Preparing for university
Preparing for university With A Level results day happening just recently, we thought it was about the right time for a post on preparing for university – congratulations to all students! University is a huge step for many young people and is often your first experience living away from home – it’s completely natural to …
Making the most of bad weather
Making the most of bad weather Although we’re in the midst of summer, this doesn’t mean that the UK is completely immune from our infamous bad weather. But don’t despair! Today’s blog post hopes to offer you some ideas on what to do when the sun decides to take a few days off! Firstly, we …
Maximising your LinkedIn Profile
Maximising your LinkedIn Profile LinkedIn: what’s it all about, and how do I maximise my LinkedIn profile? Is it even worth having a profile? Today’s blog post hopes to encourage you to set up a LinkedIn profile and give you tips on how to manage it so that you have the best shot at landing …
The Garden of England
For hundreds of years Kent has been called the garden of England. We hear this phrase so often that we don’t question why? Here’s a reminder of how wonderful it is to live in Kent!… Garden of England The greenery in Kent reminds you of being in the countryside whilst in most areas of Kent …
Earl Street: Recruitment Changes
In 1977 Elaine Craven opened Earl Street Employment Consultants on the second floor of 38 Earl Street with just one member of staff. We are now 42 years old!! Still quite young really. Recruitment, like so many other industries is rapidly changing. The old traditional idea of someone sitting at a desk making phone call …
Staycation: UK Getaways!
UK Getaways! Sometimes the best vacation is a staycation! Enjoying a fantastic holiday does not have to mean jetting off to a foreign country. A ‘staycation’ is a holiday without having to leave the country! There are many benefits to a staycation, you save on travel time, there are no language barriers, you are never …
Common sayings: True or False?
True or False?! Is there any truth in the age old sayings? The toast always lands butter side down Not necessarily true, it is likely that if a slice of buttered toast was knocked from the kitchen table it would land buttered side down. However if a slice of buttered toast was thrown into the …
Cheers to Gin & Tonic
Gin and tonic is back on the bar menu! Recently becoming the ‘trendy’ drink it has been revived with an ever increasing variety of flavours. Pubs and bars have latched onto the trend and have extended their menu or have even opened to solely selling gin! History The history behind gin all started in …
A Tribute to Bertie
A tribute to Bertie the Earl Street Office dog, who is missed by everyone who knew him. Bertie was a Springbatt, which is crossed between a Springer Spaniel and a Basset Hound. He wasn’t as stubborn as a Basset or as scatty as a Springer. Adopted by our Director, Elaine in July 2009 he …
Attract Wildlife to your Garden
Bring wildlife into your garden by providing four sources: food, water, shelter and a place to breed. Attract life to your garden with these simple steps… Provide Pollen Flowers provide pollen and nectar that attracts wildlife such as bees, butterflies and other insects. Choose long seasonal plants that provide nectar and pollen for as …
Flower Facts
Flower Facts! Flower facts: For many years flowers have intrigued us with their unique beauty and lovely scents. We have put together some interesting facts all things flowers! 1. It is against the law to intentionally pick, uproot or destroy bluebells in England. Half the population of bluebells are found in the UK, therefore it …
Four Day Weekend Alert!
Keep Busy in Kent this Easter Bank Holiday Easter is almost here, which means one thing… four day weekend! What will your long weekend consist of? Relaxing, celebrating, eating lots of Easter Eggs or perhaps you even have a city break planned? If you are struggling for things to do this Bank Holiday Weekend there …