Smaarttalent Articles :: Articles :: Smaart Talent http://smaarttalent.com/ ethnic minority careers and courses advice en-us Admin hourly 1 http://backend.userland.com/rss Inspiring Youth Conference 2008 http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Inspiring_Youth_Conference_2008 Fri, 02 May 2008 09:25:32 GMT The Inspiring youth Awards were launched in February 2007 by the Recruiting Department in conjunction with the South Yorkshire Black Police Association, the award is aimed at young ethnic minority people aged 13 to 17 year old from our local communities, encouraging them to become leaders and do well in their studies whatever that might be.

 

The results of the pilot proved very positive showing the huge commitment, enthusiasm and dedication that our young people achieved whilst working towards this award.

]]> The Inspiring youth Awards were launched in February 2007 by the Recruiting Department in conjunction with the South Yorkshire Black Police Association, the award is aimed at young ethnic minority people aged 13 to 17 year old from our local communities, encouraging them to become leaders and do well in their studies whatever that might be. The results of the pilot proved very positive showing the huge commitment, enthusiasm and dedication that our young people achieved whilst working towards this award. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Inspiring_Youth_Conference_2008 South Yorkshire Police Inspiring Youth Award Ceremony 2007 http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/South_Yorkshire_Police_Inspiring_Youth_Award_Ceremony_2007 Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:06:02 GMT In February 2007 South Yorkshire Police Recruiting Department in conjunction with the Black Police Association organised the Inspiring Youth seminar.


The event was held as the Sheffield Wednesday Football ground and was attended by groups of ethnic minority children from various schools in the Sheffield area.


The purpose of the event was to inspire these young people and motivate them into achieving their dreams and goals.

]]> In February 2007 South Yorkshire Police Recruiting Department in conjunction with the Black Police Association organised the Inspiring Youth seminar. < > The event was held as the Sheffield Wednesday Football ground and was attended by groups of ethnic minority children from various schools in the Sheffield area. < > The purpose of the event was to inspire these young people and motivate them into achieving their dreams and goals. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/South_Yorkshire_Police_Inspiring_Youth_Award_Ceremony_2007 Social work: The future’s bright... http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Social_work%3A_The_future%E2%80%99s_bright... Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:24:09 GMT Social work is a challenging and exciting career choice. Also the social care sector is currently taking a huge step forward, embracing improvements in standards and developing greater professionalism amongst the workforce. Could social work be the career for you?

]]> Social work is a challenging and exciting career choice. Also the social care sector is currently taking a huge step forward, embracing improvements in standards and developing greater professionalism amongst the workforce. Could social work be the career for you? http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Social_work%3A_The_future%E2%80%99s_bright... Market Research - Is it for You? http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Market_Research_-_Is_it_for_You%3F Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:16:52 GMT When most people think of market researchers they envisage an onslaught of clipboards and a barrage of ‘agree/disagree’ statements to be answered. But there is a lot that goes on before and after the ‘clipboard’ moment. For the sake of brevity, market research can be seen as understanding groups of people and what makes them tick. These groups could be consumers of a certain brand or people of a certain age or members of the public we call on to debate social issues to understand more deeply what people think of an issue or product.

]]> When most people think of market researchers they envisage an onslaught of clipboards and a barrage of &lsquo;agree/disagree&rsquo; statements to be answered. But there is a lot that goes on before and after the &lsquo;clipboard&rsquo; moment. For the sake of brevity, market research can be seen as understanding groups of people and what makes them tick. These groups could be consumers of a certain brand or people of a certain age or members of the public we call on to debate social issues to understand more deeply what people think of an issue or product. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Market_Research_-_Is_it_for_You%3F Merseyside Black Police Association & career within Merseyside Police http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Merseyside_Black_Police_Association_%26_career_within_Merseyside_Police Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:07:06 GMT The Merseyside Black Police Association (MBPA) definition of ‘black’ is one that emphasises the common experience and determination of people of African, African-Caribbean, Asian, and Asian-sub-continent or define themselves as an ethnic minority, to oppose racism, victimisation and its effects.

]]> The Merseyside Black Police Association (MBPA) definition of &lsquo;black&rsquo; is one that emphasises the common experience and determination of people of African, African-Caribbean, Asian, and Asian-sub-continent or define themselves as an ethnic minority, to oppose racism, victimisation and its effects. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Merseyside_Black_Police_Association_%26_career_within_Merseyside_Police How to become a Surveyor http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/How_to_become_a_Surveyor Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:54:41 GMT My Background

When I was considering my career, I knew that I wanted to work in the construction industry, because I’d always been fascinated by buildings and the built environment. At first my interest took me down the road of Architecture, but it didn’t take long for me to realise that the emphasis on art and the need for formal art GCSEs/A Levels, as well as the seven years it would take me to qualify meant that this was not the course for me. A little more research into Construction led me to Building Surveying which I quickly learned would allow me to be involved in the design and specification of construction works, but would also allow me to work with buildings in other ways and throughout their life. I applied to study Building Surveying and was offered (and accepted) a place on the course at Reading University.

]]> My BackgroundWhen I was considering my career, I knew that I wanted to work in the construction industry, because I&rsquo;d always been fascinated by buildings and the built environment. At first my interest took me down the road of Architecture, but it didn&rsquo;t take long for me to realise that the emphasis on art and the need for formal art GCSEs/A Levels, as well as the seven years it would take me to qualify meant that this was not the course for me. A little more research into Construction led me to Building Surveying which I quickly learned would allow me to be involved in the design and specification of construction works, but would also allow me to work with buildings in other ways and throughout their life. I applied to study Building Surveying and was offered (and accepted) a place on the course at Reading University. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/How_to_become_a_Surveyor Investment Banking - Hard Work equals Great Rewards http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Investment_Banking_-_Hard_Work_equals_Great_Rewards Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:37:22 GMT Investment Bankers, also known as merchant bankers, work with clients to advise them on different approaches to financial, commercial and trading activities. They can work for clients looking to buy another company or they can help companies trying to avoid a takeover bid. Investment Bankers also work for clients wanting to raise funds. Their clients can be companies, institutions, government departments and wealthy individuals.

]]> Investment Bankers, also known as merchant bankers, work with clients to advise them on different approaches to financial, commercial and trading activities. They can work for clients looking to buy another company or they can help companies trying to avoid a takeover bid. Investment Bankers also work for clients wanting to raise funds. Their clients can be companies, institutions, government departments and wealthy individuals. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Investment_Banking_-_Hard_Work_equals_Great_Rewards How to become a Solicitor http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/How_to_become_a_Solicitor Mon, 26 Nov 2007 13:37:38 GMT A Solicitor’s work is interesting, challenging and rewarding. Solicitors give legal advice to all sorts of people on a wide variety of issues and a career as a Solicitor offers tremendous scope and prospects for young people.

 

]]> A Solicitor&rsquo;s work is interesting, challenging and rewarding. Solicitors give legal advice to all sorts of people on a wide variety of issues and a career as a Solicitor offers tremendous scope and prospects for young people. &nbsp; http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/How_to_become_a_Solicitor Lewis Hamilton – A Champions Profile http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Lewis_Hamilton_%E2%80%93_A_Champions_Profile Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:53:11 GMT Lewis Carl Hamilton, born January 7, 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, drives for the McLaren team. He made his F1 début at the Australian Grand Prix on 18th March, 2007, finishing 3rd.

Hamilton's paternal grandparents immigrated to the United Kingdom from the Caribbean island of Grenada in the 1950s. He was educated at The John Henry Newman School.

His father, Anthony, attends all of Lewis's races. He bought Lewis his first go-kart because Lewis was a hyperactive child.

Lewis began karting in 1993 at the age of eight and quickly began winning races and championships.

]]> Lewis Carl Hamilton, born January 7, 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, drives for the McLaren team. He made his F1 d&eacute;but at the Australian Grand Prix on 18th March, 2007, finishing 3rd. Hamilton's paternal grandparents immigrated to the United Kingdom from the Caribbean island of Grenada in the 1950s. He was educated at The John Henry Newman School. His father, Anthony, attends all of Lewis's races. He bought Lewis his first go-kart because Lewis was a hyperactive child. Lewis began karting in 1993 at the age of eight and quickly began winning races and championships. http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Lewis_Hamilton_%E2%80%93_A_Champions_Profile Bullying - How to Cope http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Bullying_-_How_to_Cope Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:21:16 GMT No-one has to put up with bullying. Bullying makes you feel miserable, sad, angry and worthless.

And bullying does not necessarily end when you leave school. At college, university and in the workplace, victimisation is still a major problem.

Adults and young people who are bullied often blame themselves and are afraid to go to work or study or appear in public places.

Self-blame and feelings of inadequacy can prevent victims of bullying from speaking up for themselves or telling anyone else about what is going on.

What can you do if you are being bullied?

]]> No-one has to put up with bullying. Bullying makes you feel miserable, sad, angry and worthless. < >< >And bullying does not necessarily end when you leave school. At college, university and in the workplace, victimisation is still a major problem. < >Adults and young people who are bullied often blame themselves and are afraid to go to work or study or appear in public places.< >< >Self-blame and feelings of inadequacy can prevent victims of bullying from speaking up for themselves or telling anyone else about what is going on. < >< >What can you do if you are being bullied? http://smaarttalent.com/index.php/news/Bullying_-_How_to_Cope