Employability and career

From strained relationships with management to lack of career prospects, many factors can impact job satisfaction. In this article, we explore the key causes of professional dissatisfaction and why evaluating your career seriously is essential for long-term well-being.

Diversity and inclusion are central issues in today’s workplace, yet progress often remains modest. As Thais Compoint, Founder of Déclic International, explains, diversity is the blend of visible and invisible differences—gender, age, origins, education, ways of thinking, and more. This article explores the three dimensions of diversity and how businesses can turn awareness into action.

Training plays a central role in the lives of employees and organizations alike. It is not only a legal obligation but also a shared responsibility between employees, managers and HR. Despite its evolution, training still faces many barriers. This article explores how innovation and digitalization can unlock new opportunities for professional growth and collective performance.

The hiring and onboarding process is a decisive stage of the employee experience, carrying major stakes for both the company and the recruit. Yet too often, it is poorly managed, leading to high turnover: one in two recruitments fails after 12 months. This article explores why onboarding is so critical and shares best practices to transform this fragile moment into a sustainable success story.

A 2019 study by Le Figaro étudiant retraced the journeys of 20 French figures who, despite limited formal education, achieved remarkable success in their fields. This challenges the traditional belief that school is the sole guarantor of future achievement. Instead, it highlights a growing reality: academic excellence does not always translate into professional fulfillment, and unconventional paths can lead to thriving careers.

LinkedIn has become an essential platform for professionals—whether employed, exploring opportunities or actively job hunting. Getting started is easier than it seems. This article guides you through the first steps of creating your account, setting up your profile and making the most of the opportunities LinkedIn has to offer for your career.

In this podcast episode, I had the honor of speaking with Sarrah Masengo, entrepreneur and founder of Time for Action, an organization dedicated to helping women achieve professional fulfillment. She recounts a defining moment in her career—the decision to resign—and discusses the challenges of corporate life, from unfulfilling structures to harmful practices that undermine employee well-being.

In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Romain Coique, author of Deconditioning: Change Your Thought Pattern to Succeed. Through his atypical professional journey, he illustrates how optimism and pragmatism fuel both personal development and career success. Together, we discussed the role of personal development in professional life—often seen as private or taboo—yet essential for growth and fulfillment.

Talking about salary is still taboo in France, often associated with jealousy or inequality. Yet compensation goes far beyond fixed pay—it includes benefits, bonuses, deferred plans and strategic choices by the company. In this podcast, compensation consultant Sandrine Dorbes shares her expertise on understanding remuneration in all its complexity and why opening the conversation matters.

What if we looked at training with the same seriousness as health? The parallel may seem surprising, yet the link is clear: prevention matters in both. Just as regular health check-ups help us navigate life’s uncertainties, adopting a training routine strengthens resilience in an unpredictable professional world. Investing in learning is also a way of taking care of yourself.

Are you at a professional crossroads, seeking to revive your career or make better use of your potential? If so, you are already taking the first step toward change. A skills assessment can help you take stock, choose the right direction and prepare effectively for the next stage of your professional journey. This article reveals the essential ingredients of a successful skills assessment.

Running a job interview is not an innate skill, and many managers find themselves recruiting without HR expertise. Yet a poor hiring decision can have serious human and financial costs. This article highlights 5 key mistakes to avoid so you can conduct interviews professionally, assess candidates effectively and increase your chances of making the right choice.

Why do so many job searches end in disappointment? This article explores the 8 most common causes of failure, from ineffective applications to poor market understanding. By identifying these pitfalls and adopting the right strategies, you can boost your confidence, refine your process and maximize your chances of finding the job that truly matches your goals.

Finding a job is never easy—rules change quickly, practices evolve, and motivation can falter. On Thursday, February 3, Blossom Talents is hosting a 45-minute webinar dedicated to job seekers. Together, we will review the most common mistakes in a job search and share concrete solutions to help you refocus, progress and achieve your professional objectives.

A successful career rests on three pillars: your skills and personal qualities, your network and visibility, and your knowledge of the job market. To support professionals in these areas, Blossom Talents is hosting 4 remote workshops and 2 webinars focused on action and efficiency. These small-group sessions (2–3 hours, up to 6 people) encourage collective intelligence, help break isolation and generate concrete solutions for career development.

Job searching can be long and discouraging, but understanding recruitment codes and best practices makes all the difference. With Blossom Talents’ monthly One-on-one with your recruiter sessions, you get personalised guidance to accelerate your search, overcome small obstacles and move forward with clarity and confidence.

A skills assessment is a powerful tool for anyone considering a career shift. It can highlight your strengths, restore confidence, and uncover new professional directions—from exploring career change to launching a business idea. This article explains why a skills assessment often marks a turning point and how it can help you navigate the job market with clarity and purpose.

Feeling at a professional crossroads? A skills assessment can help you take stock and plan your next steps with confidence. In this article, you’ll find 5 key questions answered: What objectives can it achieve? How to choose the right advisor? What does the process involve? What mistakes should be avoided? And who is it really for? These insights will guide you toward making the most of your skills assessment.

Looking for a new role, a career change or simply a workplace that aligns with your values? The Nature Job Walk 🌱 is designed for motivated job seekers. On Saturday, July 1st in Draveil, join us for a morning outdoors to meet a recruitment expert, exchange with peers, expand your network and gain concrete techniques to make your job search more effective.

The job interview is a decisive step in the recruitment process—an opportunity for employers to assess candidates and for candidates to showcase their skills and motivation. But interviews can also be intimidating, especially for those with little experience. This article presents 7 key commandments to help you prepare, stay confident and give your best chance of success.