The Art of Successful Resume Writing

  In today’s job economy, hundreds and often thousands of resumes are submitted to any given job offer online. This makes it incredibly difficult to craft a resume that stands out from the rest. On the surface, a resume is nothing more than a piece of paper with a few over » Read More

7 Illustrated Slang Terms for Money

An Illustrated Tour of Slang Terms for Money The English language is rich in slang expressions for money, and often these terms tell us something interesting about the nation using them. With this in mind, the team at Art Money and Go Compare has created a series of artworks » Read More

What Do Your Emails Say About You?

The language we use shapes the way that other people see us, so it is important to think carefully about the way that we present ourselves, both in speech and in writing, particularly when we are working on business correspondence. Writing Professional Emails Recognizing the importance of careful editing, » Read More

Why Do I Write in English?

The first Roman emperor famously said: “When you gain a new language, you gain a new soul.” I am not sure that I’ve gained a new soul after having learned English but I’ve gained a good ‘rice bowl’ – something which allows me to make a living. “Why do you » Read More

Top 5 Tips to Ensure Effective Communication at Work

  Ever felt like you’re banging your head against the proverbial brick wall? At work, not literally! If you’ve ever suffered frustration due to a lack of effective communication in the workplace, you’re not alone. A 2008 survey “Communication in the Workplace,” found that a lack of communication skills » Read More