In the competitive landscape of job hunting and career advancement, securing interviews and building a successful path can often feel like navigating a labyrinth. However, with the right strategies and insights from seasoned professionals, you can significantly enhance your chances of landing that dream job. Here are some invaluable tips and advice from experts in …
To build a successful career, you need more than just technical expertise and knowledge. As the nature of work evolves, it is important to cultivate attributes and abilities that allow you to collaborate with teams and colleagues – otherwise known as soft skills. Here are 10 essential soft skills that can propel your career forward, …
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Most interviewer’s won’t expect you to have a specific, step-by-step response for the ‘Where do you see yourself…’ question. Instead, they generally want to know one thing: ‘Does this role fit into your longer-term career goals?’ Of course, if you really do view the role for which you’re interviewing as just a random and unrelated …
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Before an interview it’s a given that you will try and garner as much information about your prospective new employer as possible. With this in mind, here’s some key questions to get you started… What does the company do? How big is the team you’re looking to join? How important is the team’s function in …
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It’s always important to ask questions at the end of an interview – but which ones? Here’s a list of questions that’ll ensure you leave a lasting impression and get the job! ‘Is there opportunity for growth at your company?‘ Hiring managers want progression, not regression – so outline some key skills and ask if …
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There are plenty of reasons why companies shy away from hiring during Easter: staff are overwhelmed with admin and simply don’t have the energy; team members are on vacation and not available for interviews; there’s simply no time for onboarding, offboarding or team training… the list is endless. However, Easter is actually a great time …
In today’s competitive workplace landscape, being a top-performing employee goes beyond merely meeting expectations. It involves embodying a unique set of qualities and behaviours that distinguish you as a standout professional. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion, recognition, or simply personal growth, here are ten signs of exceptional employee performance that will help you maximise …
When preparing to interview an Engineer it’s important that you include a range of questions that test the candidate’s technological and engineering expertise. In addition to engineering-specific questions, you’ll want to find out more about their interpersonal communication skills and cultural fit. Here’s five questions to get you started… 1. What’s the most challenging engineering …
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Let’s dive into the treasure trove of wisdom shared by our brilliant managers who have mastered the art of remote working. From creating zen workspaces to prioritising tasks, they’ve got the golden nuggets for a stress-free and highly productive home office! First up, Bianca-Giorgia Hritcu, our Talent Acquisition Manager, advises crafting a workspace that radiates …
You are not alone if you feel you cannot work without coffee – it’s usually the first thing we all grab the moment we are at our offices! Coffee breaks are important: they promote collaboration, productivity and creativity. Breaks with coffee eases tensions, maintains team spirit and most importantly creates a sense of belonging. Here’s …
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