When a new employee doesn’t work out, do you question whether it was down to the candidate or the interview technique? It’s easy to blame a bad hire on the candidate not meeting expectations, but it’s also possible that the interviewer just wasn’t doing it right! Here’s how not to interview. Be mean Use your … Read more »
If you are churning out the same CV to every role you are applying for and getting no results, it could be a good time to think about a fresh approach. Formatting your CV in a way that suits the industry you are targeting will definitely improve your chances and make you stand out in … Read more »
Job hunting is all about first impressions, but this doesn’t just mean being well presented at interview. It all starts with your CV and the very first thing that a Recruiter or Employer will read about you – your personal statement. Get this right and you’ll be one step nearer to your new job, get … Read more »
Wearable tech has been around since the 80s, for those of you that remember it the calculator watch was the first technology you could wear on your wrist. Today we expect much more from wearable technology than being able to do a few sums! If the eyes are the windows to your soul, the array … Read more »
The work history, career history, or work experience section of your CV takes up a huge amount of space. So it’s sensible to assume that it has to be right and has to impress the employer. Read more »
If you find that you’re struggling to get through to the interview stage it could be because your CV isn’t up to scratch. To narrow down the problem you may be experiencing with your CV, here are 3 reasons why your CV is getting rejected. Read more »
To try and bag your number one choice of course and university you will need to write a killer personal statement. You need to take this seriously and give it your best shot if you want to sound convincing. A passionate and enthusiastic statement will put you well above your competition. Read more »
Many people believe that it is not possible for your employer to provide you with a bad reference. However, this is not the case. The reason for this misconception is that employers are nervous about giving bad references as it could be grounds for legal action if the details are not completely accurate. So, what … Read more »
Every year, tens of thousands of graduates leave university in search employment. In an increasingly competitive job market, what can you do to ensure that you give yourself the best possible chance of securing your dream job? Here are our top 5 tips: 1. Make sure your CV is flawless. Try to keep it concise and … Read more »
What is the most popular way to recruit? The UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) has carried out its regular Employer Perspectives Survey (EPS). Released this month the survey provides an interesting insight into the recruiting habits of 18,000 employers including their perspective on first time job seekers leaving education. Since the last survey in … Read more »