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 […]
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Got a difficult boss? This may be why.
This week our guest blogger Corrinne Armour talks about difficult bosses Most of my messages are directed towards the leader. Today I am talking to you about the leader you report to – your boss. Do you have a tricky relationship with your boss? While you both come to work to do a good job, […]
Recruitment Agencies – How they can help you !
Recruitment agencies are becoming increasingly popular. As more and more businesses and organisations turn to recruitment consultants to find their perfect candidate, more and more candidates are turning to recruitment agencies to facilitate their job search. The job market is competitive, it can be a complicated, expensive, lengthy and frustrating process for both the […]
How to prepare an interview
For any job you want, remember that generally employers want their staff in place yesterday. They want someone who can do the job now. You have one opportunity, to understand the client’s expectations and to pitch yourself for the role. We all know there are uncertainties as to what questions your prospective employer may ask […]
How to write a Linkedin profile that gets results
If you are looking for a new role or a new client, LinkedIn is where it’s at. The beauty of LinkedIn is that if you write a great personal profile you open yourself up to the opportunity to be found for work. Yes, that’s right, found for work. Potential employers or clients find you – […]
How to prepare your LinkedIn Profile
Let’s break this question into 2 parts: 1. What are recruiters looking for in your profile? Your profile picture, heading, summary and skills play a pivotal role in this aspect of your Linked In profile. A profile picture should be professional, remember the expression “a picture paints a thousand words” this reflects how serious […]
How to turn a weakness into a strength for an interview
Preparing for an interview can be stressful. They can be tough, as you typically have no idea what to expect. There are however some topics that may come up to address. As we go ahead I will share with you how to approach this. Most individuals have a weakness and are not usually comfortable […]
How to Crack an Interview
We are all working in a highly competitive world and finding a job is a lengthy process. First of all it’s hard to find a job and getting an opportunity to interview but once you get the interview, secondly it all boils down to how to crack that particular interview. Imagine how you can make someone […]
ARE YOU ON LINKEDIN? IF NOT, WHY NOT?
The Job Seekers guide to a killer profile – Land you dream job with a few simple steps You may have all noticed that we now live in, and have done so for some time, the “Digital Age”. When it comes to your professional world and career I have no doubt that it has […]