Learning Disability Week: Do you hear me?
Why is it important to continue raising awareness on learning disabilities and keep the conversation ongoing? With Learning Disability Week approaching on the 17th to 23rd June, UK charity Mencap are celebrating and supporting people with learning disabilities and...
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Mind
Dealing with postnatal depression whilst managing your career
Mental health is never linear. It appears in different forms and can be caused by anything. Postnatal depression, in particular, is common among mothers but is still considered to be a taboo subject The number of new mothers who experience postnatal depression in the...
Alone in a room full of people : Social Anxiety in the workplace
“Imagine starting your day filled with dread, worried about all the interactions ahead. Even simple greetings can feel monumental, and making small talk in the break room feels like a nightmare. Making eye contact might seem impossible, and there’s always a fear that...
Identity
Learning Disability Week: Do you hear me?
Why is it important to continue raising awareness on learning disabilities and keep the conversation ongoing? With Learning Disability Week approaching on the 17th to 23rd June, UK charity Mencap are celebrating and supporting people with learning disabilities and...
A General Election womanifesto
With the upcoming general election, we have devised a feminist manifesto which outlines the political changes women want to see. At Werk, we may not be experts on the world of politics, but we know what we want for women across the country. The general election is...
Career
How to manage a stable income- investing for future you
Werk spoke to Abby Birch, a personal finance expert. She is an experienced financial adviser, coach, and trainer who offers expert training, workshops, and support for organisations and their employees to elevate financial literacy and promote employee well-being. To...
From hospitality to corporate: The next steps to changing career paths
When is it the right time to transition from hospitality to corporate and pursue your dream career? The flexibility the hospitality industry can provide can suit many different lifestyles and the sociable aspect can really draw you in. But sometimes the idea of a more...
Brand
Feeling like a fraud: How to manage imposter syndrome in the workplace
How do we get over those doubts of never feeling good enough in our careers and stop imposter syndrome from taking over? According to Simply Psychology, imposter syndrome is an internal experience of self doubt and feeling as though you are a fraud or not as competent...
The Two-Pronged Approach: How to get hired in the fashion industry
For those interested in working in the fashion industry, endless time is spent trying to perfect the creative CV. You’ve probably mastered Canva and Photoshop by now. What if I told you that all those hours could be a waste. Richard Lambert is a professional CV...
