“Mastery of language affords one remarkable opportunities.” ― Alexandre Dumas The words we choose in an interview are important. We only get to say relatively few to tell our entire career story so the ones we select must be worthwhile, impactful and poignant. As Alexandre Dumas alluded too, our choice of words are the […]
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Being an Intern at Quay
Hi there, My name is Vera Hinkelmann. I am from Germany and study Psychology in the UK, but this summer – or winter for the Australians 😉 – I am interning at Quay Appointments’ city office in the Sydney CBD. In general, doing an internship in HR is a great opportunity for me to figure […]
How to use social media appropriately.
Social media is the collective of online communications channels dedicated to community-based input, interaction, content-sharing and collaboration. Some common platforms include Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest and You Tube. Using Social Media for your business can have the following positive impacts; Grow referral traffic to your website Drive lead generation or e-commerce […]
Successful tips on dressing for a job interview
Interviews can often be high pressured, stressful and intimidating. However, knowing you look good, well-presented and prepared for your interview can not only help ease the nerves but also boost your confidence. Ask yourself… Would you show up for a job interview wearing jeans, sneakers or a t-shirt? Would you chew gum during the […]
How to write a business email that scores an ‘A’ grade and not a ‘F’
An email (electronic mail) is one of the most common forms of communication in business today. There are many advantages to using email to send and retrieve information. However, there are also many pitfalls to avoid. Another way to think about an email is that it’s like a letter – as in it has a beginning, […]
Why is the work, life, balance so important?
It’s a term we’re all probably familiar with. Research has shown that the more we have of it, the better we perform at work. I asked my colleagues at Quay Appointments what it means for them and flexibility, planning and downtime made the top three. Based on a recent study by the Australian National […]
Formatting a CV for success.
The first known CV was created by Leonardo Da Vinci 500 years ago. Since then, things have moved on slightly and it is essential for any job seeker to have a well presented, professional CV. It is your first introduction to potential future employers and as we all know, first impressions count! First things first, the basics. […]
The importance of soft skills in the IT industry.
It’s hard to keep your skills up to date in today’s workforce in general, not just IT, and it is a lifelong task to identify what are the emerging skillsets that will get you ahead of your competition and build a long, rewarding career. In the midst of this turmoil of changes, there are […]
Life in Australia.
G’day mate, hows it going? So, you are finally making the move across the globe – CONGRATULATIONS!!! As exciting as packing your bags and moving your life to the other side of the world is, here are a few things I wish people had told me before I made the move over 2 years ago. […]
How can you make your LinkedIn profile appealing to hiring managers?
How can you make your LinkedIn profile appealing to hiring managers? LinkedIn is a must when looking for job opportunities. There is no doubt about it anymore. Either you are an active or passive candidate, hence why I strongly recommend you make your LinkedIn Profile active. What do I mean by that? […]