Life At Work

Seven in-demand skills that’ll help you get hired in 2025

We’ve analysed millions of job adverts on Reed.co.uk to find the seven key skills that employers are looking for.

Top companies hiring February 2025

Find a job you’ll love this February with one of the top companies hiring this month.

Top companies hiring January 2025

Never have to say ‘new year, new me’ ever again… By finding a job you’ll love. We can’t help you stick to your new exercise routine this January. But we can help you bag a payrise in 2025 – and the best way to get one (see also: actually stick to your resolutions) is to […]

Top companies hiring September 2024

It’s September and we’re bringing you a bunch of top companies hiring this month. Fall in love with Mondays again.

Top companies hiring July 2024

Festival season is here – and so is your next job. Here are five of the top companies you could be working for this summer (and beyond).

Top companies hiring June 2024

It’s June: The perfect time to find a job you’ll love. And to help you out we’ve hand-picked the top companies hiring this month…

Five tips for working parents from a work-at-home mum

Expert blogger and work-at-home mum, Leyla Preston, Founder of Motherhood Diaries, shares her top tips for working parents.

Top companies hiring May 2024

Time for something new this summer? Take a look at the top companies hiring this May.

Top companies hiring April 2024

April doesn’t have to be dull and drizzly. Here’s the top companies hiring this month to brighten your day.

Top companies hiring March 2024

Make March the month you fall in love with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring right now.

Is AI really coming for your job?

It’s no secret that the rise of AI technology is changing our lives, from the way we do our jobs to how we search for our careers. Here’s how it could actually be for the better…

Three tips for finding a job you’ll love

Here are just three tips to help you find a job you’ll love (and Love Mondays) – courtesy of our free course, Life’s Work.

Top companies hiring February 2024

Forget Valentines Day. Find a job you’ll love this February. Here are the top companies hiring this month – and the roles they have on offer.

Top companies hiring January 2024

Start your January with a new job. Take a look at the top companies hiring and the roles they have on offer.

Top companies hiring December 2023

Christmas is coming… and so are the top companies hiring in December 2023. Take a look today and find your next role.

Celebrate and donate – Big Give Christmas Challenge 2023

Find out more about The Big Give Christmas Challenge 20223 and how you can get involved.

We’re partnering with Global’s Make Some Noise 2023

We’re a proud partner of Global’s Make Some Noise campaign. Here’s how, alongside Big Give, we’re helping to make a difference.

Black Friday: when is it and what deals on courses are coming?

Black Friday is coming. Here’s everything we know about our biggest courses sale, and what to expect when the time comes.

GCSE results day: What are your options?

Here are just some of the things you could do after getting your GCSE results.

Top companies hiring August 2023

Find a job you’ll love with one of the top companies hiring this August.

Revealed: Top workplace worries 2023

Worry about what your colleagues think of you? You’re not alone. Our latest research reveals what people worry about at work.

Top companies hiring June 2023

Summer is officially here. Turn up the heat on your job search with the top companies hiring this June.

Top companies hiring May 2023

To prove that bank holidays aren’t the only way to help you Love Mondays, here are five of the top companies hiring in May. 

Top companies hiring April 2023

April: the month of random rainstorms, chocolate eggs and… jobs? Here are just five of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Four ways the Reed.co.uk LGBTQ+ inclusion group supports our co-members

It’s no secret, at Reed.co.uk we Love Mondays. But we also love creating an inclusive environment for the people who work here…

Workplace words glossary: A dictionary of the most used slang words in the workplace

The slang word ‘goals’ is anticipated to be the most used workplace phrase of the year in 2023, with the lines between people’s personal and workplace vocabularies becoming increasingly blurred.

We went on a mission to understand how social media trends are having an impact on people’s lingo in the workplace.

Five ways to make Mondays work for you

What does it actually mean to Love Mondays?  The truth is, it’s different for everyone. It’s the feeling you get when you love your job and look forward to going into work. It could be finding your purpose, or gaining the skills you need to progress your career – and getting paid what you actually […]

14 career lessons from your favourite Christmas movies

OK, so we all know that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. The second best way? Gifs from your favourite festive films which are in some way applicable to you. Obviously.

Top companies hiring December 2022

Give yourself an early Christmas present this year… by finding a job you adore. Take a look at the top companies hiring this December.

Five key skills to master good teamwork

Whatever industry you work in, it’s important to play well with others. Find out the skills you need to master good teamwork.

Why we’re supporting The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2022

Reed.co.uk is proud to support The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2022. Find out the causes we’re supporting this year – and why you should too.

Top companies hiring November 2022

It’s never too late to find a job you love. Could your next role be with one of these top companies?

5 Christmas jobs you can apply for right now

Searching for something special this festive season? Take a look at the top 5 Christmas jobs. Find a job you adore this Christmas (and beyond).

Top companies hiring October 2022

Break out the knitwear and cosy up somewhere comfy, because we’re bringing you the top companies hiring this October.

Top companies hiring September 2022

If you’re looking for a career change, here are just a few of the top companies hiring this month and the roles they have on offer. 

How to find a job to help you Love Mondays

Looking for a job you truly adore? We can help with that. Here’s your comprehensive guide to Loving Mondays.

Why you need the Reed.co.uk app

Searching for your next move? Find out how the Reed.co.uk can help you find a job you love.

How to: Learn a new language

We’ve already covered some benefits of being bilingual, but here are five of our top tips on how to learn a new language (flashcards on standby).

Top companies hiring August 2022

Time for a change? Take a look at the top companies hiring this month and find a role that makes you Love Mondays.

Five reasons to learn a new language

Not sure whether you need to ditch the phrase book? Here are five great reasons you should start learning a new language right now.

Top companies hiring July 2022

We get it: hunting for your next career move in the heat may not be top of the agenda. So don’t worry – we’ve done the hard work for you. Here are just a few of the hottest companies hiring this July.

Five ways to support the LGBTQ+ community beyond Pride

It’s not only Pride month when we should be proud. Here are five ways you can show support for your colleagues and the LGBTQ+ community.

Top companies hiring June 2022

Need something new? Here are five of the top companies hiring in June – so you can find a role one royally adores.

Top companies hiring May 2022

Looking for a job you adore this month? Here are just five of the great companies hiring on Reed.co.uk in May.

Top companies hiring April 2022

Looking for a sweet new job in April? Here are just five of the great companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month.

Six reasons to reject a job offer

If you’re on the fence about accepting a role, here are six great reasons you might decide to turn down a job offer.

#IWD2022 – Six ways to improve your career progression

In celebration of #IWD2022, and irrespective of whatever box you tick, here are a few ways in which you can support your own career advancement.

Resignation retraction letter

Changed your mind about leaving your job? Here’s a sample resignation retraction letter, and tips on how to withdraw your resignation. 

10 icebreaker questions for work

So you’re aren’t stuck for what to say, here are 10 icebreaker questions that will help get the conversation going (and example answers).

Top companies hiring February 2022

Looking for a new start in February? Here are five of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk this month (and some of the great jobs on offer).

10 tips for your first day at work

To help you come across as confident, engaged and motivated to your new colleagues, here are 10 tips for nailing your first day at work.

What type of communicator are you?

Here’s a quiz to help you find out your communication style, courtesy of our free leadership & management course.

Top companies hiring January 2022

New year, new career? To help you reach your career goals in 2022, here are five great companies that are hiring in January. 

Five career New Year’s resolutions you can actually stick to

To make sure your career is going in the right direction in 2022, here are five career New Year’s resolutions you can actually stick to.

£24m raised as part of #ChristmasChallenge21

We’re pleased to announce that the Big Give Christmas Challenge raised a record-breaking £24 million this year. Here’s how they did it.  

Top companies hiring December 2021

Want to kick off Christmas with a new job? These cracking companies are hiring (and here are the roles they have on offer).

How to quit a job without notice

There may be a time when it’s not possible or it’s best not to give notice when you leave a role. Here are our top tips on how to walk away without giving notice.  

The top companies hiring for Christmas 2021

Looking for a cracker of a Christmas job? Here are 10 great companies hiring for seasonal staff right now (and the roles they have on offer).

Five jobs to help fight climate change

Passionate about protecting the planet? Here are five great climate change careers you could consider (and our advice on how to find them).

Top companies hiring November 2021

If you’re ready to love Mondays again, and you’re looking for a job you adore, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Autumn Budget 2021: What it means for UK workers

The Autumn Budget 2021 has finally been revealed. But what does it mean for UK workers? Here’s everything you need to know.

10 good things that are happening in the world right now

To help bring some much-needed positivity (and also, bees) into your life, here are 10 good things that are happening in the world right now.

Revealed: The biggest frustrations about searching for work in 2021

We surveyed 2,000 workers across the UK to find out their biggest bugbears when searching for work. Here’s what they had to say.

Top companies hiring October 2021

If you’re ready to love Mondays again, and you’re looking for a job you adore, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now.

Five tips for returning to the office after the pandemic

How do people feel about returning to the office over the coming months? Here’s what we found out – and our tips to help you make the transition.

The Great Resignation (and what it means for your career)

Thinking about finding a new job? You’re not alone. Here’s how to take advantage of the impending ‘Great Resignation’.

How to: Write a to do list for work

Looking for a structured way to improve your productivity? Here’s everything you need to know about writing a to do list for work.

Top companies hiring September 2021

Looking for a new role this month? Here are just five of the great companies hiring in September – and some of the jobs they have on offer.

A level results day: What are your options?

Just got your A level results, and not sure where to go next? Here are some of our top tips to help you weigh up the options.

Top companies hiring August 2021

If you’re looking for work right now, here are just five companies hiring on Reed.co.uk in August – and some of the roles they have on offer.

The class of 2021: How looking for graduate jobs has changed this year

Here’s a look at how the job market has changed for 2021 graduates and our advice on how to find a graduate job that matches your skills. 

Five of the best data entry jobs you can do from home

If you’re looking for a role that offers great flexibility, here are five of the best data entry jobs you can do from home. 

Working hours: What you need to know

To ensure you’re working within your rights (and to answer any questions you may have), here’s everything you need to know about working hours.

How to write a handover

Not sure how to handle a handover? We’ve got you. Here’s everything you need to know about a handover, and our advice on how to write one.

High Income Child Benefit Charge: What you need to know

We spoke to HMRC, to find out everything you need to know about the High Income Child Benefit Charge, and their advice on how to ensure you’re paying the right amount.

How to: Call in sick

No matter how hard you fight it, getting sick is an inevitable part of life. We’ve already covered everything you need to know about returning to work after sickness, but here are our tips on how to call in sick.

Goodbye email templates

To help you say goodbye in the right way, here are our top tips on writing a goodbye email, along with a few goodbye email templates to get you started.

How to: Get feedback at work

Asking for feedback isn’t always easy. To make sure you’re receiving all the advice you need to progress, here are our top tips on how to get feedback at work.

Annual leave: What you need to know

No matter how much you love your job, everyone needs a break. To make sure you understand the process, here’s everything you need to know about annual leave:

Five reasons you’re unhappy at work

OK, so you might not enjoy every second of your job. To help you improve your day-to-day, here are five reasons you’re unhappy at work (and our advice on how to tackle them): 

Out of office email template

Getting out of the office? Don’t forget your inbox. To help you write your out of office email, here’s everything you need to know, along with a few templates for you to choose from:

How to: Take criticism at work

Criticism is never an easy thing to hear. So to help you take negative feedback gracefully, here’s our guide to how to take criticism at work:

Relocation: What you need to know

Moving can be stressful. To make sure you make the right decision, here’s everything you need to know about relocating for work:

360 degree appraisal: What you need to know

Getting feedback from your colleagues doesn’t always have to be personal. To help you understand how they work, here’s everything you need to know about 360 degree appraisals: