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It's wonderful to be at work - getting paid for doing something you enjoy doing. That's an ideal situation, and you may not be in your ideal situation right now. But while you're waiting, you could be using your time in a worthwhile way.
Here are some websites we've selected that help put work into perspective in your life
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WORK & VOLUNTEERING
Nothing fills a gap in a CV so well as a spell of voluntary work. Besides putting your existing experience to good use, working a different organisation could teach you some new and valuable skills, introducing you to a new field you hadn't previously considered and you'll have a real advantage when you apply for a job.
Giving the value of your time repays dividends in feeling valued, and know that you have much to contribute.
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Experience Corps
We guarantee that your experience, whatever it is, is just what someone somewhere needs…
Your commitment and dedication will be rewarded in many other ways. As for the hours you work, that’s entirely up to you. However much or little time you have to spare, your skills will be appreciated.
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Just Do Something
Welcome to Just Do Something
Just Do Something is designed to help Common Purpose participants and graduates turn principles into practice.
It's a forum for exchanging experiences and advice. It's a meeting place. It's a living database of people and projects. And it's a "clearing house" for new challenges and board level opportunities in other sectors.
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Timebank
TimeBank is a national volunteering campaign raising the awareness of giving time through voluntary work, inspiring a whole new generation of volunteers. TimeBank appeals to people like you who know that their time and skills are in demand - but just don't know what to do about it or where to start. |
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Voluntary Resource
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Do-it
do-it provides advice and information about all aspects of volunteering including how it can help you get the career you want. With the job market so competitive, getting experience and skills as a volunteer can be the best way to learn more about what you want to do and get an edge when you apply. |
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Community Volunteer Service
CSV works to reconnect people to their community through volunteering and training and so to enrich people’s lives.
Over 8,500 people a year are given the chance for a better future through the learning opportunities CSV can provide. We can give them a chance to get into work or learn new skills.
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Media Trust
Communication skills are vital for all organisations, and if the voluntary
sector is to play a full part in society its work must be seen and heard.
Any organisation wanting to take full advantage of the digital age will need professional skills, resources, information and contacts. These are what the Media Trust provide Jon Snow, Deputy Chairman
The Media Trust offers you the chance to help charities by giving your time and skills |
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LEARNING FOR WORK
The key to staying in the front is keeping up to speed with the latest thinking, the latest software programmes. Add a good understanding of current trends to your track record of achievements - it's a winning combination. Here are some useful links to organisations that can help you identify your training needs, and carry on learning.
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FIT FOR WORK
Age isn't what it used to be. We're all living longer, working longer - and we want to ensure that our bodies are as fit as our minds. There's no need to let your years be a burden to your body or a barrier to staying fit and healthy. Fit for work and healthy to enjoy life away from work. Here are some links to organisations that help you keep yourself in top physical condition and combat work-related physical challenges.
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ALTERNATIVE - WORK & LIFE BALANCE
Our generation wants to be working. It's something we were brought up with, this 'work ethic' thing. But in some of us, the desire to be useful and productive can be a little over-developed. It's true that no-one says on their deathbed, 'I wish I'd spent more time at the office'. Sometimes we need a little help in establishing that work-life balance, in growing a few hobbies and learning that work is only part of the story. Here are a some links to organisations, that can help put our working lives - and our efforts in trying to find work - into a broader perspective.
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