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2020 cybersecurity job report

Posted on August 10, 2020August 10, 2020 by Karla Jobling

2020 has been an unusal year in the cybersecurity job market. I conducted a survey into how cybersecurity professionals viewed the landscape, and how they were approaching their own career. Rather than relying on anecdotal evidence, the results provide a view into the current market. With some clear changes, it is overall positive reading for[…]

Posted in Careers, Cyber, Recruitment

My commitments to improve racial diversity in cybersecurity

Posted on June 14, 2020 by Karla Jobling

Ive always spoke up for inclusion within cybersecurity. This has mostly focussed on the gender gap and more recently, neurodiversity. I’ve stayed away from talking about race. I was scared to say the wrong thing, trying to fix an issue I can never fully relate to. I’m seeing why that was the wrong choice and[…]

Posted in Business, Cyber, Equality

Should you accept a counter offer

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

  There is a lot of information out there that will tell you why you shouldn’t accept a counter-offer so is there ever a reason why you should? And if not, how do you prepare to turn that extra money down?   If it was just about the money. If you love your current job[…]

Posted in Careers

Signs you’ve found the perfect candidate for the job

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

You should be excited about a perfect candidate when you met them. You will likely be keen to rearrange their second interview straight away. This excitement can should have a basis in competency or ability, not just gut feel. However, being excited about a member of your team is important. You have to work with them[…]

Posted in Careers, Recruitment

Why you shouldn’t take a job just for the money

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

When I speak to people who are looking to leave their job, their reason is very rarely that they are not being paid enough. They are looking because they don’t like their boss, they are no longer being challenged or there have been changes at the company. These are the things that make you miserable[…]

Posted in Careers

Questions to ask before accepting a new job?

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

Why do you enjoy working here? This question shows you have an interest in the person you may be working with. It often also endears you to them, as it shows you as someone interested in the wider culture and in the people you work with. Aside from these benefits, it will give you a[…]

Posted in Careers

Questions to ask before accepting a new job?

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

Why do you enjoy working here? This question shows you have an interest in the person you may be working with. It often also endears you to them, as it shows you as someone interested in the wider culture and in the people you work with. Aside from these benefits, it will give you a[…]

Posted in Careers

Looking for executives to share their lessons about career growth

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

What is your current position and company? MD, BeecherMadden and Nicoll Curtin. A global headhunting firm, currently building our US business.   How long has it taken you to get there? 12 years   What was your very first professional position? My first role from university was in real estate.   What is one thing[…]

Posted in Business

Girlbosses! What’s Your Best Productivity Hack?

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlareffold/?originalSubdomain=uk If there is something you can easily pay someone else to do, then do it! Your time is more valuable and can be used to work on your business, or to give you some much needed time to relax. Taking away the pressure to do it all, will make you more productive in business.[…]

Posted in Business, Equality

How to Create Positive Employee Experiences When Company Culture Changes

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Karla Jobling

I experienced this when selling my recruitment company, to a larger organisation.   In your opinion, why do some employees view a change in company culture as a negative? People are naturally nervous about change. Any change, especially if they haven’t been consulted will be viewed negatively. How do you communicate those changes to keep[…]

Posted in Recruitment

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