By Wendy – Writer from Content Campfire There is a wide range of roles within the hospitality industry. The sector includes tour operators, hotel managers, and even PR managers. It is such a fast-paced industry, so if you want to be successful, there are plenty of skills you’ll need. And…

Reuben’s Retreat
By Lakshmi Thurairatnam Our team here at Platinum Plus Recruitment we are collaborating closely with a great charity, Reuben’s Retreat that supports families bereaved of a child and families of children with a life limiting and life threatening illness. Reuben’s Retreat was born in memory of Reuben Michael Graham who tragically passed away in…

How far back should your CV go?
By Chris Pennington If you have had a successful career that goes back decades, sometimes with multiple companies, it can seem daunting to think of what to include on a CV and how far back it should go. Some applicants make the mistake of preparing a CV that’s too long…

Thought of the moment: ‘Embrace silence. Listen carefully and be mindful of what you learn in the process.’
By Hali Long The Art of Listening To truly listen can be a hard task, perhaps even a hard ‘ask’. Likewise, to have someone really listen to you, can be a rare thing nowadays. Many listen half-heartedly unintentionally, whilst keeping an eye on their emails on their laptop or phone…

How a recruitment agency can save you money & advantages of a temporary workforce
By Lakshmi Thurairatnam Sometimes organisations may require extra employees for a few days a week or for a one-off role. Ordinarily it can be a challenge to locate the right person who is willing to take on such short-term project, especially at short notice. There are often plenty of competent…

What I learned in a year of being a freelance journalist
By Frazer Norwell Hi, I am Frazer and I have been a freelance journalist since graduating from the University of Kent’s Centre for Journalism in 2019. During this time, I’ve worked with ITV News, BBC Radio 2, The Daily Mail, and The Sun. As I am currently considering my next…

Thought of the moment; ‘Read in your time of need..’
Book Blog by Hali Long Reading has always been a deep passion of mine. One of the reasons why I love it so much is that you can learn so much from a book. Whether it’s an auto-biography, non-fiction story or even a fiction book, there is so much you…

Tips on CV writing and how to keep motivated if you are affected by redundancy
By Hali Long Working in recruitment, I come across a large amount of CV’s on a daily basis. Sending your CV to a prospective employer or recruitment agency is usually the first port of call in a job application process. Therefore, it is vitally important that you ensure it is…

Thought of the moment:
‘A single positive thought can change your whole day!’ Blog by Hali Long Mental health & working from home. With everything that is happening right now in the world, positive thinking is so important. Why? Well, by starting your day with a single positive thought, whatever that may be, it…