Cant find a job What to do next

Can’t find a job What to do next by Michael Cheary Struggling to find your perfect position? OK, so getting a new role isn’t always an easy challenge. But just because you haven’t landed your dream job yet, it doesn’t mean you never will. Even something as simple as making a few small changes to your application could greatly increase your chances â€" you just need to know where to start.To help you turn your search around, here are our top tips on what to do if you can’t find a job that works for you:Rethink your CVDon’t hear back from employers after sending your CV? Maybe it’s time to tweak the formula.After all, doing the same thing and expecting different results is the definition of insanity (thanks, Einstein). And by not updating your application, you could be including the same clichés and mistakes over and over again â€" just because you haven’t taken the time to review what you’ve sent.So take some time to go back through your CV, check for errors, reassess the format, and ask a fr iend or family member to give their opinion. Just a few simple tweaks could make a huge difference.Five lines that are killing your CVFour ways to follow up after an applicationTailor your applications Never send the same application to every opportunity that pops up. No exceptions.Taking the time to tailor your CV to each individual opening will show the employer that you’ve gone the extra mile, and really want to work for them. On the other hand, generic applications will just make you come across lazy and disinterested â€" helping you stand out for all the wrong reasons.So use the job description to inform your CV and cover letter, really write about why you want the role, and match your application to what they’ve specifically outlined they’re looking for.And, if you don’t have a whole lot of experience to brag about, shift the focus onto your skillset. Make a shortlist of all of your relevant attributes and dedicate a sentence or two to each one, explaining how you gain ed it and how it will help you in your new role.What recruiters are really looking for in your CVWhat not to do on your CVReassess your ambitionsIf you’re still not getting many responses, you may have set your sights too high (or too low).This isn’t just a waste of your time, it’s also counterproductive for your morale. So, instead of applying for positions which demand a lot of experience, or qualifications you might not yet have, think about whether you’re really right for the role.It could be that starting out in a more junior position could help you get your foot in the door, and give you much better opportunities for progression.Alternatively, you might want to try expanding your search parameters. Instead of focusing all of your efforts on your dream job, think about other potential avenues of employment that would utilise the skills and abilities you’ve accrued to date. Widening the net might actually end up being the best thing for your career.Try tempingIf you ca n’t find the permanent position you’re looking for, why not give temping a try?Just getting back on the horse can do wonders for your motivation, not to mention your bank balance. Temping can also boost your employment prospects, helping to fill any unexplained periods of unemployment with practical experience.You could also try volunteering, taking on an internship or looking for work experience, which will help get your name in front of the right people â€" not to mention provide some instant added value for your CV.As a result, you’ll show off your dedicated work ethic and a willingness to turn your hand to anything, even if it’s not your ideal role. And that’s something all employers will find attractive.CV template for temp workView all temporary jobs nowCheck your (social) networkingOk, so it’s a well-known fact that networking can help you get into your chosen field. But sending a few speculative messages out there to employers isn’t the only way to get noticed. Your social media accounts say a lot about you as a person, and are often checked by recruiters before you’re invited for an interview.  So make sure your Facebook, Instagram and Twitter profiles only showcase your best qualities and don’t contain any embarrassing or incriminating photos.It’s also essential that you don’t forego the human aspect of the recruitment process. Face-to-face meetings can sometimes be more valuable than any online interaction, so cultivate your network of contacts in your chosen field by reaching out to them for an opportunity to discuss work.Even if they can’t point you in the direction of a vacancy, there’s every chance they know someone who can.How to make your social media recruiter safeFive ways social media is costing you the jobDon’t give up hopeFinally, never lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel.No matter what industry you’re in, jobseeking isn’t always an easy process. But approaching your search with a good level of self-awareness and a positive mindset can make a big difference when it comes to finding the right role.Still searching for your perfect position? View all available jobs nowFind a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features How to start looking for work

Kayla Itsines Review This Is Weight Loss That Actually Works

Kayla Itsines Review This Is Weight Loss That Actually Works Calories are like sneaky little critters. They find a way to piggyback into the body in the most unassuming foods. Oh, I forgot to mention about portion sizes. ‘Hey, that’s one portion too many. That will go beyond your daily calorie intake limit’ I spent a good part of last year fussing over calories in every tiny morsel that I ingested. And it was rough. Having to read the food label and logging on to an app to check if you can take a bite out of the delicious pizza on the plate in front of you, there had to be an easier way to lose weight. Then, Kayla Itsines came into my life. Her effervescent best, always smiling, her legion of followers, making weight loss seem as simple as taking a walk in the park. For someone who had never stepped on a treadmill all her life, some of the photos seemed pretty difficult, to be honest. But hey, I was at my wits end with the calorie business.  And my weighing scale seemed to be stuck with industrial grade adhesive. Wouldn’t budge for the moon. To jump in with Kayla Itsines and her Bikini Body Guide program, was the leap of faith I took. Who Is Kayla Itsines? Before I talk about how I became an exponent of the Bikini Body Guide, let me quickly introduce you to Kayla Itsines. If you’ll like a more detailed review on Kayla Itsines and her Bikini Body Guide program, you can also read it here. Kayla Itsines is a fitness expert, personal trainer, author, motivator and an entrepreneur.  At the young age of 24, she has managed to be featured on the list of most influential people on the internet on ‘Time’ magazine. On the career front, she’s the author of the bestselling ‘Bikini Body Guide’ e-book and the creator of the body transformation program that goes by the same name. Kayla has single-handedly helped millions of women around the world  to get the body that they always dreamed of. Without making their lives miserable with fad diets and toxic pills. That’s irrespective of the fact whether you have gained 100 lbs. postpartum or feel demotivated to step into the gym. Kayla will work like your personal trainer guiding, motivating and ensuring that you divide your goals into small achievable portions. And before you know, you will find your weighing scale moving like it’s on nitro. The transformation that the body undergoes is incredible. Does that make you curious about the Bikini Body Guide? Here’s the low down about it. What is the Bikini Body Guide About? The Bikini Body Guide is a 12 week body transformation program that will help you get ‘The Bikini Body’ as Kayla calls it. It consists of exercise and nutrition modules (very little to no calorie counting).  They  help you look at weight loss in a completely new way. Starting with low impact, medium intensity workouts, Kayla slowly builds up a fervent pace that will torch fat like never before. If you have ever heard the word ‘thermogenesis’ that’s thrown around to the point of being a cliché in the world of fitness, the Bikini Body Guide will introduce you to it firsthand. You can feel the body temperature shoot up as you get into the second week of the program. I don’t know if that’s the right way to put it, but you can experience the fat loss. The program has been designed especially for women and focuses on the various problem areas that women struggle with during their weight loss attempts. It is also available in several different versions. For people who have the nutrition part sorted, there’s the option to only choose the exercise program. I would highly recommend that you go for the complete bundle though. There’s a difference in eating healthy and starving yourself to death. This will show you how it’s done. It is rightly said that, ‘You break your body in the gym and you make it whole again in the kitchen’. That’s the importance of the complete Bikini Body Guide program. Is Kayla Itsines Workout Program Really Effective? Most workout programs begin with a similar pitch, don’t they? Anyone who’s spent a little time trying to lose weight would know that ‘empty claims’ should be taken with a pinch of salt. Not Kayla Itsines though. Oh, it would be fallacy to even think on those lines about her weight loss programs. Because there are enough results that prove its efficacy.    You should read this Kayla Itsines review at SweatWithKaylaApp.com to understand how effective her programs are. There are women with a busy career who have been able to get into a bikini with it. There are mothers who juggle a thousand different tasks in a day and yet, have been able to lose weight. And there are women who were struggling to cope with the stress of being obese and have used the Bikini Body Guide to change their lives forever. It works. Period. That would be the best way to put it. There is a reason why Kayla Itsines is the most popular personal trainer and fitness guru on Instagram with over 6.5 million dedicated followers who are ready to ‘Sweat with Kayla’. Are you?

4 New Rules of Personal Branding - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

4 New Rules of Personal Branding - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career I recently started blogging at Forbes.com under the column personal branding. I recommend that you subscribe/follow my Forbes blog as well because there will be some exclusive content that you wont find anywhere else. Sometimes, Ill be cross-posting on this blog if I deem the content to be of value to you. In this case, I feel like our new blog subscribers could really benefit from this article. There has been a lot of buzz around personal branding in the past few years, especially because of the social media explosion. Most people fail to realize that personal branding was first introduced in 1997 by Tom Peter’s pinnacle article in Fast Company Magazine, entitled “A Brand Called You.” There were no mentions of using social media tools for career success back   then. Today, everyone in the world can have their own profile, on a multitude of social networks, which explains the popularity of the concept. In fact, Mashable reports that 92% of American toddlers already have an onli ne presence! You have to manage your career as a brand if you want to be successful and compete in the global economy. What is personal branding? Personal branding is the process by which we unearth what makes us special and then communicate that to the right audience. There are so many people competing for the same opportunities now. Personal branding teaches us how to stand out, be found, and align our true authentic selves with the careers of our dreams. The new rules of personal branding I’ve been in the personal branding field since early 2007 when most professionals didn’t understand it and weren’t actively managing their identities online. Now in 2011, the economy is much different and the impact personal branding has had on the world has been more significant. Almost everyone you know has some sort of online presence, ranging from a Facebook profile to a full-blown blog. Here are the four new rules of personal branding that you should consider this year: Always be searching for your next big opportunity. Your brand will impact your company’s brand for better or worse. Two-thirds of employed American’s are open to new job opportunities right now, reports Jobvite.com. The new job security is online branding, where recruiters can discover you, and hire you, without a resume submission. Being proactive with your career is critical to your success because if you aren’t marketing your brand, no one will know about it. Your brand will impact your company’s brand for better or worse. Recently, Steve Jobs took a medical leave and Apple shares dropped an entire 5%! Your reputation can help or hurt your career and/or company, which means that you need to be smart about what impression you make on the world. Your digital trail of negative publicity might creep back up on you later in your career if you aren’t careful. If you have talent and you put yourself out there, anything is possible. This statement really came to life for me after Ted Williams became a celebrity from his supernatural radio voice. Not too many people go from being homeless to being on every national TV show. A single YouTube video went viral, giving him the visibility he needed to showcase his talents. You have a shot of making it big if you give yourself a chance to do so. Soft skills are becoming more important than hard skills. The 2010 Kelly Global Workforce Index shows that 66% of people feel that verbal communication skills are more important than technical knowledge at 60%. There’s so much competition for jobs that technical skills alone won’t get you hired anymore.

How to Take Smart Risks

How to Take Smart Risks In the busy and ever-changing climate of today, it’s near enough impossible to achieve big success without taking some risks. But risky behavior can be a bad thing, too â€" particularly if it’s ill thought-out and reckless. Taking what are called “smart risks” is the best way to accelerate change and advance your career. Here are some tips as to how to take them. Look To Others Notice colleagues and bosses who model positive risk taking, and try to figure out their secrets. If you’re in a culture of smart risk taking, it’s easier to take the initiative yourself. Noticing and becoming familiar with what types of risks tend to reap what types of reward will help you to make better choices. Define a Smart Risk It’s hard to take only smart risks if you haven’t properly established what constitutes a smart risk in your own mind. Know what rewards you expect and set limits in terms of the steps you’ll take to achieve them. Make It Second Nature Risk taking is a behavior rather than a process â€" in other words, those who are good at it are those who think like risk takers. Although it’s tricky to change your personality or nature, keeping smart risk taking in your mind and practicing at it are the best ways to become more successful at it. Start In “The Sweet Spot” The “sweet spot” is the area of risk in between a wild and reckless gamble and playing it totally safe. It’s the desirable area of a calculated risk, where success is likely, though no guaranteed. Some say the sweet spot is in between a 50 and 70% chance of success. Over 70% and it’s not really a risk, but under 50% and it’s too much of a hazard. Don’t Aim For Perfection The good thing about taking a risk is that it’s a work in progress. Trial and error are key. Don’t over plan or aim to get things perfect first time â€" instead try and then adjust from there. Work as a Team In terms of risk-taking, getting a second opinion is invaluable. Not only will it give more perspective and help steer you towards a wider consensus, but it will help build confidence in your idea. Start Small and Grow Beginning with a huge and complex risk may be tempting, but it isn’t very smart. Taking small steps and growing your idea incrementally is a better way to mitigate failure and make sure you’re moving in the right direction. Don’t Be Down Over a “Smart Failure” If you look over your failures and see where they went wrong, you’ll learn a lot very quickly about smart risk taking. And if a failure happens in spite of you doing things smartly and correctly, then don’t beat yourself up. Failure happens â€" and it should not be a reason to stop trying to take smart risks. Annie Walton Doyle writes for Inspiring Interns, which specializes in finding candidates their perfect  internship. To browse our graduate jobs, visit our website.

How to Make a Resume For Free - Is it Easy?

How to Make a Resume For Free - Is it Easy?If you're looking for easy ways on how to make a resume for free, then you have landed in the right article. As long as you have access to the internet and some free time, you can learn how to make a resume for free by doing simple research online.First of all, you can do the same old resume that you have been using since high school or college. Just keep it pretty, but update the information in it as needed. Try to keep the focus on your experience, if possible.But while you have been using it, you might have overlooked some of the most important factors that should be included in the resumes. For example, when you are trying to get an interview with a company, make sure you provide an interview letter as well. Not only does this make the process faster, but it makes it easier for the person hiring you to review your skills and abilities.Make sure you include all of the additional information they requested. Also, many companies require you to send a cover letter along with your resume. Make sure that you send one along with your resume as well.Keep in mind that you can skip one or two of the most important things. If you want to make the process fast, you can use the tool 'Resume Quick' to help you. There are many great sites that offer these types of tools, so check them out.You will be able to find the basic information on the company, as well as their phone number and fax number. This will give you the information you need to send in your resume for free.No matter which method you choose, these free resources are easy to use. They are very easy to navigate and provide you with everything you need to get started. Since they are free, you can get started immediately, and you won't have to spend any money doing it.So don't waste any more time and start your free resume for free right now. You can learn how to make a resume for free, and you won't even have to pay anything to make it happen.

British Army Recruitment Process Detailed Step-by-Step Guide

British Army Recruitment Process â€" Detailed Step-by-Step Guide The British Army recruitment process is a challenging and competitive one, no matter which career within the Army you wish to go for. To be successful, you will need to pass a number of stages, ranging from tests and assessments to an interview with an Army Development and Selection Officer.Let’s now go through the British Army application and selection process step by step.Step 1: Apply Online or Contact your local Armed Forces Careers Officer (AFCO)This first stage of the British Army recruitment process is very straightforward â€" you need to let the Army know that you are interested in joining them. Most commonly, this will be done through their official website (www.army.mod.uk) where you can fill out an application or chat to advisers. All the instructions you need will be easily found there, including information on the various roles and careers within the Army.Otherwise, you can visit your local Army Careers Centre, or discuss your application with them on the phone. You ca n also ask any questions you may have about the British Army recruitment process. When there, you will also be able to get all the needed information and advice, as well as complete and submit an application form. The application form itself asks you for basic personal details; it will not be dissimilar from ones you have completed in the past.What you will need to provide:Name and title;Marital status;Your current address;Phone number;Residency info â€" whether you have the right to live in the UK or Ireland, and how long you have lived in the UK or Ireland;Nationality;Ethnic background;Religion (or lack thereof);Info on tattoos and piercings;Whether you have been under a care order at any point;Employment or education status;Any additional info you believe to be relevant.Your form will then be looked at by recruiters to see if you meet basic entry requirements. If you do, you’ll then be emailed an online health questionnaire that you’ll need to complete and send back. Army med ical questionnaire questions will cover areas such as pre-existing conditions, surgery history and medication use. Of course, you will then be judged on whether you are physically fit enough to proceed. This is done on a case-by-case basis, so if you unsure as to whether you have a disqualifying condition, it is worth having a go.Step 2: Invitation to an Army Career Centre.If your medical responses satisfy recruiters, the next step of the British Army recruitment process involves you being invited to your local Army Career. Here, you will receive a 30-minute introduction to the Army, in which the AFCO will present to you the different career paths available within the Army. There are numerous options available here, ranging from Electrician to Rocket System Gunner.You will then have the chance to have a sit-down meeting with a recruiter, in which you can discuss the options before you for half an hour. During the meeting, you can start to get an idea of which specific career path yo u’d like to go down. So, it’s perfectly fine to turn up to this meeting if you don’t yet know which role to choose â€" the purpose of this day is to help you decide.Step 3: Assessment StayAgain, if recruiters are still satisfied with you at this stage, and you have chosen a career area, you will be invited to an assessment day at a UK military base. This is the most involved and difficult stage of the British Army recruitment process. Base locations include: Lichfield, Pirbright, Glencorse, and Ballymena. You will be required to stay overnight, and will undertake several physical and mental tests, including a thorough medical examination. The tests may vary depending on which specific Army career path you have chosen.Let’s now look at the activities that make up the physical side of the army assessment.The Physical Selection Standards (Recruits) AssessmentNote: The following three physical tests that you will need to undergo are generally consistent across the Army careers, but different ones may require you to reach different levels than described below. Please check with recruiters if you are unsure. Having said this, they are not done on a pass/fail basis. Rather, your performance on each one will be taken into account along with the rest of your results during the assessment stay, and contribute to your overall score.The Powerbag LiftIn this test, you will have to lift ‘powerbags’ (weights with handles on like a holdall) from the ground up onto a 1.45m platform. The lightest bag you will lift will be 15kg, and after each successful lift the powerbag will increase in weight by 5kg. This will continue up to a maximum weight of 40kg, or until you can no longer lift the powerbag.The Jerrycan CarryIn this test, you will have to hold a 20 litre jerrycan in each hand and walk for either 150m or until you can go no further. One litre of water weighs one kilogram, so you will have to be able to lift 20kg (plus the equivalent of what the cans weigh) befo re you go into this test.The 1.5 Mile RunIn this test, you will be timed running a distance of 1.5 miles, or 2.4 km. This run will be preceded by a warmup lap of half a mile, or 800m.The Ability TestsNote: Again, these tests are not assessed on a pass/fail basis; your results for them all will contribute to your overall performance at the assessment stay.The BARB TestThis is a test you will face on a computer, which is designed to assess your ability to receive and digest information correctly and accurately. It does this through a series of psychometric tests. Your results are calculated not only using the amount of correct answers you got, but by the amount of time you take to do so as well.See below for some examples of the types of questions you will face.Reasoning TestExample: “Richard is taller than Steven. Who is shorter?Answer: StevenThe Letter Checking TestExample: “How many letters match?”Answer: 2.The Distance Number TestExample: “Which number is the furthest from the middle number of the three given?”7 10 14Answer: 14Explanation: 10 is the middle number. 7 is three numbers away from 10, and 14 is four numbers away from 10. This means the ‘distance number’ is 14, because it is ‘furthest away’ from the middle number.Selecting the Odd One OutExample: “Which of the following is the odd one out?”Warm Cold CarAnswer: CarSymbol Rotation TestExample: “Out of the following three sets of symbols, how many can be matched using rotation only?”Answer: 2Explanation: You could get box 2 to look like box 1 simply by using clockwise rotation on both F shapes within it. However, if you wanted to get box 3 to match, you would have to use reflection; rotation alone wouldn’t cut it. This leaves the answer ‘2’, as two of the boxes match using rotation alone.Grenade ThrowThis is a practical activity in which you will be taught how to throw a grenade, or at least a dummy one! The exercise will consist of you leopard crawling under some obst acles and launching the grenade when you emerge. This one is largely there to break up the day â€" you are encouraged to have fun while getting down and muddy while wearing some army gear.Team TasksThis section of the assessment stay involves a number of teamwork exercises you will undergo alongside your fellow hopefuls. You will have to complete practical and problem-solving tasks under time constraints, with some of them having a competitive element against other teams.Of course, the ability to work as a team is vital for a member of the Army, so your performance in this area will be scrutinised heavily. You will need to get involved, taking and giving orders where appropriate to efficiently get a task in front of you completed.Career DiscussionThe final stage of the assessment stay involves another sit-down meeting. Here, you will further discuss your career preferences, and ultimately commit to one of them. It is best to treat this discussion as a formal interview, as you will a gain be asked questions such as “Why do you want to join the Army?” and “Why do you think you would make a good member of the Army?”Also, you will be given feedback on your application, focusing on your performance during the assessment stay. This meeting also gives you the opportunity to ask questions and talk about your experiences with the Army so far. At this point, you are nearing the final stage of the British Army recruitment process.Step 4: Progression to TrainingThis next step is the final one in the British Army recruitment process â€" entering phase 1 of basic training! Of course, you will only get this far should recruiters choose to advance you after considering your entire application. All the while, you will be able to contact a recruitment officer with any questions you may have.You will then be provided with all the information you need concerning your next steps and chosen career path. So, this is where this guide to the recruitment process ends!For more re sources on how to join the army in 2019, follow the link.For information on our 1-day Army Officer training course, follow the link.Like How2Become on Facebook!FREE DOWNLOAD: Grab yourself a copy of The Essential Army Officer Interview checklist below!First Name *Email *  Download Now » This entry was posted in Armed Forces, Career Advice. Bookmark the permalink. Henry Hunter UK Ambulance Blue Lights | Legal Exemptions Non-ExemptionsRoyal Navy Psychometric Test: Mechanical Comprehension 89 thoughts on “British Army Recruitment Process â€" Detailed Step-by-Step Guide” Akanga Isaac says:Good day am Akanga Isaac from Nigeria and have passion to join the British army. I please need help on how to go about it. thank you! March 15, 2018 at 9:25 pm Reply Henry Hunter says:Hi Akanga, that’s great to hear. We’ve got lots of resources to help you here: https://www.how2become.com/careers/army/Also, we have a 1-day training course for potential Army recruits coming up soon! Ther e’s more information on that here: https://www.how2become.com/courses/courses-1-day-army-officer-training-course/ March 20, 2018 at 10:04 am Reply Sussana Erzoah says:Hello am sussana Erzoah from Ghana and I have a passion in joining the British army, please can apply from Ghana and will you accept me July 18, 2019 at 11:34 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Sussana,Ghana is in the commonwealth, so you can apply =]. However, we are not representatives of the Army. In order to apply, you would need to use the official Army website .Sincerely,The How2Become Team July 19, 2019 at 9:04 am Reply Naa says:Hey I am also planning on joining from Ghana, let’s keep in touch, have you already made an application? August 13, 2019 at 11:14 pm Reply Mike says:I’m also applying…. did your application go through? September 25, 2019 at 5:59 pm Soukeyna says:Hello my name is Soukeyna from senegal i’m interesting to join your army. June 9, 2019 at 3:30 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says :Hi there,You would need to apply for British citizenship first â€" as Senegal is not currently in the commonwealth.Sincerely,The How2Become Team June 11, 2019 at 12:52 pm Reply GEORGE says:Hallo am GEORGE from KENYA i have a passion of joining British army how may i get help to go about it February 14, 2020 at 12:30 pm Reply Tom says:Hi, hopefully this gets answered ive just apply for the army not a few weeks ago ive been sent a medical and a more about you form which ive sent of back to them, i just wanted to know from the interview in the careers center how long is it till you have to go to the assessment center. Thanks April 10, 2018 at 11:04 pm Reply Joshua Brown says:Hi Tom,Thank you for your comment. Great to hear your application is coming along. As far as we are aware, there is no set amount of time between your interview and assessment centre. It could be a couple of weeks apart. If there is any help you’d like with preparation for the assessment centre, do let us know and we’d be happy to point you in the right direction. Best of luck! April 24, 2018 at 2:46 pm Reply callum kirton says:I applied on 26th december 2017 and have my 2 days at the assessment centre on monday ( 6th august 2018 ) so be prepared to wait a while. August 5, 2018 at 9:30 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Callum,Thanks for sharing your experience, this is always useful information to know!Sincerely,The How2Become Team August 7, 2018 at 2:16 pm Reply Shalom Kyalo says:Hello how2BECOME..I’m Shalom from Kenya, how long does all this process of assessment take from the day you submit your application on your portal!? Coz the site said I should wait for a review of my application for two days and it has taken longer than that..thank you. April 24, 2018 at 8:04 am Reply Joshua Brown says:Hi Shalom,Thank you for your comment. Our understanding is that it can vary â€" they should get back to you very soon. If in doubt, it is always best to ask the centre you have sent your application too as they will be best placed to help.If you have any questions about the process, please let us know!Best of luck! April 24, 2018 at 2:40 pm Reply Sarah Mckee says:Hi, I’m an undergraduate considering to join up rather than pursue my degree. However I feel quite clueless in regards to the options available to me (even after reading up online etc), so i just want more information and not necessarily to commit to anything. I was planning on going to my nearest recruitment office; but since I’m so unsure, is it still appropriate to go a this stage? I don’t want to be seen as a time waster! Thanks in advance, Sarah. April 29, 2018 at 5:28 pm Reply Joshua Brown says:Hi Sarah,Thank you for your comment. It sounds like visiting your local army careers centre is the best option. They will be more than happy to discuss entry routes, army life and any other questions you may have â€" this is what they are there for and if you don’t want to join, that wo n’t be a problem. You can find your nearest local army careers centre here.I wish you all the best and let us know how you get on and if we can help! ?? April 30, 2018 at 9:45 am Reply Joe says:Hi, I’m joe great info here I throughly enjoyed reading this and the Process, quick question if possible: I’m due to go to selection within the next month at glencourse and I was wondering if you’re sure the 1.5mile run isn’t a pass/fail test. Because I can run the distance and even 5k no problem but my times vary.Thank you in advance May 25, 2018 at 10:53 pm Reply Joshua Brown says:Hi Joe,What time are you running at currently? Depending on your age, you should really be looking to be at the very least under 12 minutes â€" however, everything else will be considered so you wouldn’t necessarily fail. Ideally, you should be aiming for 9-10 minutes (obviously better if you can, and with the right practice, you should find this quite achievable, especially if you are already go od at running 5k. Keep at it, create a routine and even practice some sprints and you’ll get there! Let us know how you get on!All the best,How2Become May 31, 2018 at 4:08 pm Reply Dylan says:Good day Henry, Holding dual citizenship in South Africa and Portugal, kindly advise on the recruitment process on joining HMAF? May 29, 2018 at 11:21 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Dylan,Thank you for your comment. It’s great to hear that you are interested in joining the Armed Forces. Hopefully the following should give you an idea on whether you are eligible to apply https://apply.army.mod.uk/how-to-join/can-i-joinAny further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!Sincerely,The How2Become Team May 29, 2018 at 1:13 pm Reply Rhoda Donkie Adjanor says:I am Rhoda Donkie Adjanor and would like to join the British Army. June 6, 2018 at 12:36 pm Reply Mophious says:I received a mail from the Army saying They currently have no availability of Assessment centres and will no t be making any bookings so i want to ask Will i be contacted later when there is availability and how much time will it take September 28, 2019 at 4:03 am Reply Boris TN says:Bro have they finally contacted you ? If they have/have not, please can we hook up on WhatsApp +237654344603 since we on same page , I’m from Cameroon December 8, 2019 at 10:34 pm Reply Richard says:Hi there Rhoda Donkie Adjanor, you can apply to join the Army here: https://apply.army.mod.uk/ Good luck! Richard June 16, 2018 at 8:54 am Reply Joseph says:I applied in the army back in late 2016 it’s now 2018. I’m half British/Colombian. I have passed my assement Center The only issue has been the time it’s taken and I Was diagnosed with blood in my urine, I performed the tests such as endoscopy, cystoscopy and a ultrasound (all very unpleasant tests) to see if I had any illness and peace of mind as well. And after a7-8 month wait back from the army they simply replied with another set of two tes ts(shistomaniasis and tuberculosis) I was very displeased with this as the disease isnt in my country and they would have clearly seen if I had tuberculosis in the assement Center medical tests. So As this has gone on with back forth letter each taking 2-3 weeks each I am nearing the year of “ solving médical issue” I called them am I may have to do the process all over again. This seems a bit unfair and very poor seeing as it took the army 7-8 months to reply back just looking at my test results showing I had no abnormalities or illnesses. so I beseech anyone help me Or tell me a corse of action I can do because all this time I’ve put my effort and time Into this I do not wish to do it all again because it’ll end up the same or just a repeat. Thank you for taking the time in reading this. August 8, 2018 at 12:12 am Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Joseph,Thanks for your comment. We’re sorry to hear that you’ve had a bad experience with the selection process. Please take a look at the following page, which might shed some more light on why your application was cancelled:https://apply.army.mod.uk/how-to-join/can-i-join/medicalThanks for sharing this with us, we’d love to hear how your application goes.Sincerely, The How2Become Team. August 10, 2018 at 11:12 am Reply Karen Devine says:Hi! My daughter applied to join the Army in February 2017, and went for selection in May. She passed everything with flying colours, except the run, and was called back to do this again in August 2017. Unfortunately, she missed the run time again having twisted her ankle, and was told she would be called back in December. After much badgering, she was finally called back in August 2018. She had been training hard for the 13 minute run time, and had logged all her runs and had them verified although as she is used to running with a watch, she had found her times without it to be a bit erratic. Having travelled the 160km to the recruitment centre for the two day assess ment, she requested a pacing run (which was refused). On Day 1, she completed the written tests (all good), the Command Tests were skipped over altogether, and then, after lunch, they were rushed through the Fitness Tests as the staff had decided to cut the 2 day Selection process to one day as 2 recruits had failed to show. With insufficient prep, she failed the run again. She has been told they will call her again in 3 months, but at this stage, she is so despondent, I think she is considering giving up. Her CSO is useless, and can never be contacted; does not reply to emails or return calls. Can she request to go to another Selection Centre or appeal against the decision, as she has proof that she can make the run, and just missed it on the day? September 7, 2018 at 7:20 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Karen,We’re so sorry to hear that your daughter has had such a difficult time with the selection process, and it certainly sounds like she’s earned her spot. We definitely thi nk it’s a good idea to request another selection centre, but obviously we can’t guarantee that this will lead to results. It’s definitely worth looking into though.We really hope she gets the role, and wish you the very best of luck!Sincerely,The How2Become Team. September 10, 2018 at 3:28 pm Reply Isaac Amos Ekele says:My name is Isaac Amos Ekele am from Nigeria I have being trying to register online and its being difficult registering… When registering u get to a point where they ask if I have being staying in the UK for than 5years and am applying as an African from Nigeria please how do I get pass this stage because it’s so tiring and frustrating when you keep doing the right thing and getting the wrong result… Please what should I input in that space of residence in the UK for more than 5 years.. November 11, 2018 at 10:38 am Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Isaac,In order to be eligible for the British Army, you need to have been a resident in the UK for at least 5 years. Since you’re a citizen of a Commonwealth nation, you do not need to obtain UK citizenship. All you need to do is live in the UK for at least 5 years. We hope this solves your issue.Good luck in your application process!The How2Become Team. November 12, 2018 at 10:15 am Reply Tara Chung says:Hey im a member of a common wealth country too, i have heard in the news that it is ok for us to join even if we have never lived in UK for 5years, i thought it was fake news but i confirmed this with my family in the British Army…and for you to get over tht step..enter the country and dates youve lived in for the past 5years..it worked for me …i put in Fiji and lived in fiji from 1/01/2013-31/12/2017. November 14, 2018 at 2:07 am Reply Abigail Osabukie says:What if you’ve never traveled or lived in a different country apart from your own country? August 19, 2019 at 1:50 pm Reply Anon says:My daughter has been diagnosed with mild bipolar, is she wasting her time even appl ying to join the army? November 12, 2018 at 2:55 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi there,You can find a list of medical conditions that would prohibit the army via the British army medical guidelines website. Our advice is to speak to a careers advisor to find out more, as this will hopefully not be an obstacle =].Sincerely,The How2Become Team November 13, 2018 at 10:21 am Reply Kufre says:Hello am trying to apply for the a job in the army website but i was asked Which passport/visa did you use to enter the UK?. thou have never visited UK before so what is the way out December 17, 2018 at 1:42 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Kufre,Thanks for your comment, and great to hear you are interested in joining the army. You can find out more about the eligibility requirements via our helpful blog on Army Eligibility Criteria . Any other questions then just let us know!Sincerely,The How2Become Team December 18, 2018 at 5:09 pm Reply frank says:Hello. I am from South-Africa and want to apply to the military and also heard that they recruit foreign applicants as well how can I apply from South-Africa and how do I go forth with the tests if need necessary to do so, Because I wanted to join the British Military for a while now but never knew they accept foreign applicants January 6, 2019 at 9:52 pm Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Frank,You are correct â€" the British Army now accepts applications from foreign nationals. Take a look at this blog post we wrote on the matter: https://www.how2become.com/blog/join-the-british-army-as-a-foreigner/Good luck in your application!The How2Become Team. January 7, 2019 at 10:34 am Reply Jens says:Hi all,I’ve been trying to look up when the “intake” days/dates are for new recruits, as in how often they get a new “batch” of recruits, however I haven’t had any success. Does anyone know how it all works?Thanks, Jens January 10, 2019 at 12:40 am Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Jens,Is there a specific college you’re tryin g to join? Intake days differ depending on the college you’re applying to.Good luck with your application! The How2Become Team. January 17, 2019 at 9:48 am Reply Dave Laundon says:My son passed the assessment and has been told he will joining the REME with basic training starting 25th Feb 2019, when I enlisted we were issued uniforms etc day one of basic training but have heard rumours of some being issued before, is this true and at what point would he do his oath January 21, 2019 at 11:39 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Dave,This is all very subjective. The best thing to do in this circumstance, would be to clarify the situation with your local Armed Forces career officer, who should be able to inform you about the latest induction schedule for your son. Hope this helps!Sincerely,The How2Become Team January 22, 2019 at 2:09 pm Reply HENRY DICKSON says:Hi, I am Henry a Ghanaian. I applied to join the REGULAR SOLDIER-INFANTRY SOLDIER â€" THE PRINCESS OF WALES’S ROYAL REGI MENT on 17th January, 2019. Currently my application has been accepted and waiting to be reviewed before moving to the next step which is the Face to Face Meeting. Please do you have any idea how long this would take? January 23, 2019 at 1:44 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Henry,Thanks for your comment. It really is subjective, and depends on a) how many applicants they have to process and b) how long it takes them to process your own application. It shouldn’t be too long though, hopefully!Best of luck,The How2Become Team. January 24, 2019 at 4:28 pm Reply mike says:hello henry, how long were you resident in the uk before you applied? Am thinking of applying, but don’t have up to five years residency. March 14, 2019 at 3:18 pm Reply James says:Hi my friend is joining he is still unsure on what tests do they do blood test for drugs and a urine test for diabetes? Or has he been wrongly informed thanks January 23, 2019 at 4:07 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi James,Your fri end is not misinformed, you will have to sit a variety of tests when joining the Army, as they need to make sure you are physically and medically competent. So, be prepared for all kinds of checks!Sincerely,The How2Become Team January 24, 2019 at 4:27 pm Reply Ajose says:I want to apply for the British army but i don’t know how February 3, 2019 at 2:09 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Ajose,It’s great news that you are interested in joining the Army. The steps to joining the army can be broken down as follows:Step 1: Apply Online or Contact your local Armed Forces Careers Officer (AFCO) Step 2: Invitation to an Army Career Centre. Step 3: Assessment Day Step 4: TrainingOur blog should provide you with information on all of the above, and we also have a fantastic guide on How To Join The Army Hope this helps!Sincerely,The How2Become Team February 5, 2019 at 10:56 am Reply Twitike says:Hie, am twitike from malawi. I would like to know the next step after submitting the scree ner and medical information and also how long it takes to be called for assessment after that. I applied last month thus january February 19, 2019 at 2:26 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Twitike,Great news that you’re applying for the Army. Following your medical checkup, you’ll likely need to take some assessment tests. The time taken for them to call you up for this may vary, depending on the number of applications they’ve got, and your medical results. It shouldn’t be too long though, so listen out!Sincerely,The How2Become Team February 22, 2019 at 3:08 pm Reply mike says:hello Tara, what if you have stayed in the Uk for at least a year, will you be considered? March 14, 2019 at 3:11 pm Reply Desmond says:I have applied and my application has being reviewed; i was assigned as a regular soldier -Despatcher i am in Cameroon i wish to know when i will be invited over to continue the next steps.thks March 25, 2019 at 5:58 pm Reply Boris TN says:Hello Desmond Bro can we hook up on almost on same level as u…Whatsapp me +237654344603. Name is Boris December 8, 2019 at 10:25 pm Reply Desmond says:I applied on the 8th of march 2019.so i wish to no when i will be call so that i can prepare myself. March 25, 2019 at 6:03 pm Reply Desmond says:Can someone move from soldier to officer in the u.k military March 26, 2019 at 9:34 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Desmond,If you work hard enough, then yes you definitely can get promoted to officer! In regards to your other queries, it really depends on how much time to takes the army to vet you, and the number of other people that they have applying. There isn’t a definitive timeframe so to speak, because it depends on lots of factors, but hopefully they’ll be in touch soon!Best of luck,The How2Become Team March 26, 2019 at 9:51 am Reply Desmond says:Can someone goes to the assessment center and request to switch from a regular soldier to a regular officer despite the fact that his applicatio n has been granted as a regular soldier. March 26, 2019 at 8:52 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Desmond,Yes, you can switch your application to apply for the role of officer â€" a lot of the time if the assessors think that you are officer material then they will actually encourage you to change your application, in order to suit this.I hope this helps.Sincerely,The How2Become Team March 27, 2019 at 10:33 am Reply Muhammad says:I would like to join the British army as a foreigner it has always been part of my dream March 27, 2019 at 9:21 am Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Muhammad,Thanks for your comment. We recently wrote a blog on how to join the British army as a foreign national. You can check that out here: How to Join the British Army as a Foreigner or Commonwealth Citizen.Kind regards, The How2Become Team. March 27, 2019 at 10:39 am Reply Enyo says:hello …i have a very little pteryguim developing on my left eye….can i join April 10, 2019 at 12:18 am Reply Jordan C ooke says:Hi Enyo,In this case, you would be better placed to contact the Army directly â€" as this is a specific medical condition, which they may or may not accept. You can find more information on medical issues and whether they prohibit you from joining, via the Army Medical page Sincerely,The How2Become Team April 11, 2019 at 11:50 am Reply Awal Mohammed says:Am facing problems with the steps The nationality and residency can u help us April 19, 2019 at 10:38 pm Reply Jacob Senior says:Hi Awal,Nationality is determined by your citizenship. For example, if you are a British citizen, then your nationality is ‘British’.Residency is the amount of time you’ve spent living continuously in the UK or Ireland. So, if you’ve lived continuously in the UK for 5 years, then your time of residency is 5 years.We hope this helps, good luck with your application.Kind regards, The How2Become Team. April 23, 2019 at 9:23 am Reply Eugene obu says:Hi please do you have any idea abo ut what the army background checks involve. I applied to join the British Army as I was unable to enroll on my studies after entering the Uk. Will this have any negative impact on my background checks April 28, 2019 at 2:16 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Eugene,The army background are extremely rigorous. They’ll examine every single aspect that they can, from your criminal record to your family background. I suggest checking out our blog on the Army Eligibility Requirements for more info!Sincerely,The How2Become Team April 29, 2019 at 10:03 am Reply Oladokun Abiola says:Hi,please does this recruitment process apply to joining as an officer. July 13, 2019 at 1:34 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi there,No, if you are applying as an officer then you would face a different process. You can find out more about becoming an Army Officer, via our helpful resource. Sincerely,The How2Become Team July 16, 2019 at 9:06 am Reply Prince Baffour Awuah says:Hi Team, my name is Prince fro m Ghana. I have expressed interest to joining the Army. But, after so many days with my registering, I haven’t been able to move past the eligibility phase as i keep receiving: ”Save failed/500 error.” What could have gone wrong? Thanks in advance. Regards, Prince. July 25, 2019 at 8:07 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Prince,It sounds as if you are having a technical issues with Army website itself. In this case, it would be better to contact the Army directly, as they should be able to resolve this problem for you.Sincerely,The How2Become Team July 26, 2019 at 9:47 am Reply Michael says:hi team,i m Michael from Ghana i registered to join the British army on 16 of may 2019 i also had to call their helpline for at every 2 days it has been a challenge for me but thank GOD one lady called KERI at the army centre helped to complete my application today and i hope to hear from the army soon July 30, 2019 at 2:44 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Michael,That’s great news, we†™re glad to hear you sorted things out =]. We wish you the very best of luck with your assessments!Sincerely,The How2Become Team July 30, 2019 at 3:22 pm Reply Jahid says:Can i get back to my country’s army after being a captai?? August 17, 2019 at 9:35 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Jahid,This would largely depend on your own country’s stance towards past military service. We advise checking with them directly.Sincerely,The How2Become Team August 19, 2019 at 9:09 am Reply Michael says:Hi team im michael do the army send you the invitation letter through your candidate portal? August 29, 2019 at 6:48 pm Reply Stephen Affum Addo says:Hi. Im stephen Please how do i apply September 17, 2019 at 8:59 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Stephen,You can apply directly through the official Army website. Sincerely,The How2Become Team September 20, 2019 at 11:36 am Reply ricardo says:hi , i am waiting to send my police record but i realized that the last acceptance date is Octo ber and the e-mailed me to say look out for the next date whats the earliest in the year i may go because i want to plan a big event in my life September 17, 2019 at 9:35 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi Ricardo,For information on specific recruitment drives, you would need to contact the Army directly, as they should be able to provide you with accurate advice.Sincerely,The How2Become Team September 20, 2019 at 11:37 am Reply Mike says:I’m also from Ghana and applying.. Have they accepted your application? September 25, 2019 at 6:26 pm Reply Isaac Ndzeba says:Hi I am Isaac from GHANA and i am interested in joining the British Army. i am in the process of completing the Eligibility section which i am continuously getting ”Sending failed-500/error” at the sponsorship section. Due to this i am not able to proceed to complete my eligibility. Can anyone help out to proceed without seeing this error.?? November 6, 2019 at 4:26 am Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi there,You would need to contact the army directly for assistance with this â€" as we cannot advise on technical issues regarding the form. They should be able to help you out!Sincerely,The How2Become Team November 6, 2019 at 4:10 pm Reply Martin says:Hello,my name is Martin from Kenya,when will they open the window for commonwealth applicants this year because I visited the local army career centre physically and they said currently there isn’t any assessment areas available for commonwealth applicants. January 29, 2020 at 6:20 pm Reply Jordan Cooke says:Hi there,Unfortunately it’s not possible for us to give an exact timeframe on when commonwealth applicancy will open again â€" the best thing to do is to stay vigilant and keep checking periodically for openings.Sincerely,The How2Become Team January 31, 2020 at 10:33 am Reply Kenneth says:Pls wen is the 2020 recruitment forms coming out? February 1, 2020 at 10:37 am Reply Jeremiah Ibrahim Gbenga says:I am Jeremiah from Sierra Leone, I am very much passionate to join the British Army. Please i will like to know when the commonwealth application form would be available. Thanks… February 17, 2020 at 4:54 am Reply David chomba muthii from Kenya says:hi.am humbly requesting for an opportunity to serve in the army as a soldier February 25, 2020 at 9:48 am Reply

The Unspoken Message

The Unspoken Message How often has our message been mis-interpreted? We control this. It is our message and if we want it to come across the way we intend, we better make sure it is well thought out. It seems so basic. Just write what you want to say and it will be taken at face value. Yet, I am sure you have had other experiences. Seth Godin wrote a postWhat Sort of Accent Do You Have. Seth says: Not only the way you speakâ€"but the way you write and act. More than geography, accents now represent a choice of attitude. Andthis reminded me of some of the accents job seekers have. Rule number one in writing is to know your audience. To whom are you writing? If you dont know, then how do you know how they will perceive your message? Here are some easily fixed written communication errors: 1. Use a professional font for your emails. Black preferably. I am an Accountant with over five years of experience. What do you think when you see the sentence above? It is corny, juvenile, unprofessional, casual.. 2. Your email address is confusing or too personal. This doesnt need to happen today. Your email address should contain your name, nothing else and nobody elses. Some bad examples: redhotmorgans@xmail.combruceandsally@xmail.comsmellybilly@xmail.comgeorge1948@xmail.comhunterjohn@xmail.com 3. Dont use humor that might not be evident. lol may not reach your audience. 4. Emoticons dontcut itin professional emails. 5. Stay away from politics andreligion. 6. Check emotions at the door. Never write something when you are angry or emotionally charged. 7. Check for spelling and grammar before you send it. Back to Seth Godins point, what is the attitude you are conveyingdo a double check and make sure it is on target!