Bookcareers: Recent Episodes
Suzanne Collier
Welcome to Scottish Careers Week 2024!
In episode 245 of bookcareers live we speak to Vikki Reilly, Business Development Manager for Publishing Scotland.
To tie in with Scottish Careers Week, we discuss the publishing landscape in Scotland, what career opportunities there are and if the only publishing jobs are remote working. So if you want to know how to find a job in Scottish Publishing, what networks are available, and what other openings there may be, do have a listen.
We also talk about the work of Publishing Scotland and how you can be involved in their activities.
This episode references the following resources:-
Publishing Scotland
Home
Creative Scotland
https://www.creativescotland.com/
SYP (Scotland)
Scotland
Creative Edinburgh
https://creative-edinburgh.com/
Xpo North
https://xponorth.co.uk/
Culture and Business Scotland
https://www.cultureandbusiness.scot/
Literature Alliance Scotland
https://literaturealliancescotland.co.uk/
Stirling University – Publishing Studies
https://www.publishing.stir.ac.uk/
Napier University (Edinburgh) – Publishing Studies
https://www.napier.ac.uk/courses/msc-publishing-postgraduate-fulltime
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Publishing is evolving into a more inclusive industry, and with 20%* of the UK workforce exhibiting neurodivergent characteristics, accommodating those who identify as neurodivergent is essential to this progress.
In this episode of bookcareers Live, we talk to Jens Bammel who is an expert coach and mentor for neurodivergent clients, We ask questions such as, why do managers and recruiters need to know about neurodiversity and neurodiverse staff? What can be done when writing job advertisements to make them more inclusive? When in the recruitment process is it best to ask for any reasonable adjustments? And much more.
Jens Bammel can be found on LinkedIn and his website is startherecoaching.com
*Statistic from the ADHD Foundation Guide for Employers
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Celebrating 75 Years of the SYP – What’s Next?
The Society of Young Publishers have been celebrating their 75th birthday – an amazing achievement for an organisation created for young people in the industry, and run by young people in the industry.
In this episode of bookcareers.com live we speak to the two co-Chairs, Michaela O’Callaghan and Eleanor Gaffney, about the 75th anniversary, what the SYP has been up to recently and what is coming up.
During our conversation you will find out things you may not have known about the SYP and why it is such an important organisation for the future of the publishing industry. Take a listen. You are bound to hear something new.
To find out more about the Society of Young Publishers, please visit https://thesyp.org.uk/ .
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AI and Squiggly Careers with Sara Lloyd, Pan Macmillan
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is the hot topic of the moment and who better to discuss it with than Sara Lloyd. Group Communications Director and Global AI Lead for Pan Macmillan.
Fresh from a panel discussing AI and Intellectual Property at the Labour Party Conference, Sara talks us through how you go about learning about a new technology, the threats and opportunities with AI, and how AI is being used in publishing. You will learn about how to get job opportunities come to you, what it is like starting in a newly created role, as well as what jobs are likely to be lost or created. Sara has had a very interesting career path, and a real squiggly career having worked at within Macmillan for over 30 years, in Reference, Journals and now Trade.
Don’t miss this episode, if you want to learn about AI or how to develop your career!
Sara Lloyd can be found on LinkedIn.
The transcript of this episode is below. This has been generated by AI and we have not yet checked it for errors.
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Episode 241 of bookcareers.com Live
This week it was announced that approximately 200 people at Informa Taylor & Francis had taken voluntary redundancy.
Whether redundancy is voluntary or enforced, it can still be a huge shock. With so many job roles elsewhere changing, losing your job through redundancy can be soul-destroying.
In this week’s episode of bookcareers live we discuss redundancy and give some tips to help you survive the situation and move into a new role.
This episode references:-
bookcareers.com Careers Clinic
The Book Trade Charity BTBS
National Union of Journalists
Citizens Advice
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- This is likely to be the last episode of bookcareers Live for 2023. See you in 2024.
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Episode 240 of bookcareers.com Live
You’ve heard of the book, Feel the fear and do it anyway by Susan Jeffers, but what is that like in practice? In this personal episode of bookcareers Live, Suzanne Collier shares with us a recent experience of feeling the fear and doing it anyway, and the lesson she learned as a result.
This episode references:-
Feel the fear and do it anyway by Susan Jeffers
bookcareers YouTube channel
bookcareers Careers Clinic
bookcareers Job Club
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Episode 239 of bookcareers.com Live
Do you know the key to career success? Have you ever wondered how someone got their dream job or was in the right place at the right time? If you ask them, they will probably say it was luck or fate. But the truth is they created the opportunity for themselves.
In this episode of bookcareers live, we discuss how you can create the key to your own career success in publishing.
This episode references:-
bookcareers YouTube channel
bookcareers Job Club 28th November 2023
Ask questions for the Job Club
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Episode 238 of bookcareers.com Live
It is Work in Publishing week. The week where the industry comes together and promotes publishing as a career and open to all. Ensure you are following the hashtag #WorkInPublishing across social media.
This is the week where bookcareers.com usually sits back and lets the rest of the industry take over – after all, every week is #WorkInPublishing week at bookcareers! However, this year, we have a number of activities going on.
In this week’s episode of bookcareers.com Live, we discuss the different sectors of book publishing for those approaching the industry for the first time.
Other activities:-
There will be a daily new video on the bookcareers YouTube channel
Our Careers Clinic will be running, where you can speak to a qualified Careers Advisor
On Tuesday, 28th November, join the bookcareers job club live on YouTube at 19:00 for
‘Work In Publishing Week – what next?’ You can post questions in advance on https://forms.gle/HD4rh8cuUpuXStWm6
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Episode 237 of bookcareers.com Live
This is the start of a busy fortnight for bookcareers.com. This week we have both Scottish Careers Week and Discover! Creative Careers week. Next week is #WorkInPublishing week.
To tie in with our two events with Publishing Scotland, Rachel Hessin joins us with her selection of questions about job hunting in publishing, especially in regards to looking for a role in the Scottish area.
Listen to Rachel’s questions and Suzanne Collier’s answers. If you’re a publishing jobseeker and would like to ask questions on a future episode, please contact us.
This episode references:-
Tuesday 14th November 2023 – bookcareers and Publishing Scotland for Scottish Careers Week 16:00 to 17:00 hrs
Join Suzanne Collier in conversation with Isobel Birks (Senior Assistant Editor, Edinburgh University Press), Olivia-Savannah Roach (Campaigns Assistant, Canongate Books), and Richard Wainman (Senior Designer, Floris Books).
Book tickets
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publishingscotland/1046128
Thursday 16th November 2023 bookcareers and Publishing Scotland for Scottish Careers Week
17:00 to 18:00 hrs
Careers in Publishing Q&A with Suzanne Collier taking your questions about working in Scottish Publishing
Book tickets
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/publishingscotland/1046207
Discover! Creative Careers
Thursday 16th November 2023 Introduction to Careers in Publishing with Suzanne Collier live on Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/bookcareers
Post questions in advance https://forms.gle/HD4rh8cuUpuXStWm6
bookcareers Job Club Live https://www.YouTube.com/@bookcareers
Tuesday 28th November 2023
Sign up for future events https://www.bookcareers.com/job-club-initiative/
Episode 76 – I’ve just lost my job
Episode 231 – Publishing Jobseekers Q&A
Society of Young Publishers, Scotland
Book Machine
Rachel Hessin / Edinburgh Publisher Community
Publishing Scotland
Booksellers Association
Careers Clinic
Employability Consultations
The Book Trade Charity BTBS.
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Episode 236 of bookcareers.com Live
It is at this time of year that usually the number of jobs advertised starts to drop. In this episode of bookcareers live we discuss the reasons for this.
This episode references:-
Careers Clinic
Employability Consultations
The Book Trade Charity BTBS.
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Episode 235 of bookcareers.com Live
In this episode of bookcareers.com Live, we talk about the new world of bookcareers.com and what it means to you.
You’ll learn what bookcareers.com is up to, how we are repositioning ourselves, why we are doing this, how you can be involved and how you will benefit.
If you’re working in book publishing or wish to be working in the industry soon, then make sure you listen to this episode. We’re aiming to change the face of publishing careers for good.
This episode references the following:-
bookcareers.com You Tube Live Stream
Our Careers Clinic. Click here to book an appointment.
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Episode 234 of bookcareers.com Live
Have you applied for your perfect publishing job and been rejected? It’s tough to deal with. Maybe you’ve been given an excuse such as ‘We went with someone else’, ‘We loved you but…’ or you’re told you’ve got too much or too little experience. This episode of bookcareers.com Live is for you!
In this week’s episode we discuss some of the reasons why you didn’t get the job and very few of them are your fault.
So if you’re feeling frustrated that the perfect job has passed you by, take a listen and realise, in some cases, you might have had a lucky escape.
This episode references the following:-
Our Careers Clinic. Click here to book an appointment.
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Episode 233 of bookcareers.com Live
This week it is the Frankfurt Book Fair. If you’re stuck in the office, there are loads of things you can do, like learn a new skill, research something you’re working on, or catch up on work, as well as complete a task your boss will notice.
In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we discuss a few things you can do when you boss is away. It isn’t an excuse to play, but if you’ve got a heavy workload or deadlines, plus projects you’re running late on, this episode will give you some tips forward.
How should you prioritise your work? How can you make sure your boss trusts you? What is the best thing to do this week? All will be revealed!
This episode references the following:-
Our Careers Clinic. Click here to book an appointment.
Episode 184 Writing a book publishing CV
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Episode 232 of bookcareers.com Live
In this week’s episode of bookcareers Live we discuss mid-career crisis and how to identify it when you work in book publishing. What are the early warning signs that something is not quite right? How can you identify the components of your career malaise? What thing are you probably wishing you could do to shake up Editorial or Marketing meetings? (Please don’t do this! But if you do, send us a video of it happening during the meeting and we might send you some chocolate). Who should you go to for help?
This episode references our Careers Clinic. Click here to book an appointment.
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Episode 228 of bookcareers.com Live
This week we talk to the Queen of Publishing Twitter, Sam Missingham about the forthcoming The Book Marketing and Publicity Show.
Sam talks us through the important issues about author marketing, and why this show is so important. Whilst The Book Marketing and Publicity Show is aimed at authors, it will also be of interest to anyone who is working in Marketing, Publicity or who hopes to be soon.
We also discuss some of the current issues facing publishing at the moment, and Sam gives her thoughts, in her own inimitable style. And we ask Sam the big question, what is the one thing in the industry she would like to change?
You can register for The Book Marketing and Publicity Show here*
You can find Sam Missingham across all social media. Twitter/X , LinkedIN
The Empowered Author website is here
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Episode 227 of bookcareers.com Live
When we talk to those who are outside of book publishing about working in the industry, there are so many myths we need to dispel.
If you’re thinking about book publishing as a career, here are a few realities about working in the industry. We look at some of the following:-
Is it glamorous? Do you get paid to read books all day? Are salaries really low? Can I make a living from being an author?
We answer all this and so much more.
In this episode we reference Cancel Culture : The Ethics of Publishing
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Episode 226 of bookcareers.com Live We’ve once again had discussions about why you should not work for free, and this episode is a reminder of why free work harms your […]
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Episode 225 of bookcareers.com Live It is the week in-between A Level and GCSE results, so in this episode of bookcareers Live, we’re exploring the qualifications needed for book publishing […]
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Episode 224 of bookcareers.com Live We’ve complied a question and answer episode, in response to a number of questions put to us at the latest bookcareers Job Club meeting, Questions […]
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Episode 223 of bookcareers.com Live Suzanne Collier, the founder of bookcareers.com has reached a huge career milestone. On 8th August 2023, it will be 40 years since she started working […]
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Episode 222 of bookcareers.com Live It’s our birthday! On 1st August 2023, bookcareers.com will be 24 years old. In this week’s episode of bookcareers Live, Suzanne Collier talks through how […]
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Episode 221 of bookcareers.com Live In this week’s episode of bookcareers Live, Suzanne Collier talks through a few client situations from those who are job searching in book publishing. If […]
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Episode 220 of bookcareers.com Live Are you looking for a role in Publishing and only looking for one particular job title, such as Editorial Assistant, and wondering why there […]
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Episode 219 of bookcareers.com Live Do you have a plan for your publishing career? Or are you going to let fate decide where you go next? In this episode of […]
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Episode 218 of bookcareers.com Live Job hunting is stressful. It can be especially stressful if you have an urgent need to find a job or when you are job searching […]
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Employee Owned Organisations (EOO) are back in fashion, But what is an Employee Owned Organisation and how do they work? Do employees genuinely have an input in the running of […]
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We all know book publishing is no longer slow to adopt new technology. Artificial Intelligence is the latest challenge for the industry to adapt to. But what is next? How […]
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Episode 215 of bookcareers.com Live Our podcast returns after an extended break, looking at the findings of our 2023 Salary Survey Update. In this episode we discuss some of the […]
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Episode 214 of bookcareers.com Live
We’re back fresh from the London Book Fair and Suzanne has lost her voice!
So here ia a replay of episode 152 Career Changing in Publishing and identifying your transferable skills.
Our next episode of bookcareers live will be on Monday, 5th June 2023.
if you are thinking of career changing into publishing, you’ve probably heard talk of transferable skills. Yet what are the most common transferable skills publishers look for? How can you demonstrate you have the essential skills required?
In this episode of bookcareers live we identify the transferable skills for publishing and give a number of tips of how you can expand on them on your CV or when completing your job application.
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Episode 213 of bookcareers.com Live
This week’s episode of bookcareers Live is entitled Overhauling Your Publishing Job Search.
If you’ve been job searching for a while, has your job search become stale? If you’re always taking the same actions, sending the same CV and the same covering letter, isn’t it time you overhauled your job search?
This episode of bookcareers Live focuses on a few key elements for refreshing any job search, no matter what stage of your career you are at.
It references:-
Bookcareers.com Careers Clinic at the London Book Fair
Cover Letter Basics
Current Covering Letter Trends
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Episode 212 of bookcareers.com Live
Should I go freelance in book publishing? It is a question often asked by a person facing redundancy or in career transition. Yet often, someone has done little research into the pros and cons of a freelance publishing career. They start freelancing and then wonder why they don’t have enough clients, why they aren’t earning enough money or know what to do to improve their situation.
In this episode of bookcareers live, we discuss the main points to consider if you are thinking about going freelance in book publishing. These include, is freelancing right for me? Where will I find freelance work? When is the right time to go freelance?
Mentioned in this episode:
The Book Trade Charity.
UK Government website
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Episode 211 of bookcareers.com Live
In response to the questions asked at the latest bookcareers Job Club meeting, we’ve compiled another question and answer session of our podcast.
Questions include: When asked to write a review as part of a covering letter, where in the letter does your review go? How do you stay updated on publishing news? What is your best advice for finding a way in to publishing? What experience is genuinely necessary? Plus more!
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Episode 210 of bookcareers.com Live
This episode of bookcareers Live is about the upcoming London Book Fair which takes place on 18th-20th April 2023, and focuses on how to make the most of the London Book Fair if you’re looking for a job. The episode also covers making the most of the bookcareers.com Careers Clinic, which runs on the afternoon of Thursday, 20th April 2022.
[Links to register for the Careers Clinic will be added shortly].There are lots of top tips, all of which could help you make the best of the UK’s biggest and best publishing trade show.
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Episode 209 of bookcareers.com Live
With the news that Hachette US are offering voluntary redundancy to members of staff over the age of 50, is book publishing now becoming an ageist industry? What are the risks to the business? Do we think this policy will come to the UK?
In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we discuss ageism in publishing and offer guidance for anyone who may be worried their career is coming to an end. We give four key points to help you protect your career.
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Episode 208 of bookcareers.com Live
Today is the start of National Careers Week, a celebration of careers advice and guidance in schools, colleges and universities.
In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we talk about some of the resources you can use to find general careers advice on different industries. This includes the National Careers Service, Prospects, CareerComp@nion, ParentalGuidance as well as the Publishers Association #OpenBooks. There’s a mention too of the book Career Journeys for Young People, which is a great resource for parents, teachers and carers, as well as other resources.
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Episode 207 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you currently job hunting and wondering where to start when writing your CV?
In this episode of bookcareers Live we cover 7 CV Essentials for Book Publishing. Whether you are starting out, looking to career change into the industry or updating your CV, there are bound to be several tips which will help or serve as timely reminders.
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Episode 206 of bookcareers.com Live
Have you been offered a promotion at your current place of work? Are you wondering how to prepare?
In this episode of bookcareers live we discuss preparing for promotion. How best to handover your old role, get ready for your new one and keep everyone happy. Are you dealing with imposter syndrome? Do you have concerns about a colleague who may have been turned down for the role? Have you been given a brief to major changes from day one?
We give seven essential tips for survival.
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Episode 205 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you looking for a job in book publishing? Then this episode is for you!
We had a packed Careers Clinic last week and answered many questions, so thought it would be good if we shared the answers with you.
So if you want to find our why your job search isn’t getting the results you desire, if you want to know where the best place is if you’re a freelancer starting out, good places to network, what social media platform you should be on, then we cover all this and so much more.
Some of the items referenced include:-
Employability Consultations
Independent Publishers Guild
CIEP
The Society of Young Publishers
Galley Club
Book Machine
Children’s Book Circle
Publishers Publicity Circle
Pride in Publishing
BAME in Publishing
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Episode 204 of bookcareers.com Live
Welcome back! February 6th 2023 marks the start of National Apprenticeship Week #NAW.
In our first episode of bookcareers live for 2023, we look at the Publishing Apprenticeship and talk to Celia Kingston, Corporate Partnership Manager and Lauren Osbourne, Lead Talent Executive from LDN Apprentices who co-ordinate the scheme.
Whether you are a publishing hopeful considering an apprenticeship as a route into the industry or a seasoned professional who wants to know what it is all about, you are bound to find something of interest.
During National Apprenticeship Week #NAW we will be uploading experiences from former publishing apprentices to our YouTube Channel.
There is more about apprenticeships on the LDN Apprentices blog here.
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Episode 203 of bookcareers.com Live
This is our last episode of bookcareers Live until 2023, as we’re taking a little podcast holiday and having a complete break over Christmas. We will be back on 9th January 2023.
In our absence we have some fantastic episodes for you to listen to – they won’t be replayed via the podcast app – all are available on our website – just use this link https://www.bookcareers.com/category/podcasts/ and the search box.
Do have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Over the Christmas holidays please have a think about the career you want to build for yourself, and in January let’s talk about how bookcareers can help you make it a reality. Careers Clinic appointments will start again from 11th January 2023.
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Episode 202 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you stuck in a leadership role whilst looking for another job? Is your job search appearing to take forever, leaving you in limbo, where you want to move on but are currently unable to do so?
It is a situation that all of us face from time to time, but it can be slightly worse if you have direct reports, or are expected to lead a team.
In this episode of bookcareers Live we discuss Leadership in Publishing Limbo and give five tips to help you overcome treading water, when you so desperately want to move on.
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Episode 201 of bookcareers.com Live Are you a freelance, working remotely, or in a role where you have little opportunity to have a verbal conversation with another person? You are […]
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Episode 200 of bookcareers.com Live Wow! We’ve reached episode 200 of bookcareers Live, our weekly careers podcast which was only initially scheduled to run for 12 episodes. In this episode […]
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Episode 199 of bookcareers.com Live Welcome to Work in Publishing week 2022! #WorkInPublishing is an initiative run by the Publishers Association to promote publishing as a career. Ensure you are […]
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Episode 198 of bookcareers.com Live Whether you enjoy it or not, networking face to face is back! It doesn’t matter if it is a launch, a party, a conference or […]
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Episode 197 of bookcareers.com Live Are you looking forward to the party season? In publishing we find that every season is the party season; publishing parties happen all year […]
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Episode 196 of bookcareers.com Live Have you been in your role for a year and feeling pressured to leave in order to progress your career? Whether this pressure comes from […]
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Episode 195 of bookcareers.com Live Are you someone who suffers with anxiety and the ‘Sunday Scaries’ – the fear of work on Monday morning? Apparently you are not alone, it […]
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Episode 194 of bookcareers.com Live With the increased cost of living, are you thinking about taking on a second job? Moonlighting, as it was traditionally called, might seem a good […]
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Episode 193 of bookcareers.com Live Are you about to start a negotiation at work, maybe for an increased salary, cost of living payment or over working from home? This episode […]
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Episode 192 of bookcareers.com Live Are you thinking of restarting your career? Do you want a career change into something completely different? In this episode of bookcareers Live we talk […]
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Episode 191 of bookcareers.com Live Do you think your publishing job applications are perfect? Are you career changing into book publishing and wondering what the secret code is to getting called back for interview? Listen to this episode of bookcareers live on Improving Your Publishing Job Applications and all will be revealed. In this episode […]
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Episode 190 of bookcareers.com Live Are you thinking of applying for a job with Penguin Random House? Would you like to know more about working for Penguin Random House and how best to navigate the application process? In Part Two of our interview with Sam Sharmay, Head of Recruitment for Penguin Random House, answers more […]
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Episode 189 of bookcareers.com Live Are you thinking of applying for a job with Penguin Random House? Would you like to know more about working for Penguin Random House and how best to navigate the application process? In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we talk to Sam Sharmay, Head of Recruitment for Penguin Random House. […]
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Episode 188 of bookcareers.com Live Do you find that work is often encroaching on your personal time? Are your evenings at home frequently interrupted with a phone call from a colleague? Is it difficult to see where work finishes and your life starts? In this episode of bookcareers Live we discuss setting boundaries to achieve […]
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Episode 187 of bookcareers.com Live Are you a publishing jobseeker? This episode is for you! In this episode we answer a number of questions such as: Does every publishing job receive 1000+ applications? How can I stand out from the crowd? Should I be sending speculative applications? And so much more. In this episode we […]
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Episode 186 of bookcareers.com Live Are you thinking of Going Freelance in Book Publishing? Or maybe you are an established Freelancer who is wondering where their next client or payment is coming from. In this episode of bookcareers.com you’ll be taken through 5 essential tips to help you build and sustain your freelance business. Are […]
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Episode 185 of bookcareers.com Live In August it will be 23 years since we started bookcareers.com. In this episode of bookcareers Live we run through all the different ways in which bookcareers.com can support your publishing career for the whole of your career. As well as talking you through some of our different offerings, we […]
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Episode 184 of bookcareers.com Live Are you currently updating your CV after a long time? Or are you writing your first CV in order to find a book publishing job? Either way, this episode of bookcareers.com Live covers the basics of Writing a Book Publishing CV. In it you will learn more about personal profiles, […]
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Episode 183 of bookcareers.com Live Are you someone worried about the cost of living crisis? Maybe you are looking for a grant or financial support? Or maybe you are someone who likes to raise funds for charity. The Book Trade Charity BTBS is a charity that underpins so much financial support for those in the […]
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Episode 182 of bookcareers.com Live Every week we talk to International Students who are desperate to work in UK book publishing and are seeking Visa Sponsorship. In this episode of bookcareers Live we talk to a former International Student, Norah Myers, who shares her own personal experiences in trying to extend her student visa. Norah […]
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Episode 181 of bookcareers.com Live July marks the start of Disability Pride Month. In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we discuss disability, including common questions from those with disabilities who are looking for work. We also cover a small part of what might colleagues do to support equality, diversity and inclusion. You can discuss any of […]
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Episode 180 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. In this episode of bookcareers Live, we continue our conversation with one of […]
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Episode 179 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. Back in October 2020, Head of Marketing of HarperNorthUK, Alice Murphy-Pyle spoke to us about […]
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Episode 178 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. This episode of bookcareers Live is Part Two of our interview with David […]
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Episode 177 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. Back in August 2021, we spoke to David Shelley, CEO of Hachette. During […]
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Episode 176 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. Back in June 2020, we were in conversation with Kally Simmonds, Recruitment Manager […]
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Episode 175 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. Back in August 2020 we had a good chat with our friend Jeremy Trevathan, […]
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Episode 174 of bookcareers.com Live Our regular podcast episodes are on a Summer Break! In the meantime we will be replaying a few of our favourite interviews, as there is so much in them. We think you’ll enjoy them second time around. Back in August 2020 we had a good chat with our friend Jeremy Trevathan, […]
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Episode 173 of bookcareers.com Live Have you got your heart set on working for one particular publisher? Are you determined that you’ll only work on literary fiction? Do you wonder why you find so few advertised jobs in your chosen path? In this episode of bookcareers Live we discuss working on publishing genres (or for […]
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Episode 172 of bookcareers.com Live You start a new publishing job and you think it is all going perfectly. Then within your first few weeks you are called into a meeting and told that it isn’t going as well as you thought. What do you do? How can you put this right? In this episode […]
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Episode 171 of bookcareers.com Live Have you ever been in the position where you have had to choose between two jobs? Are you are looking for a new role and been offered two at the same time? If you’re in a job, have you applied for another role but then had second thoughts? This episode […]
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Episode 170 of bookcareers.com Live Following up from the London Book Fair – the first major in person trade show in three years. In this episode we discuss some of our observations and a reminder to you, to follow up with anyone you met. At the very least, connect with them on LinkedIn! You can […]
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Episode 169 of bookcareers.com Live Face to face meetings are back! But with 80% of communication non verbal, do you know or remember how to read people? This episode of bookcareers Live talks you through some body language basics. How do you ensure your posture is sending the right message when you are meeting people […]
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As Suzanne has Covid, we are replaying an important episode of bookcareers Live – Current CV Trends. In this episode of bookcareers Live we review 5 current CV trends and explain why they may be hindering your job search. So if you’re using a template for your CV, have columns, colour or design or struggle […]
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Episode 167 of bookcareers.com Live As working life settles into the new normal – whether that be remote working, hybrid working or something else once again we have to adapt. This episode of bookcareers Live gives a few of our top tips for making remote or hybrid working work for you. Do you know what […]
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Episode 166 of bookcareers.com Live This episode of bookcareers Live focuses on the upcoming London Book Fair which takes place on 5th-7th April 2022. and focuses on how to make the most of the London Book Fair if you’re looking for a job. The episode also covers making the most of the bookcareers.com Careers Clinic, which […]
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Episode 165 of bookcareers.com Live To celebrate both International Women’s Day and the Shortlist Reveal for the Business Book Awards, listen to our interview with publishing entrepreneur Alison Jones. Alison is the founder of Practical Inspiration Publishing, the creator of The Extraordinary Business Book Club, and a judge for the Business Book Awards as well […]
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Episode 164 of bookcareers.com Live
Now things are getting back to normal, do you find you are working longer hours than you were before? Is it hard to switch off if you are working from home? If you are back into the office, is there once again a pressure to stay late?
This week’s episode of bookcareers live focuses on The Culture of OverWork, and, as well as some stories that may sound familiar, you’ll also hear tips on how to ensure you find work-life balance.
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Episode 163 of bookcareers.com Live
In this episode of bookcareers Live we answer a number of questions which have come into our offices in the last week or so.
These include:-
Must I have a book blog or instagram account to get a publishing job?
I’m struggling with working from home, what should I do?
Why am I always going to interviews and never getting the job? What am I doing wrong?
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Episode 162 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you already working in book publishing and frequently thinking of moving on? You are not alone. Every week, as well as speaking to people who are looking to start their publishing careers, we also help those who sadly want to move on.
If you are thinking of leaving publishing, this episode will help you identify some of the transferable skills which will sit well in any industry and any career.
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Episode 161 of bookcareers.com Live
In this episode of bookcareers Live we speak to Chloe Ablett, who is our intern at bookcareers.com. Chloe is from a Black Working Class background and studied for a Masters in Publishing before she landed at our door.Chloe completed a dissertation on The Relationship between Black Working Class People and Reading, and we discuss some of her research, as well as her thoughts about publishing careers.
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Episode 160 of bookcareers.com Live
We’re now well into the year and how are your plans for 2022 going? Have you been given new targets at work? Is it your plan to change job? Did you start the year with a bunch of resolutions which you gave up on at 3pm on the 2nd January?
In this episode of bookcareers live we coach you through a simple goal setting process which you can start at any time of any day. So whether you plan to find a new job, or complete a work project or develop the publishing list, you’ll learn how to plan so you can achieve your targets or goals.
If you are struggling mentally, remember it is okay not to be okay. Here are some links to a number of UK support services:- Samaritans 116 123
CALM 0800 58 58 58
YoungMinds 0800 018 2138
ChildLine 0800 1111
No Panic 0844 967 4848
SANE 0300 304 7000
Get Connected 0808 808 4994
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Episode 159 of bookcareers.com Live
Whilst many people may now be returning to the office to work, the video interview is likely to remain, especially for first stage interviews.
In this episode of bookcareers.com Live we run through the essential points for a successful video interview. Although you might be familiar with video interviews, we are having a number of employers remind us that candidates are missing some very basic pre-interview checks, as well as forgetting interview etiquette.
This episode will give you some key tips to ensure you don’t mess up.
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Episode 158 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you thinking about relocating to look for a publishing job? Or maybe you’re looking for a publishing job from your home town?
This episode of bookcareers Live covers relocating for a job and has a number of tips for relocation or asking for remote working. What is the best way of asking for a future employer to contribute to your relocation costs? How do you ask at interview stage for remote working?
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Episode 157 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you allowed to take free books from the office? Do you occasionally borrow stationery and forget to return? Or are you trying to compensate for your low salary by other means?
There are a number of ways that people pilfer from a publisher, and this episode of bookcareers Live is a lesson in why you shouldn’t. There is also guidance on how to protect yourself, if you are genuinely allowed a limitless supply of free books.
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Episode 156 of bookcareers.com Live
This episode of bookcareers Live is entitled A Question of Attitude. If you’re looking for a job, or aiming to push for promotion, what is your personal attitude like? Are you, like the film The Holiday suggests, the best friend? Or are you playing a leading role?
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Episode 155 of bookcareers.com Live
In this Christmas episode of bookcareers live Suzanne Collier, founder of bookcareers.com, talks about life as a sales representative for Ian Allan Publishing.
As well as a few anecdotes – why one shop didn’t believe she was the new Ian Allan rep, for instance – you’ll learn a few tips about selling to customers, what to do to help get to a target figure, and how to build rapport.
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Episode 154 of bookcareers.com Live
In this episode of bookcareers live we discuss the headline results from the bookcareers.com Salary Survey 2021.
We look at the overall headline figures, the gender pay gap, diversity and talk about how salaries get devalued.
There are a few extra statistics too, about furlough, union membership and hours of work.
This year we ran the Salary Survey without a sponsor and self-funded it. If you’d like to donate a Kofi, you can do so here.
The full report, for those involved in the pay, recruitment and retention of staff is available to purchase here.
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Episode 153 of bookcareers.com Live
At the moment, it might feel like everyone in book publishing is currently getting a new job or being promoted. Yet you are still in the same job with no chance of being promoted.
In this episode of bookcareers live, we discuss watching others being promoted when you are not. We talk about why it is difficult for so many employers to hand out promotions, and what employers look for when interviewing someone who is looking for a step up to a new role.
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Episode 152 of bookcareers.com Live
Are you thinking of career changing into publishing? If so, you’ve probably heard talk of transferable skills. Yet what are the most common transferable skills publishers look for? How can you demonstrate you have the essential skills required?
In this episode of bookcareers live we identify the transferable skills for publishing and give a number of tips of how you can expand on them on your CV or when completing your job application.
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