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...
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Mind
TOP 10: Songs to put on your Werkin’ Playlist
What's one way to get motivated? Music. At Werk, we've narrowed down our top 10 songs to put on your Werkin' Playlist! 1. Work by Rihanna https://open.spotify.com/track/72TFWvU3wUYdUuxejTTIzt?si=42c51b37787146da 2. Money Power Glory by Lana Del Rey...
Working from home: A step-by-step guide
Here is your guide on how to master working from home, made by Werk member Ellie Pierce. For more advice on working from home, read more here.
Identity
Our Top 10 films and series with strong careers women representations
Finding representations of strong careers women can be difficult in a world of voyeuristic film productions and stereotyped characters. But, amongst the ruckus, we have found our personal top 10 films and series that have a career-driven female character. Suits The...
Navigating the July 4th General Election: A Young Woman’s Guide to Voting Amid Summer Moves, Euros, and Wimbledon
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that the next General Election will be held on Thursday, July 4th. This timing is particularly notable for young people, especially university students, as it coincides with the start of the summer holidays. Many students will...
Career
Steel beams and glass ceilings: women in construction
Women in construction account for just 11 per cent of the workforce - leaving the industry still heavily male-dominated and begging questions for women looking to go into the sector. But championing the 11 per cent, we spoke to three young women proving you can thrive...
Beyond the bursary: Nursing as a career for the caring
If you’re looking to pursue nursing but have reservations about training for an underpaid role, these brilliant nurses from both ends of the experience spectrum will assure you that human connection trumps financial reward. Maddie Wainwright, 21, a student nurse from...
Brand
6 successful women and the canine key to their success
We’ve all heard the famous saying ‘a dog is a man’s best friend’, but dogs can also be the perfect companions for women, especially successful ones. Let’s meet the bark behind some of the world's most successful women and see if their dogs’ traits match their owners....
The NHS versus the private sector: where should you work?
Strike action and pay cuts have made the debate between private and NHS healthcare a hot topic. So what’s the real deal? If you’re training to be a doctor or nurse right now, you’re probably wondering if the NHS is still the best option. Let’s break down the real...
