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Following on from last month’s ‘Preparing for Success’ interview article, we discuss the questions you should be asking a potential employer.  It’s vital that you use your interview opportunity to gather as much information as you can about the company, its staff, the role you’re applying for, and the general office environment that you’ll be working in. Managing expectations from both sides is key to a harmonious working relationship.  It’s ...

Going for an interview for a new role can be a daunting process and whatever your motive for applying for that job, the pressures of the situation and the pressure you put on yourself all can have an effect on your performance.  Whilst it’s ok to be nervous, nerves sometimes are almost desirable as it can demonstrate a passion and a real care to succeed, however, it’s vital that you don’t let these nerves overcome you and end up negatively affecting your prospects. A lot...

You’ve probably heard the phrase, ‘a problem shared, is a problem halved’? It may sound logical that teamwork is important, but what exactly are the benefits and what can you achieve with stronger team working? Teamwork is absolutely essential in the work environment. It creates a sense of unity, can help galvanise employees and act as a motivating factor when pulling together large and potentially challenging projects.  Inspiration for great teamwork can be taken from e...

Company growth means exciting new vacancies and at Big Motoring World we’re gearing up for a big 2020 and our team plays a vital role in delivering on those ambitions. If you’re looking to start an exciting new career at Big Motoring World we’d love to hear from you. With vacancies available across the group, below is just a small fraction of the exciting roles that are currently on offer. Read on to discover more. Kent: Sales Executives - Learn More As a Sales Executive, y...

To deliver a more productive and efficient working day, it’s important to overcome a number of obstacles that present themselves in the workplace. We all procrastinate sometimes but being able to overcome periods like this is a valuable way to deliver a higher level of efficiency. In this article, we’ll take a look at a number of different ways that you can be more efficient with your time. From taking a break to making a to-do list, there are a number of ways that can help you get ...

When it comes to success in the workplace and life in general, it usually comes thanks to traits that you can apply to both scenarios. Whether it’s working towards a promotion at work or achieving one of your own personal goals, the path to success remains the same. Whilst there are countless ‘hacks’ that you can implement to drive you towards success, at the end of the day, there are a few core foundation elements which need to be in place to first provide the groundwork for ...

In business learning from someone that has lived and breathed your situation is invaluable. Gaining first-hand experience can be essential when it comes to helping you progress and mentoring is the perfect way to achieve this. Whether you need to lean on someone in a current situation or having some to use as a soundboard as you progress through your career, the power of mentoring cannot be underestimated, but what is it and what areas do you need to consider when choosing a mentor? In this ar...

As we continue on through January our plans for the year start to come to fruition and as the business grows, so does the size of our team and at current we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team across Kent and London. The arrival of London Enfield and Stratford has created a wealth of exciting new vacancies across the entire Big Motoring World group, however, it’s not just at our new centres where we are looking to add to our team, we also have several exciting vac...

2019 has seen Big Motoring World open two London dealerships. The first came this summer as we arrived at London Stratford and now we are proud to announce that we have just opened a brand new site in Enfield. With new locations come new jobs and we are currently recruiting to fill newly created roles at both locations. With a whole host of vacancies across the business, there has never been a better time to join Big Motoring World. Wherever your passions lay, we are bound to have a job for you...

At Big Motoring World we are delighted to announce the imminent opening our of brand new Enfield location. With the opening just around the corner, we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our fast-growing Enfield team. Think you have what it takes? If you’re on the lookout for a fast-paced and varied job role with one of the UK’s leading used car brands with real career prospects Big Motoring World has just the job for you and recruitment for our new Enfield location ...

The power of face to face conversation and seeing the whites of someone's eyes cannot be underestimated. It’s an old adage that people buy from people, so by striking up a conversation and immediately becoming more personable you are breaking down an obvious barrier. Whether you love it or hate it, networking is essential to help further your prospects. Some people find it more natural and actively enjoy it whereas some feel they struggle with it and therefore tend to shy away from it. Ma...

As we continue to grow the Big Motoring World group we are looking to recruit for new positions at our recently opened London Stratford location. Are you looking to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing automotive retailing businesses? If yes, then read on… Opening just a few months ago, our London Stratford location has quickly established itself as one of the go-to locations for used cars in the nation’s capital. With a fantastic selection of used cars available from some of...

When it comes to delivering a great presentation there are many aspects to consider. Whether that’s from a confidence or body language perspective, in this article for our jobs website, we’ll take a look at some top presentation tips to help you succeed. Preparing your speech or your presentation deck is just one of many elements of a presentation. Confidence, body language and knowledge of your subject when put on the spot are all important aspects to consider. Arguably confidence ...

Big Motoring World’s presence in London is about to get bigger as we prepare for our upcoming Enfield dealership. With new locations come new jobs and we are delighted to open up our recruitment for our new centre. With a vast variety of jobs available in all areas across the group, there couldn’t be a more exciting time to get involved with the Big Motoring World story. Whether your craft is in sales, admin or vehicle inspections, we would love to hear from you and below is just a ...

The interview is an integral part of any job recruitment process. It’s a golden opportunity for both prospective employee and employer to meet each other one on one, a meeting that may ultimately end up with a job vacancy being filled. Whilst interviews themselves can come in a number of guises, be that a telephone interview or face to face, one thing remains the same, the interview set’s out to discover you as a person and your ability from a skills point of view. So, how can you p...

Writing a CV can be a daunting experience, where to start and what to include are all key points you need to consider before putting pen to paper. In our latest jobs blog, we delve into the CV and discover what yours should contain. What needs to be in your CV? It’s essentially a given but your personal details should be listed within your CV. How you can be contacted is essential so make sure you include your email address and telephone number. Your CV should include your employment his...

ONE of Britain’s leading independent car retailers has created 300 jobs with the opening of a National Vehicle Preparation Centre in Peterborough. The new facility represents an investment of £14 million by Big Motoring World, an award-winning dealership group that specialises in the sale of quality pre-owned cars from prestigious manufacturers such as BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz. It has been equipped with an array of specialist equipment to ensure that vehicles marketed and sold b...

When it comes to starting a new job, walking into an interview or meeting someone new, first impressions count. How to handle yourself and how to behave are all key to making a great first impression and in this article, we’ll take a look at 3 key points when it comes to making that memorable first impression. Making a great first impression you may think is made up of some fundamental basics, however, there are many ways that you can make a great impression. Let's get straight into it wi...

Teamwork makes the dream work, a problem shared is a problem halved. These may be well-worn cliche’s however when it comes to working and pulling together as a team the benefits of team working can be substantial. For any business to truly succeed it needs to contain teams that are all working towards one common goal in a harmonious manner. Working as a team affords a share of responsibility and also allows individual team members to draw on their individual strengths. Team working also h...

When it comes to succeeding in the workplace and making waves in your career, one major factor to this success is a mentor. Having someone to lean on when encountering new experiences can help you deliver to the best of your ability, but what exactly makes a good mentor? It’s a common expression coined by serial entrepreneur Richard Branson, ‘If someone offers you a great opportunity but you don’t know how to do it, say yes and learn how to do it later’. It’s an ex...

A presentation can be a daunting experience. Standing up and presenting in front of a room full of people is out of many peoples comfort zones. However, delivered well and professionally it can be of huge benefit to your audience and your own personal confidence. It’s easy to understand the nerves that a person may fear when stepping up to deliver a presentation. Standing alone can feel an exposing experience, however, in this article, we’ll take a look at a number of ways that you ...

2019 is an exciting time in the history of Big Motoring World. Off the back of the opening of our state of the art Blue Bell Hill facility last summer, we are venturing out of Kent for the first time in our history as we open our first sites in London and Peterborough and this is where we need you! This is the first step in what is set to become an exciting time to be part of the business. With further locations set to open in addition to the Stratford and Peterborough location, Big is set to b...

Sporting triumph has the power to galvanise the nation. Whether that's watching a team dominate their discipline or watching a team triumph against the odds, much can be learned by what goes on in the field of play and these learnings can be directly applied into the workplace. Whether it’s watching England’s cricketers deliver World Cup glory after a classic final goes to super over, or seeing Gareth Southgates calm and experienced leadership over the England men's Football team la...

When it comes to coming up against an objection it can seem like a challenge and has the potential to derail a pitch or open deal. However, recognising and handling an objection in the correct way need not mean the end of the road. If encountering an objection in a sales environment it doesn’t have to be negative. How you react though is essential and this objection could be turned around against the other party to help them solve a problem. An objection could also open up another potenti...

Exciting things are happening at Big Motoring World. After a period of fantastic growth which saw us open our state of the art Blue Bell Hill facility, we are now looking towards our next chapter as we bring Big Motoring World to London. Big is getting a whole lot bigger and we’re looking for talented individuals to join our team in Stratford. These are exciting times for us all at Big Motoring World as our move into London represents our first foray out of Kent. Big by name and big by n...

Having great people skills is essential in the workplace. Whether that is dealing with clients and customers or communicating with colleagues inside the business, great people skills can make a huge difference in how you progress in your career. People make a job it’s often said. To make work a harmonious and enjoyable place to be, having great people skills is an absolute must. People skills allow you to have a better read of a person and allow you to communicate in far more effective wa...

Working from home can be a real luxury for some of us. Greater flexibility at home, no morning commute and no need to be crammed onto a train or stuck in traffic. There are so many positives to working from home, however, how do you stay focused and work effectively? Whether you love working from home because it allows you to to really focus without the distractions of the office or whether you loathe it because you find yourself dipping into tasks around the house, there is a lot to be said ar...

Networking is powerful in the business world. Having the right connections and people in the right places can help you to achieve and get results quicker. Over time you’ll build a trusted network, but how can you go about building these connections and how can you make the most of your current network? Networking can be more than just who you know. Having a strong network allows you to get stuff done quickly. Whether you're faced with a task you need assistance with or you’re presen...

In both our professional and personal day to day lives it is inevitable that our words or actions will draw criticism on occasion. Whilst this criticism may feel personal or unjust it’s important to ensure criticism doesn’t get you down or affect your approach. After all, constructive criticism can be turned into a positive. We’ve all been there, you’ve slaved away over a project for a long period of time, complete the task at hand and pass your work back to a customer, ...

A job interview is an important part of the interview process. It allows for a recruiter to get to the know the candidate one on one and affords a valuable opportunity for both parties to get to know each other. However with the prospect of a job at stake, how do you deliver as a candidate? A good interview can be the deciding factor between whether your application progresses or not so it’s important to be on form in the interview room and command the recruiter's attention whilst knowing...

LinkedIn is a social media platform designed for business professionals. A site designed for employees and businesses to connect and network, LinkedIn continues to expand and has become an invaluable tool. How, however, do you use LinkedIn to get the most from it? You are more than likely reading this blog after clicking through from the Big Motoring World LinkedIn profile or from you seeing it on your timeline. LinkedIn has seen a major upswing in users recently and many people can benefit. W...

It’s a topic of great national debate. How do we break down that stigma around mental health and how can we help people open up when it comes to personal struggles. No one should have to suffer alone and during a week that sees a focus on mental health awareness, what steps can you take to support mental health in the workplace? It’s stated that one in four of us will suffer ill mental health at some point in our lives. With a variety of contributing factors playing a part, looking ...

2018 saw an exciting period of growth for Big Motoring World and as 2019 passes by we keep ticking off major milestones as we look forward to opening our first London location this Autumn. Naturally given this rate of growth we require additional team members to join our dedicated and hardworking teams. Big Motoring World is a leading used car supermarket. Fronted by our owner Peter Waddell, we aim to capitalise on our position of being one of the largest car supermarkets in the UK by adding to...

It’s a question many of us may have contemplated asking in our jobs over the years but how can you ask for a pay rise in a constructive way? Can you ask in a fashion that isn’t going to affect how you’re perceived in the workplace and can you avoid this conversation having a negative impact on your job prospects? Whether you are keeping your head down, playing the long game or come to your end of year review feeling that you have smashed your targets, asking for a pay rise ca...

A presentation can be a daunting experience. Standing up and presenting in front of a room full of people is out of many peoples comfort zones. However, delivered well and professionally it can be of huge benefit to your audience and your own personal confidence. It’s easy to understand the nerves that a person may fear when stepping up to deliver a presentation. Standing alone can feel an exposing experience, however, in this article, we’ll take a look at a number of ways that you ...

What does it take to be a good communicator? In a fast-paced business world, the difference between success and failure can hinge on good communication between teams and individuals. That said, what actually makes a good communicator? Whether it’s how you listen to the other involved party, what kind of questions you ask and how you present yourself, all of these points can make a difference. In this article, we’ll take a look at three factors that are important to great communicati...