Nikki Vivian

Writer- Careers, Education, and Ghostwriting

United Kingdom

With 18 years experience working as a careers professional, with a background in education and psychology, I now focus my time on writing and consultancy in the areas of careers and education, as well as offering ghostwriting services.

I write informed, researched and accurate articles, blog posts, copy, email marketing, newsletters, courses, papers and resources. My experience includes both web-based and print publications, as well as writing for both B2B and B2C audiences.

My clients to date include a Fortune 5 company, multiple Fortune 500 companies, a national newspaper, the UK's go-to higher education resource website, international agencies, and multiple careers and education websites.

Please get in touch for a quote or to discuss your project- Nikkijvivian@gmail.com

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Career Content: Career Addict articles

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Nikki Vivian | CareerAddict

Nikki Vivian is a Careers Coach and Writer at CareerAddict. Browse the latest career advice and tips posted by Nikki Vivian.

CareerAddict
02/12/2026
How to Become a Professional Gambler

Curious about pro gambling? See the skills, mindset, and money management tactics it takes to turn calculated risks into income.

CareerAddict
02/14/2022
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Industry for You

When it comes to finding a good career path, it is surprising how so many people just fall into a career with very little thought or planning. Choosing school subjects and university degrees often boxes people at a young age and they continue down that career path with little deviation or a belief that it isn't possible to change their path.

CareerAddict
12/16/2021
How to Create a Europass CV (Tips and Example)

When it comes to writing a CV, there are so many templates and formats to choose from that it can get confusing. Do you choose a chronological or a skills-based format? Do you keep the design simple or use a fancy template? The choice can be overwhelming.

CareerAddict
11/26/2021
How to Get a Remote Job in the Virtual World: A Quick Guide

Your virtual job search will most likely begin much as it would have in the past. Mykola Tymkiv, the COO of MacKeeper, suggests '[looking] for jobs on platforms such as LinkedIn, [job boards], even Facebook' and goes on to recommend asking family, friends and professional contacts for leads.

CareerAddict
01/18/2022
How to Write a CV as a Teenager (with Example)

Whether you're looking for a summer job, a part-time gig or even a work placement, you'll need to highlight your skills and educational achievements in a professional document. If you are currently in the process of searching for your first job, then you probably haven't had to write a CV before and are wondering where to start.

CareerAddict
02/04/2022
How to Ask for a Bonus (with Written Letter Samples)

Talking money is a bit of a taboo subject. We find it difficult to talk about salaries and even more difficult to ask for an increase or bonus. However, there will come a time in most people's career when they need to have the conversation about a pay rise or bonus to bring their salary into alignment with extra work, responsibility or a step-up in level.

CareerAddict
02/08/2022
How to Answer 'What Would You Do if You Won the Lottery?'

You need to give your answer some thought. You want to make the right impression about your commitment to the role and the company. Career coaches often use this question on clients who are unsure what they want to do in their career, because it really allows them to think about what is important to them when money isn't a factor.

Career Content: Prospects Career Profiles

Prospects
Web designer

Discover what it takes to be a Web designer. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Regulatory affairs officer

Discover what it takes to be a Regulatory affairs officer. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Neurologist

Discover what it takes to be a Neurologist. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Neuroscientist

Discover what it takes to be a Neuroscientist. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Location manager

Discover what it takes to be a Location manager. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Prison officer

Discover what it takes to be a Prison officer. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Probation officer

Discover what it takes to be a Probation officer. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Social worker

Discover what it takes to be a Social worker. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Archaeologist

Discover what it takes to be a Archaeologist. Find out expected salary, working hours, qualifications and more.

Prospects
Artworker Career Profile

A position as an artworker is a great starting point for anyone looking to build a career in graphic design, with the right experience in desktop publishing software and working on live design projects Artworkers produce print-ready products by taking a design concept from a designer and tidying it up before it is sent to print.

Career and Education Content: The Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
06/24/2019
What is work-life balance and how do we go about achieving it? - Higher Education Jobs - Higher...

Work-life balance is one of those terms that gets thrown around a lot, but what exactly does it mean? Well, it can mean different things to different people but largely, it is helpful to think of it as an acceptable equilibrium between your work life and your home/personal life, in accordance to your priorities, enjoyment, and goals.

Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
03/19/2020
Tips for higher education professionals working from home - Higher Education Jobs - Higher...

Most higher education faculty, staff, and administrators aren't fully accustomed to remote work. But the spread of coronavirus has prompted thousands of higher education employees to adapt to this new way of working, which is unfamiliar to many of us and brings a new set of challenges, especially for those of us working when family members are unexpectedly at home, too.

Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
03/27/2020
Being productive while working remotely - Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment...

Remote working is becoming increasingly widespread, as institutions see the benefits of allowing employees to work from home and the huge advantages of hiring talented staff who may not be necessarily located nearby. Even if remote work is not the norm in your organization, in a time of crisis-such as current coronavirus response-the number of...

Hercjobs
08/08/2017
Salary Negotiation- A winner's mindset

Salary negotiation is often the elephant in the room. Whether you're discussing a job offer, you're a freelancer talking to a prospective client or you're already in a job and want to talk about a raise, it's the conversation that we tend to avoid even though it is probably one of the most important and often the decider over whether we take a job or continue in a position.

Hercjobs
01/13/2018
Five Questions to Ask Yourself to Improve Your Personal Brand

Branding is a concept best understood by looking at companies and products. However, in the digital age, it's not just CEOs that should be concerned with branding, you too have a personal brand. When you go for an interview, you are selling yourself.

Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
11/22/2019
What is Imposter Syndrome and how can you overcome it? - Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education...

Imposter Syndrome is a psychological phenomenon whereby a person has serious doubts about their accomplishments. It's an inability to believe that what you have achieved is due to you and not some form of "luck" or misunderstanding. If you have Imposter Syndrome, you may feel that your success is not truly "yours," and you may...

Hercjobs
11/20/2017
How to say 'No' at work

Going above and beyond is a great trait to have. It will make you stand out as reliable and driven, it's admirable within a team if you can help colleagues out and ensures excellent customer and client relations.

Higher Education Jobs - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
06/20/2020
Stress relief when working remotely: How to scale up social-not physical-contact - Higher...

Working remotely certainly has it perks, but it also has some downsides. Most of these revolve around the isolated nature of working outside of an office environment. In absence of a team, remote work can feel very lonely at times. Without a trusted colleague to bounce ideas off of, spur you on, or resolve issues,...

Career Content: Multiple publications

CV Writers
08/29/2017
How to address a career break on your CV - CV Writers

How to address a career break on your CV Being out of work for a while comes with the dilemma of how to address this break on your CV. You'll probably receive varying advice about this but the truth of the matter is, it depends entirely on how long the break was for and whether you are going back to a similar role or looking for a career change.

Studentjob
Christmas Eve at the office

It's Christmas Eve and things appear to be winding down at the office. The Christmas jumpers are out, Michael Buble is belting out his annual festive medley and everyone seems in good spirits. The countdown for Christmas drinks is on!

Pitman-training
Personal Assistant (PA)

A personal assistant, or PA, holds a crucial role providing administrative support to senior management or company directors, in order to free up their time for higher-level strategic tasks and responsibilities. There is usually a close working relationship between manager and PA, as it is the job of a PA to understand management's objectives and have extensive company knowledge in order to handle communications and admin on their behalf.

Career and Parenting Content

Hercjobs
09/18/2017
How to use your Skills as a Parent to Land your Next Job

When you become a parent, it's easy to fall into the trap of believing that 'that is all you are now'. This can be especially true if you take a break from your career to raise your family, as being out of the game can knock your confidence.

Ghost Writing

IZEA
03/24/2025
Multiple clients

I've worked with IZEA, ghost writing for some well known brands in careers, education, retail, insurance, and travel.

Well known travel insurance brand
09/12/2023
Web content

I have ghostwritten web content for a travel insurance brand.

Usay Compare
11/13/2024
Blog articles

I have ghostwritten blog posts for the Usay Compare website.

Graduate Futures Institute
02/15/2026
Career profiles

I have ghost written careers profiles for Graduate Futures Institute.

University of Exeter
Blogs

I have ghostwritten several blog posts for the University of Exeter

Well known online course platform
06/06/2025
Careers blogs

I have written 100s of blog posts on careers for one of the world's largest online course platforms.

The Guardian
Careers article

I ghost wrote an article for a company that was published in the Guardian Careers

Well known online education platform
03/13/2024
Higher education articles

I have ghostwritten 100s of articles about higher education courses for a well known online course platform.

Well-known retail brand
11/03/2024
Product Q&A

I ghost wrote a series of product Q&As for a well known supermarket brand in the USA.

Education

Give A Grad A Go
How to make your university work experience count after graduation

When you leave university and step into the "real" world, it can very often be a daunting and disheartening place. Being offered a job upon graduation is no longer the norm. Graduate jobs are competitive and employers are looking for more than just a good degree.

Fiction

Stroudshortstories
11/09/2025
Stroud Short Stories Winner 2025

I was a winner at the 2025 Stroud Short Stories event in November 2025. My story, "Lamello Zeta P2", will be published in the 2026 anthology.

Gloucestershire Writers' Network
08/11/2021
Past Winners | Gloucestershire Writers' Network

I was awarded Highly Commended by the Gloucestershire Writers Network in 2025 for my story "The Secret Garden", which was published in EDGES Anthology.

Parenting and children

Parent
01/11/2017
Please Sleep, but Not All Night

Because, deep down, I know this is the last time I'll share my bed with a small person who steals my slumber, I'm as reluctant to give it up as I am sleepy. From the day we brought our little bundle home, she slept for five-hour stretches, though never at night.

Parent Co.
10/30/2017
The Determination of the Tiniest Fighter

They told us not to think the worst when we didn't hear a sound. They said a baby of your gestation wouldn't have lungs developed enough to cry. That tiny, determined cry as you were pulled from deep within me is etched in my mind for the rest of my life.

Parent
02/21/2017
A Letter to My Daughter's Imaginary Friend

I wasn't sure you were good for my daughter you see. No offense, but I wasn't convinced I wanted her hanging around with you. Dear Jess, I'll admit, I was a little concerned when I first got wind of you. I wasn't sure you were good for my daughter you see.

Pregnant Chicken
06/15/2017
My Daughter Ate A Roly-Poly (And 6 Other Things I Pretend Not To See) - Pregnant Chicken

Having kids is a glamour-less business. Until I had children I had never talked so much about bodily fluids, seen so many bodily fluids, touched so many bodily fluids. Ewwww! With so many things to address, so many things to clean up, so many 'don't touch that's' and 'don't stick that up there's' there are some things you've just got to let go.

Parent Co.
09/28/2016
My Daughter Spent 6 Weeks in the NICU, and I Wouldn't Change a Thing

I'm feeling particularly emotional for a Thursday night. You see, my baby girl turns three tomorrow. I'm sure many parents feel this way as another year passes and we all wonder where the time has gone, but aside from worrying life is passing by too quickly, it's the time of year I find myself looking back at photos of when she was born and reliving the experience.

Latched Mama
08/30/2016
Lessons Learned. Transitioning From One to Two - Latched Mama

If you've just added a new little bod to your happy family or are pregnant with your second, you might be starting to wonder what you've let yourself in for. Well, I'm not going to lie, the first few weeks were tough for us, despite having done it all before.

Travel

Sevencorners
Top 10 Family Vacation Destinations | Seven Corners

The best part of family vacations is the memories you make with your loved ones. Being together is the goal, but finding the right backdrop for your family adventures is a key element in the best plans. Check out our top 10 family destinations in the United States.

Urbantravelblog
Long Weekend in Cardiff | Urban Travel Blog

Birthplace of Roald Dahl, home of the Dr. Who experience, owner of the world's oldest Lovespoon... Cardiff has many claims to fame. However, as Nikki Vivian (G+) reveals, a better reason to visit is for the great nightlife, culture and people.

Food and Drink

Honest Cooking
02/25/2014
10 Out of Control Cupcake Flavors

Nikki Vivian shares weird cupcake recipes that have been sent to her by her dedicated followers. By Nikki Vivian One of the best things about cupcakes in my opinion is that they come in so many different flavours and varieties. I get great enjoyment out of trying unique flavour combinations and experimenting with different ingredients.

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