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CVs and covering letters – putting their best foot forward

How do these two crucial documents combine to make a positive first impression?

Bridging the gap between education and work

Research shows businesses aren’t doing enough to give young people the skills they need to succeed. Could you or your businesses help LifeSkills change this? Head of LifeSkills Kirstie Mackey explains more.

Helping your children use social media for work

Kirstie Mackey, Head of LifeSkills, explains how social networking is the new way to network.

Zena’s story – one mum’s LifeSkills experience

Parenting blogger Zena tells us how LifeSkills helped her son prepare for work.

Six ways to make their CV shine

These days, young people don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Over 80% of employers won’t even read a covering letter if the accompanying CV isn’t up to scratch.

How do you get a job in sport?

Mana, boss of a sports PR company, tells us how she got started in the world of sport.

Barclays partners with the Government to transform opportunities for young people

Barclays has announced its commitment to helping transform young people’s employability skills education.

How to kick-start a career in music

PA Jeannie Johnstone tells us all about her work in music festival marketing and how she landed her dream job.

Mind the gap – making the leap from school to work

How can you help your child bridge the tricky gap between education and employment?