Having gained a degree in Industrial Design and worked in both production and construction industries (planning / site management), I feel it is time to move on and develop my career – this is largely due to a lack of training, career path and, of course, salary.
While I have sought some relatively expensive professional careers advice, the only apparent route open to me is to start at the bottom (yet again!!) and work my way up – taking a hefty cut in salary in the process.

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I am a 32 yo. portuguese, and moved to London 19 months ago. I have two degrees, one in BA in economy and sociology, and a Master Science in Regional Development and strategies. I have 4 years of public sector in Business Development and 4 years in private sector in Project Management.
I can speak 6 languages and have 4 articles published, however i can not get a PROPER job.
I get two answers, over qualified for less qualified job, or without UK experience for jobs within my qualification range.
Since last 18 mounth i am working in a gambling shop.
How can i improve my situation ?

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Has anyone got any idea how an over 50 senior executive persuades potential employers to even ask him in for an interview? The CVs been written and re-written, the intro letter tailored but I’m still no further forward.
I’m beginning to despair…..

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As one of the original founders and CEO of the Jobsite Group, it’s no surprise that I’m passionate about recruitment. A job’s not just a job, it’s a big part of your life – so it’s very important that you enjoy what you do. The right job gives you a great sense of fulfilment and achievement. I have first hand experience of this when I moved from my software developer job to turn a business idea into reality! Ten years later I’m still here and love the fact that my job is constantly changing and presenting me with new challenges.

If you’re working in an environment where you feel that you fit in and that the work you are doing is meaningful, I think the possibilities for what you can do are almost endless. There’s more to people than meets the eye and that’s the most important thing to remember. Scratch the surface and you’ll be surprised at what you can find.

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I left the IT field about 8 years ago to help a friend with his business (running a restaurant).
After years of success in the restaurant business I am ready to return to the IT field. My wife wants a more stable family life and I do not blame her.
I know that the IT field has changed so much. Do you have any suggestion on returning to my old career?

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