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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With hundreds of applicants screened on a daily basis recruiters are always on the lookout for candidates who will be the perfect fit for the job. Here’s how to spot a stellar CV in less time than it takes to finish your morning brew… First things first – check the format A good applicant will …
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If you’re interviewing for a role, I can guarantee you will be asked the above question. Below are example scripts of what to say, and more importantly, when to say it… If you voluntarily leave a company: You may be leaving because your previous role was Internet Explorer-level awful, but positivity is key – …
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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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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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People don’t know much about you when you join a company. There’s no precedent – you’re a stranger. It doesn’t matter what reputation you had before, you can shape your own, new identity now. The first 90 days are going to set you up for the rest of your career in that company. Here’s how …
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Engagement is the cornerstone of success, so let’s learn from a true expert in the field – Scott Gould! From a church minister to a captivating Keynote Speaker, with stops along the way for poetry and thrilling PR projects with the prestigious Finland tourist board, Scott’s path to success has been an incredible adventure. Scott …
Don’t let your job search grind you down. Break it in to five small steps – each designed to get you the job you deserve! Monday = Goal setting for the week ahead Start the week as you mean to go on by setting your job-search goals in the form of small ‘to-do’ lists. Stick …
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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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Sheetal Rai from Worknrby.com gives you a list of the key skills needed to thrive in your job! Sales skills Sales is the basis of all business success. You’re always selling, even if your role does not include sales in the job description. You sell during marketing activities, team meetings, customer service, product management, conferences, …