Life At Work

Money saving tips 2026

Money might not buy happiness. But it can help. From budgeting tips to thrifty life hacks, here are our top money saving tips for 2026.

Economies of scale: What they are and how they impact your job

What are economies of scale? We explain the definition, the types, and how they can affect your salary and job security.

How to save money in January

Suffering from a financial hangover? Here are some practical tips on budgeting, cutting costs, and how to save money in January.

How to: Manage your mental health whilst jobseeking

To help you take the process one step at a time, here are some of our top tips on how to manage your mental health whilst looking for work.

Discrimination in job adverts: Four things you should never see

Spotted a red flag in a job description? From age limits to gender bias, here are four things you should never see in a job advert.

Out of office email examples

Going on holiday? Don’t forget your auto-reply. Browse our out of office email examples and learn how to set them up in Outlook and Gmail.

How to set SMART goals and objectives

Want to achieve more? Learn how to set SMART goals and objectives with our comprehensive guide – including examples and actionable tips.

Changing careers: What you need to know

Thinking about changing careers? From signs it’s time to leave, to how to make the leap and retraining options, here’s everything you need to know.

How to improve your communication skills

Want to get your point across clearly? From active listening to body language, here are six tips on how to improve your communication skills.

What is a notice period?

Handing in your resignation? Find out what a notice period is, how long yours should be, and your rights regarding pay and garden leave.

What is a sabbatical?

Thinking of taking a break from work? We explain what a sabbatical is, how to ask your employer for one, and how to plan your time off.

How to offer condolences to a colleague

Unsure how to offer condolences to a colleague? Read our guide on writing professional sympathy messages, with examples for emails and cards.

How to retract a resignation (with example letter)

Changed your mind about leaving your job? Here’s how to withdraw your resignation professionally, along with a sample retraction letter.

How to show initiative at work (and why you should)

Learn what taking the initiative means and how you can demonstrate it at work. Find practical examples and tips to help you stand out in your career.

Flexitime: What you need to know

What is flexitime and how can it improve your work-life balance? We explain the rules, benefits, and how to request flexi hours from your employer.

Top companies hiring December 2025

Looking for a new job this December? Discover top companies hiring, including Benefit Cosmetics, Holland & Barrett, and Rolls-Royce.

What is integrity and why is it important at work?

Learn what integrity in the workplace means, see examples of it in action, and discover why it’s a vital quality for your career success.

Big Give Christmas Challenge 2025: How to double your donation

Here’s everything you need to know about The Big Give Christmas Challenge, and how you can double your donation for your favourite cause.

20 of the best New Year’s resolution ideas for 2026

New Year, new career? Here are 20 resolutions for your career, personal growth, and mental health that you can actually stick to in 2026.

Work from home jobs vs. hybrid jobs: Which one is right for you?

Unsure whether a remote or hybrid job is for you? Here are the pros and cons of each to help you decide on your next career move.

Eight of the greatest ways to resign

Although we don’t condone (nor recommend) trying these at home, here are eight of the greatest ways people have actually resigned.

How to quit a job without notice

Can you resign with immediate effect? We explain the rules, the risks, and how to quit a job without notice if you really have to.

360 degree appraisal: What you need to know

Learn what a 360 degree appraisal is, how it differs from a traditional review, and how to use the 360 feedback to advance your career.

Full-time hours vs. part-time hours: What you need to know

Here’s everything you need to know about full-time hours and part-time hours – and how to work out which one is right for you.

Goodbye email templates: How to write the perfect farewell

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.

A day in the life of a Data Scientist

Discover what Data Scientists do, from analysing datasets to building machine learning models. Figure out if it’s the right career for you, and how to get started.

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.

Work appraisals: What you need to know about performance reviews

Not good at self-reflection? It’s time to learn. To make sure you’re making the most of it, here’s everything you need to know about appraisals.

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.

Five tips to guarantee career progression

Looking to move up? Don’t miss out. To help motivate you, here are five tips to guarantee your career progression.

STAR method: What you need to know

Never heard of the STAR interview technique before? Here’s everything you need to know – and how you can use it to nail your next interview.

Business buzzwords: Decoded

Confused by business buzzwords? Learn what common corporate phrases actually mean and how to use them strategically.

Reed.co.uk’s Million Job Giveaway: Why it’s great news for jobseekers

With thousands of new jobs coming to Reed.co.uk thanks to our Million Job Giveaway, discover why now is the ideal time to find a job you’ll love.

The top companies hiring in London right now

The capital is buzzing with opportunities. To help inspire you, here are eight of the top companies to work for in London that are actively hiring right now.

Why UK workers are taking on second jobs in 2025

17% of UK workers are seeking second jobs due to rising costs. Here’s why side hustles are booming, and how you can find the right one for you.

10 good things that are happening in the world right now

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

Adult social care jobs: What you need to know

Want to learn more about a career in the care industry? To help inspire you, here’s our practical guide to adult social care jobs.

Job hunting in 2025: What are jobseekers really looking for?

UK workers are on the move in 2025, and it’s not just about climbing the career ladder. Here’s what jobseekers are looking for this year.

Top CV mistakes to avoid (and what to do instead)

Struggling to set your CV apart? You could be making some of the most common CV mistakes. Here’s our advice on what to avoid…

Resignation letter templates

Ready to leave your job, but not sure how to put it into words? Here are our resignation letter templates to help you get the ball rolling:

Pride Month: How to support LGBTQ+ inclusion at work (and beyond)

Here’s our advice on how you can help make your workplace and community more inclusive this Pride Month, and beyond…

Quiet quitting vs. revenge quitting

In 2025, some UK workers are leaving their jobs in two less conventional ways. But what’s really behind the trend of ‘quiet quitting’ and ‘revenge quitting’?

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.

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.

Celebrate and donate – Big Give Christmas Challenge 2023

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

GCSE results day: What are your options?

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

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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).

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.

£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.  

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.

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.

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:

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:

Eight signs you’re due a promotion

Career progression isn’t always easy. We’ve already covered how to get promoted, but here are eight signs you’re probably due a promotion:

Starting a new job advice

Starting a new job can be nerve-racking, no matter how confident you are. Make sure you make the right impression, and get off to the perfect start.

How to: Get promoted

Think it’s time you moved up within your organisation? Here’s a quick guide on how to get promoted (you know, just in case)…

Eight things everyone feels when starting a new job

About to start a new job? Don’t let the fear get the better of you. To help bring your irrational fears back down to reality, here’s how to overcome eight common concerns everyone has when starting a new job:

How to: Stop feeling nervous about starting a new job

Regardless of where you are in your career, starting a new job can be a scary ordeal. To ease your first day anxieties, here are our top tips to help you stop feeling nervous about starting a new job: