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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Possibly the most common interview question, and arguably the most important, it will serve you well as a candidate to go in to an interview well-prepared for this question. The aim of this question is to highlight your strengths and demonstrate why you’re the perfect hire. However, to ensure your potential employer really knows what
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The closing questions you ask at an interview are only part of the process you can control – so it’s essential you make the most of it! Through your questions, you’ll be able to signal your level of knowledge of the role, the amount of time you prepared for the interview (researching the company, duties
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Today, we honour the boundless potential of the human imagination and the transformative power of creativity. Whether through art, music, writing, or any other form of expression, creativity enriches our lives and shapes our world in remarkable ways. Let’s meet some inspiring individuals and glean some tips to spark our own creative flames! Dan Underwood,
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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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What does it take to be a standout leader in the digital age? In this dynamic era of constant change, visionary leadership is the key to success. Here’s how to achieve it! Soft skills like effective collaboration and emotional intelligence are your secret weapons, empowering agility, optimising team performance, and driving transformation. According to MIT’s Human
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What skills should we hire and train for most in this rapidly evolving AI landscape? AI is reshaping the workforce, revolutionising technical tasks. But guess what? There’s a league of skills AI can’t touch – our precious soft skills! Here are the top that rise above the rest: Social Interaction Skills: In a world where AI
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Fix up, stay sharp – both mentally and physically They say a healthy heart is a healthy mind, so keep it ticking over with some form of physical exercise. You don’t need us to tell you that it improves mental performance, which will in turn help with your ability to meet deadlines. Education. Education. Education
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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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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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