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Support during COVID-19

Many people may be feeling unsure about their future and finances, or adapting to working in new environments and we’ve included our most relevant content below.

How to look after your personal finances

SUPPORT DURING COVID-19

5 Mins

How to look after your personal finances

However well you think you know your money, there’s always an opportunity to boost your own financial capability and we’ve put together help in five key areas.

Improving & looking after your mental health

SUPPORT DURING COVID-19

5 Mins

Improving & looking after your mental health

From speaking up and self-care to seeking support from others, find out the steps you can take to improve and look after your mental health.

SUPPORT DURING COVID-19

5 Mins

Working from home tips

Develop a way of working from home or a new location that works for you and your circumstances and make yourself as effective as possible, inside and outside work.

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Confidence with money

However well you think you know your money, we have a variety of content to help you to stay on top of the fundamentals.

CONFIDENCE WITH MONEY

5 Mins

Planning your personal budget

An interactive virtual session to find out more about planning and using a personal budget to take control of your finances.

CONFIDENCE WITH MONEY

5 Mins

How to look after your personal finances

However well you think you know your money, there’s always an opportunity to boost your own financial capability and we’ve put together help in five key areas.

CONFIDENCE WITH MONEY

5 Mins

Managing your debt - virtual session

An interactive virtual session to find out about how to manage your debt and stay on top of your finances.

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Skills for the workplace

Applying for jobs gives you the chance to showcase your skills to new employers. Here, we have content to help you along the way.

SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE

5 Mins

Transferable Skills

An ability to be resilient, solve problems, be creative and adaptable is in greater demand than ever before. We explain why.

Importance of a good CV and cover letter in 2020

SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE

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Importance of a good CV and cover letter in 2020

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.

SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE

5 Mins

Overcoming setbacks - virtual session

An interactive virtual session to help you overcome setbacks, with tools to build resilience, techniques to help in challenging scenarios and examples to inspire you

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Starting a business

Want to get your dream business moving, but not sure where to begin? Here are the most popular articles and videos to get you started.

How to develop your business idea – and start trading

STARTING A BUSINESS

5 Mins

How to develop your business idea – and start trading

Got an entrepreneurial dream? Turning it into a brilliant business can be tricky in reality. We show you steps to take to help get your idea off the ground.

STARTING A BUSINESS

6 Mins

How to market your business

Getting your message out is key - from social media to online reviews, word of mouth, local ads and more. Here are our top tips to raise your profile and win new customers.

Ready to start a business in retirement?

STARTING A BUSINESS

7 Mins

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.

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Wellbeing

Confidence and motivation are every bit as important as your hard-earned knowledge in helping you succeed. Here we’ll help you maximise all those and more.

WELLBEING

5 Mins

How to build a network

A network can give you support, help and guidance – and boost recognition for what you do in the workplace. Our top tips could help turn you into a top-notch networker.

How to build resilience in the workplace

WELLBEING

5 Mins

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.

WELLBEING

5 Mins

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.

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The future of work

Here are the three most popular articles and videos to help you develop the fundamental skills required in work now and in the future.

How to be a good leader (or be better at it)

FUTURE OF WORK

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How to be a good leader (or be better at it)

Wonder whether you’re a good leader, a great one or if you could be better? Many will also wonder what steps they need to take to become one. Here’s how to improve your leadership.

Use your ‘emotional’ skills to compete in a digital world

FUTURE OF WORK

5 Mins

Use your ‘emotional’ skills to compete in a digital world

You’ll be in great demand from employers if you show a high degree of emotional intelligence or ‘EQ’. We take a look at ‘the other kind of smart’.

FUTURE OF WORK

6 Mins

Are you primed for progress at work?

Knowing how to make significant career progression can help you get ahead of the game. Read how with Barclays LifeSkills top seven tips.

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Flexible working

Need help finding a better work/life balance, or interested in discovering new ways to fit work around your life? These videos and articles can help.

FLEXIBLE WORKING

6 Mins

What is flexible working – and is it right for you?

Greater control over the hours you work can help create a better work-life balance, bring down your stress levels and make you more productive.

Return to work with confidence after a break

FLEXIBLE WORKING

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Return to work with confidence after a break

Full of trepidation about a return to work? Here are five steps you can take to help secure a sure start back.

FLEXIBLE WORKING

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What are the different types of flexible working?

From home working to flexitime and nine-day fortnights – and more – see what type of flexible working could suit you.

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