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How to ask for the time in English

susan

18 October, 2018

Wherever you are, time will always be a big part of your life. Being "on time" is more important in some cultures than others. When you're first learning English , it's good to study different ways to ask or talk about the time. It is always safe to arrive at the exact time that you’re expected, or even slightly early. In this guide, we aim to make...

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14 Habits of Successful People

Grammarly

11 October, 2018

Success isn’t something that happens to us, it’s something we make happen. Here are fourteen habits that successful people embrace. 1. They build habits to meet their goals Having life goals is great, but those goals alone won’t carry you anywhere unless you create habits that help you make them reality. If your goal is to work and live abroad, per...

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Other words for 'Yes' and 'No' in English

jamie

03 October, 2018

There's more than one way of saying yes and no in English. Take a look at these unique expressions of every day terms.

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Avoid These CV Mistakes

Guest Writer

26 September, 2018

With recruiters reviewing hundreds of CVs every day, yours doesn’t have long to make a strong first impression. Many candidates make costly CV mistakes that are hurting their chances in the selection process and could result in their CV failing at the first hurdle. There are a number of red flags from spelling mistakes, grammar errors, and meaningl...

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How to Adapt Your CV for the Non-Profit Sector

Guest Writer

18 September, 2018

More people than ever want to have a career that makes a difference in the world. According to the NCVO and The Bureau of Labor Statistics , voluntary and non-profit organizations employ over 800,000 people in the UK and account for more than ten percent of all employment in the US. So, what does this mean for international jobseekers looking to wo...

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Asking for a Promotion

Grammarly

12 September, 2018

You work hard. You’d like to see your efforts rewarded. In an ideal world, your superiors would recognize your talent and offer you a promotion. But advancing is rarely that easy. We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to asking for a promotion. Read on if climbing the career ladder is in your sights! Positioning Yourself for a Promotion Do decide on a...

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