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Career Advice

Relocation, relocation, relocation: is it right for you?

Taking on a new role can be a daunting prospect at the best of times, so the idea of relocating to a different country or continent to take on a new career opportunity is enough to take anyone out of their comfort zone. But if you’re ready for a new challenge, relocating can offer a […]
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Recruitment Advice

In recruitment, honesty is the best hiring policy

Clients, candidates and recruiters alike need to be fully honest, open, and transparent in order to achieve the best possible outcome – a contented, capable and committed employee. But what does that look like in practice? In this blog, we take a deep dive into the importance of honesty in the recruitment process, and outline […]
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Career Advice

How to resign: Our guide to handling the process professionally and painlessly

Resigning from a job isn’t something we do every day. In fact, most people will probably be able to count the number of times they resign during their career on just one hand! So it’s hardly surprising that many people are unsure how to go about it. If you’ve made the decision to move on […]
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Recruitment Advice

Attracting the best: Why DEI needs to be central to your recruitment strategy

Now more than ever, companies are prioritising diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Forward-thinking firms are putting people first, creating new opportunities for diverse talent, and changing their business processes and ways of working. If you haven’t already made DEI a central pillar of your recruitment and retention strategies, now’s the time to start. Investment in […]
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Career Advice

What does AI mean for the consulting industry?

It’s official. AI and machine learning can no longer be disregarded as the latest business buzzwords. Far from being a passing fad, artificial intelligence is now rapidly transforming the way we live, work and do business. If you’re not already up to speed on AI and its capabilities, now’s the time to gen-up. As a […]
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Career Advice

Building successful client relationships – from discovery to consistency

Strong, long-term relationships are key to the success of your consulting career. At Ascent, the relationships we’ve developed with our clients over the last twelve years have been essential to our growth and success, and we’re proud to say that we’ve been working with some of our clients since the earliest days of Ascent Professional […]
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Career Advice

Moving from industry to consulting – is the grass really greener?

Are you considering a move from industry to consulting? You’re not alone. It’s something we often hear from people who have carved out a successful industry career, or developed a particular area of expertise over the years. After all, your skillset, experience and expertise are likely to make you a valuable (and valued) asset for […]
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