be the best version of yourself and boost your career
Developing professional relationships & workplace connections
Find out how to establish and develop your professional relationships and workplace connections with top tips from LifeSkills.
How to build resilience in the workplace
Wherever you are, today’s workplace can be tough, so find out more on how to build your resilience and cope with setbacks and overcome difficulties.