Swiss Army People - 2 Minute Briefing - 06/05
In todays briefing take a look at the ultimate guide in finding a new job, a company currently hiring 10,000 up North, the latest freelance roles and track the kindness amid the pandemic.
Hello folks,
Here is the latest 2 minute briefing for the 06/05/20.
If you missed our last briefing, you can find that here
Quick Note - We are looking for people who have been clients at agencies for quick 2 minute online survey we are conducting. We would appreciate any time you have spare to help us with our research. Visit our survey .
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The British Museum Collection - The museum have now made lots of their collection available online which is a create way to pass the time and learn about 1.9m artefacts. Images downloadable for free use under CC 4.0. Have a scan.
The Ultimate Guide to Finding a New Job Fast & Efficiently is the title of this Medium article written by Adriaan Kolf. The article features great tips around improving your Linkedin profile, CV and job hunting. Take a look.
Not Furlong- You’ve probably come across it before but a group of creatives have banded together to offer their knowledge and expertise to charities and businesses. You can join as a helper or request their help.
Clear The Airdrop - An ingenius way of ensuring people keep 2m apart from you by sending designs for people who are a bit too close to you. It’s a clever way of being passive aggressive without having to talk to someone. Get your designs here
A-Z of AI - A really insightful resource from Google, to help you understand the most important terms when discussing AI. Give it a try.
Why Work Doesn’t Happen At Work - A conversation I stumbled upon today led me to watch this TED Talk from 10 years ago from Basecamp found Jason Fried around how actual work is never really done within that 40hr work week. Do we give ourselves time to reflect on what we do? Spare some time to watch
Nestlums - This great website is perfect for any parent with children under 10yrs to teach them and understand the concept of digital money in a safe environment. Take a look
Design Calendar - If you’re looking to stay on top of all things design, here is a great list of online events in the coming months. There are free ones and some you do have to pay for but via Design Calendar you can get discount. Check it out
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(Sticky feat) - Super Tech Jobs Spreadsheet - Co-founder of Adzuna Andrew Hunter has created a Google docs of companies currently hiring in the UK & Beyond. So far over 2000 jobs have been added. Take a look
Dig For Britain - A company that Swiss Army People co-founder Ben Southworth has partnered on is currently looking to hire 10,000 people based up North. It’s a great opportunity and you can apply today.
Sphere Recruitment - The recruitment agency are sending out a daily list of their positions they are hiring for and they are keen to get in touch to help you find your role. Check out their latest job post
OffPayRoll.Org - Digital Project Manager (Remote Contract) £ - TBC - learn more
Umbilical - Global Business Analytics Manager (Contract) £ - TBC - learn more
TalkTalk - UX Designer (Perm, Salford,) £ - DoE - learn more
Toaster - Digital PM/Producers for roles (Contract) Belfast,NI - £ - TBC - learn more
Write Label - Freelance Writer (Contract) £ - TBC - learn more
IT Talent Solutions - UI Designer (Contract) £ - TBC- learn more
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GitLab have created a report called The Future of Work is Remote curated from a 3000 adult sample size. The report features lots of great insights, challenges and opportunities. Take a look
The BBC was until a few months ago at loggerheads with the UK government around the debate of the license fee and the status against those that don’t pay. The Government want to change the law so failure to pay wouldn’t be a criminal act but more of a civil debt. This could cost the Beeb an estimated £200m. Learn more
Insights from Hollywood is a slide deck created by Charlie Quirk taking your knowledge around film to a whole new level.
Take your mind away from the negative and lethargic news around this pandemic and instead take a look at the Kindness Amid the Coronavirus which is a project tracking positive stories around the world.