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Opportunities come in many forms—a new role, a secondment, a project outside your comfort zone. But turning those moments into meaningful outcomes is where the challenge lies. Too often, professionals mistake the opportunity itself as the achievement, when in reality it’s only the beginning. Opportunities open doors, but outcomes build careers Securing a job offer […]

Quick wins are tempting. A polished CV update, a sudden burst of networking, or a last-minute scramble before an interview—these can sometimes deliver results. But when it comes to long-term professional growth, quick fixes rarely stand the test of time. What truly makes a difference is consistency. The illusion of the quick fix Most professionals

Uncertainty has become a defining feature of the jobs market. For digital professionals—whether you’re in ecommerce, marketing, or a hybrid role—the sheer volume of opportunities and competition can feel overwhelming. Some are chasing the next promotion, others are plotting a sideways move, and many are just trying to find focus in a noisy market. The

When it comes to preparing for a marketing or digital interview, most candidates focus on the obvious: polishing their portfolio, rehearsing STAR answers, and researching the company website down to the footer. All important steps, sure. But there’s one essential skill that gets missed time and time again: listening. Not passive, nod-and-smile listening. We’re talking

Recruitment is only part of the story. For years, we’ve helped digital, ecommerce, and marketing professionals secure new roles, but we’ve also seen what happens afterwards—the questions, the uncertainty, the need for longer-term support that goes beyond the hiring process. That’s why we’ve created The Proximity Growth Hub, a new arm of Proximity designed to

It’s no secret that personality tests have become something of a staple in modern hiring processes. From Myers-Briggs to DiSC, these tools are used across industries with the promise of revealing a candidate’s inner workings – what drives them, how they collaborate, and whether they’ll “fit” into a team. But here’s the thing: we’re putting

Why one generation was shamed for it—and the other celebrates it It wasn’t long ago that jumping between jobs every year or two was a surefire way to raise eyebrows. Hiring managers looked at those CVs and saw commitment issues, lack of loyalty, or worse—instability. The term “job hopper” carried the same weight as a

When it comes to attracting and keeping top talent, the question many employers are still wrestling with is this: should you offer more perks, or just pay people more? Free lunches, ping pong tables, and wellness days might look good in a job ad—but how far do they really go when compared with a solid

There was a time when the word ghosting was reserved for dating apps and messy break-ups. These days, though, it’s crept into the world of hiring — and not in a charming way. At Proximity Recruitment, we’re seeing it from both sides: candidates vanishing mid-process and employers going radio silent after interviews. Frankly, it’s starting

In offices up and down the UK, a familiar debate bubbles quietly between HR, line managers, and the people doing the work: should promotions be based on how long someone’s been around—or how well they’re actually doing the job? At Proximity Recruitment, we see the aftershocks of this decision every day. Talented professionals move on