"Time to Pick up the PACE..."

I have been asked to proof read an article for the upcoming edition of the Hirer magazine today about the Government initiative PACE (Partnership Action for Continuing Employment) which was created to support individuals who have either been made redundant or face the threat of losing their job.

The article written by Nicola Hamilton talks of the aims and structure of PACE and makes clear that although “absolutely necessary” as the Shadow Minister for Economy and Skills, John Park states, it is at the moment not reaching as many people as it could. It's an interesting article and I do agree with the fact that it’s not publicised enough. I personally hadn't heard of PACE before today and think that if it's to help people then people definitely need to know the support exists.

It would be interesting to know if anyone has any experience, good or bad about the initiative.

Let me know…

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I've got that Friday feeling...

Friday has come at last...it seems like this has been a long week and I'm glad it's Friday. Whilst looking through the news and articles to discuss in my blog today I just couldn't concentrate. America job losses are worse than predicted, Police quiz Tory peer over expenses, Darling issues warning to bankers, the list goes on.But there are some days when you just want to forget the doom and gloom in the news and look at the positives.

Firstly, good luck Andy Murray - I'm not a big tennis fan but what a great role model, fingers crossed for him. Tonight I'm also looking forward to seeing the back of Sree, I’m sure all other big brother fans will agree he is an attention-seeking sneaky wee man and I'll be glad when he's gone - although I do wish they would do a triple eviction and get rid of Chris and Dogface at the same time - boring and pointless springs to mind.

Anyway, I’ll keep it short, have a great weekend, hope the sunshine lasts x

Could this woman get a job in your office?

I was reading the BBC news online and came across an article that raises interesting questions about what's suitable 'work attire' and if people are pushing the boundaries these days.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8116876.stm#hair

I no when I'm organising my clothes for work in the morning or buying new clothes I always try to find a balance between being comfortable and smart.I wonder what recruiters think when someone comes for an interview casual or informal - does it automatically make them negative about that person's ability and ultimately result in them hiring someone else.

Despite what people may say, I think people do get an impression of someone from what they are wearing and draw conclusions within the first few minutes of meeting them - whether it's right or wrong.It would be intersting to hear from everyone what they think is acceptable to wear to work and what is unacceptable and if you have ever hired someone despite their scruffy appearance?