You’ve reached the final stage: your CV was selected among many other applicants, you conquered the telephone screen and now, here you are, sitting in front of the interviewer, talking confidently about your skills and major achievements when then, all of a sudden you’re asked: ”Do you have any questions?”. A job interview should be […]
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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, […]
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. […]
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? […]
Common interview mistakes & how to avoid them!
Common interview mistakes & how to avoid them! Congratulations, you’ve impressed with your application and landed a job interview. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned professional, when it comes to job interviews it’s surprisingly easy to trip yourself up. Interviews are often the first chance you get to […]
Phone Interviews: Preparation
By Soumaya Benyassine on Wednesday 23rd March 2011 in Career Blog, Tips to Simplify Your Life, Useful Skills
Phone interviews are often used to screen candidates in order to narrow the pool of applicants who will be invited for an interview. You never know when a recruiter might call and ask if you have a few minutes to talk. Here are some tips to prepare yourself and sound your best over the phone. […]
Look First Class on an Economy Budget
By Soumaya Benyassine on Monday 21st February 2011 in Career Blog, Elena Reed, Tips to Simplify Your Life, Useful Skills
Our featured video this week by Elena Reed explores how to dress yourself in the best way possible! Visit our YouTube channel for more videos by Elena Reed [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aB0aWt5oco] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLcmv6OFHw8]
Colour!
By Soumaya Benyassine on Tuesday 11th January 2011 in Career Blog, Elena Reed, Tips to Simplify Your Life
Looking sharp and presentable is important when attending an interview, however the subtleties of colour in your attire is also fundemental. Studies have shown that colors do trigger subconscious responses in humans so when entering for an interview, limit the use of colours as they can define you before you enter the interview Black represents […]