Lizzi Hart is the Social Media & Content Manager at the Graduate Recruitment Bureau (GRB). Outside of work, she enjoys reading, music, binge-watching TV and dreaming about the dog she'll one day own.
It's no secret that looking for a job can be soul-destroying. So, why not take a quick procrastination break to lift your spirits with our top 12 reasons why job hunting is the worst...
Think about it: you probably apologise way too much without even realising. While it might seem harmless or just polite, apologising too much is probably doing more harm than good, especially for...
It's International Women's Day 2018 which calls for a celebration of all things femme. This year, we're focusing on female pioneers within the STEM (science, tech, engineering & maths) industries and...
Is plastic reduction one of your new year's resolutions? Or are you simply interested in how to #PassOnPlastic to see how easy and viable it would be for you? Now, of course, changing habits can be...
Hungry? Aching for food outside of the box? Well this article is only going to make things worse. We've compiled the 10 best lunch spots in Brighton for your perusal. Disclaimer: please eat...
January exams may be the worst thing in the world. Ever. Followed by summer exams, hangovers, 9am lectures and dogs that don't like to be stroked. We present the universally recognised 16 stages of...
Job interviews are pretty gruelling, no matter the type of person you are. But sometimes it's comforting to know that your worst interview was actually not that bad, or your tough assessment day was...
So you've got a phone interview coming up - phew, no need to leave the house. But wait, what do you need to prepare? Luckily we have all the answers in our definitive guide to nailing a graduate phone...
Soon to start your first job? Keen to become more productive at work? Read on to find out how to save up to 8 days a year with these essential computer tips...
You might have heard through the grapevine that standing desks are the way forward. Over the last few years, people have tried them, praised them, condemned them and destroyed them - but what's the...
It's not the single market that we're interested in, we need to know how the proposed 'brexit' from the EU will affect students and higher education...
In the spirit of International Women's Day, we celebrate Propercorn's rise to success, and the wonderful women (and men) who have helped this post-university start-up to flourish. Find out how they...
Do you often find yourself stuck in the post-lunch slump, desperate to get some work done? Do you often feel defeated after a long day in the library or at the office? We have the answer - and it only...
High Fliers have recently released their 2016 annual Graduate Market Report, so we've taken the opportunity to reflect on their 2006 report. So what's changed in a decade of graduate recruitment?...
Are you are a student, or recent graduate wondering whether you should get a credit card? Well look no further, because our essential guide explains everything you need to know!...
We wrote a blog for WhatUni in order to provide students an essential guide on living and studying in Brighton. If you want the low-down on the clubs, pubs and food, read on for our top 10 things to...
Are you currently considering studying a master's degree? Are you worried about cost versus the value of having an extra qualification? Well, here are 5 reasons to put your mind at ease...
It's a new year, and a new opportunity for every single one of us to make a difference - but how? We run through 10 small ways to make a big difference in 2016...
Snacking in the office is almost obligatory. With at least 8 hours spent in the same room, sat in the same chair, and staring at your computer, it's only natural that your brain hankers for a...
It's another Wednesday, which means but one thing... another gruelling episode of Lord Alan Sugar trying to find his new Apprentice. But what can we learn from this very drawn out interview process?...
Sure, you may never use your phone for actual calls, but if you are applying for a job, you will need to be able to communicate effectively. This trusty guide tells all...
Have you recently graduated? Are you now stuck at home, trying desperately to find a job? And is Bake Off the only saving grace of the week? Well here's where GRB and GBBO come in, working together to...
For every new job application, you should be tweaking your CV and constantly deliberating over the layout, the styling and your choice of words - but have you chosen rightly?
Whether you're a keen tumblr-er, or a keen avoider, its place on the internet is fixed: eye-opening, self-deprecating and sarcastic. What a perfect place to look for graduate job advice! (the sarcasm...
Why should you learn these office acronyms you ask? Well firstly, so you don't embarrass yourself with wild guesses, and secondly to show off to your new colleagues that you aren't just another...
Ahh, the stock image... the breeding ground of unusual concepts, bad (and good) Photoshop-ing and incredibly exaggerated emotions. Sounds like the perfect place to find inspiration for your graduate...
Does the thought of being able to listen to T-Swift at work fill you with excitement? Or are you looking to increase moral and productivity in your own workplace? We've looked at some of the benefits...
Everyone loves a good metaphor, so when dealing with role rejection, let's use break-ups as inspiration. We take a look at these five things you'll probably be told when going through the end of a...
So you have a degree already, but it's not taking you in the right directions. Or perhaps you just want to learn something new? Either way, you should never stop pushing yourself to learn new things....
Your dissertation deadline is growing closer with every breath you take. So instead of sitting at a desk surrounded by open books you're not going to read, read this and realise that you're not alone....
Freshers, or soon-to-be University students, take note. We took to social media and asked, 'What do you regret most about your University experience?' and we received a plethora of different...
Are you sure you know the difference between Generation X, Y and Z? Are you using all the search tools at your disposal? Take a look at our essential Graduate Recruiters' Checklist with points...
Inspired by the trending #DearMe with which Twitter users have been expressing regrets, achievements and hopes for the future, Lizzi Hart takes some time to reflect on her former self...
We sat down with Debbie Batchelor, a third year English Literature student at the University of Sussex. As well as giving insight into being the Editor In Chief at Sussex's student paper, The Badger,...
The alleged 'most depressing day of the year' was Monday 19th (it's January, you're broke... and cold). But how did it compare? Did you even notice? Well we've taken the opportunity to breakdown why...
Always feel tired and groggy, even when you've had 'an early night'? What you might not realise is that you aren't suffering from insomnia because you can't sleep, but sleep deprivation from not...
As a self-professed grammar pedant, Lizzi Hart discusses her pet hate for basic grammar and spelling mistakes. Funnily enough you may not share the same passion, but with all the written aspects of...
We get it. 2014 is another year dominated by the smart phone. We don't look around anymore; we look down. Staring, scrolling and tapping. It's a routine and it makes us feel safe, right? But when...
As Halloween approaches, we prepare ourselves for the 'greatest night ever', but in reality, it's just an excuse to dress up and get drunk. What could go wrong?...
As the evenings get darker, the mornings get colder and the rain becomes more frequent, you know what time it is. It's almost half way through your University's first term... and guess what? It...
A new academic year and new term is upon us and this can only mean one thing - a new bunch of unrealistic expectations. But don't be worried; it's good to be optimistic...
To celebrate the new year and the new wave of Uni students starting out, we've listed some of the most common student personalities, because let's face it, you're bound to be one of them...
Freshers' week is bound to be absolutely manic, and the Freshers' Fairs are no exception. Full of businesses giving you freebies and societies needing to fill their mailing lists, it may be too much...
The new University term is upon us! And that can only mean one thing - getting some lovely new stuff for your room. We've done the research, so come and feast your eyes on these bargain choices...
Getting a job is easy - said no Graduate, ever. And it's not. Hours of your time go into researching and applying for jobs, so to ensure your best chances of success, you need to stop ignoring this...
It may seem as simple as pie, but by doing the tiniest things wrong, some graduate job-seekers aren't doing themselves justice. Lizzi Hart discusses...
You're about to be encased in an exam hall and forced to spout all the knowledge you have accumulated over the last few weeks, so you owe it to yourself to be prepared...
It's that time of year again and for those not finalising their dissertations, you are actually deterred from going on social media. Crazy right? But here is why...
The end of this academic is fast approaching, so why not take some of your time off during the Easter break and check that you are ticking all the metaphorical boxes with our CV quiz?
If you've ever considered moving to Brighton and starting afresh, this is the time to find yourself a seaside-based job and get involved in the fun. Lizzi Hart explains why...
What kind of impression could you footwear be giving for that all important interview for a graduate job? You'll be surprised how many students get this part wrong so here's a tongue-in-cheek run down...
The Graduate Recruitment Bureau brings to you The Top 100 Graduate Recruiters Social Media Accounts for you to watch, follow, stalk, snoop but of course most importantly engage in your job hunt!
Thinking of going it alone? Launching a start-up is a totally viable option as a graduate, if you have the right idea of course. You don't always need money to get your idea of the ground but you...
Sometimes you just need to take a step back and decide... do I need to take advice from a computer game? Well not if you're playing GTA, but yes if you're a successful Sim!
Ahhh the CV, an art form in itself, a window into the personality of a graduate and a stepping stone to greater things. Although education and experience generally speak for themselves, they don't...
This is one piece of advice 99% of graduates will need to sink their teeth into. It's time to recover the magic student overdraft to a safe and stable place. The first article from our new Content...
