The London temps handbook

This is a handbook for those seeking employment on a temporary basis, especially in London. It gives an indication of the increasing opportunities for temping in the South East region explaining the benefits of temping and giving a description of the wide range of work available.;It suggests the factors to consider in identifying a good agency and guidance on conducting yourself at an interview. It also gives survival tips for the temp whose everyday is the first day of working within an organization.;As the nature of the temp's income is irregular, advice is given on making the most of a salary with additional information given on bank loans, overdrafts, credit and charge cards and the pitfalls of using them.;A review of the most commonly sought after industries is provided covering legal, medical, accountancy, the City, media/publishing, manufacturing, service industries, leisure and government possibilities.;Finally, since for most, temping is a springboard to full-time employment, this book gives guidance on how to wind up a temps relationship with the agency.;Included is a directory with alphabetical and geographical listings of recruitment agencies, private colleges offering secretarial qualifications and secretarial bodies and associations.