Halloween can seem like a black hole when it comes to hiring. There’s plenty of reasons why companies shy away from hiring during this time: staff are overwhelmed with end-of-year 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 […]
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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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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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You must have a highly efficient developer portfolio if you want to stand out in the tech community. If you have an ineffective or non-existent portfolio website, some employers will not even bother to review your projects. It gives them a glimpse into how you really work. A full stack developer website portfolio is a
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A well-crafted thank you note after an interview could be the tie-breaker that sets you apart from your competition and helps you get the job. If you’re even remotely interested in the position, I strongly encourage sending a note. While it’s standard interview advice, most applicants still skip this step for some reason. Here are
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My name is Jamie Van Cuyk and I’m a business consultant who specialises in employee management. The story of my worst job interview ever is a good one. While I did not enjoy the experience, I can’t help but laugh nearly 20 years later! What I learned from that event goes past the questions and
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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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When we think of a leader, what image comes to mind? Probably someone who walks into a room and immediately owns it – confident, poised, charismatic. Maybe even a little larger than life. These are the traits we’ve come to associate with leadership because they’re the ones we see most clearly: charisma, power, vision. But
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Ready to ignite your passion and showcase your unique creativity? Dive into invaluable insights from expert designers who are shaping the future of design! Sheza Marinova, Graphic Designer at TikTok, shares her fulfilling journey: “Being a Graphic Designer at TikTok is an absolute privilege and a truly fulfilling job for me. I have the ability
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Job searching can feel like a never-ending rollercoaster – endless applications, nerve-wracking interviews, and the constant hope for that breakthrough moment. But here’s the truth: success isn’t just about sending out resumes and waiting for a call back. It’s about being strategic, networking wisely, and standing out from the crowd. Whether you’re polishing your resume,
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