There are some standard interview questions that we’re all familiar with. ‘What are your strengths… where do you see yourself in five years… why do you want to work here?’ etc. are all typical interview fodder that nearly all applicants feel equipped to answer. However if you really want to find out more about a…
‘Led’ vs. ‘lead’ It’s an easy mistake to make – ‘led’ is the past tense of the verb ‘lead’, pronounced ‘leed’. However, lots of people make the mistake of using ‘lead’ which is actually a noun for the chemical element! ‘Definitely’ Ah, the original school boy error, spelling ‘definitely’ as ‘definately’. Just remember it’s ‘i’…
There are lots of reasons passive candidates appeal as prospective new hires: they have a proven track record of working in a similar environment – meaning they are more likely to be up-to-date with the latest industry developments, plus, as they’re already employed, they are more likely to be honest in their self-promotion and less-likely…
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…
When searching for top talent, every recruiter prefers an informed candidate. Here’s how to spot one… Definition: An informed candidate is a person who is engaged with your company from the beginning of the recruitment process, which increases the chances of them becoming the right fit for your company and exhibit a greater degree of…
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Once you’ve shortlisted a candidate for a second interview, it’s time to determine if they have the skill set to succeed at your company. This is when more detailed questions about the position are needed. Below are a selection of behavioural questions that will help you determine if your candidate is the perfect fit for…
Twitter has become a key talent acquisition tool for connecting job seekers with recruiters due to its ease of use and quick, direct communication. If you’re looking for a new working opportunity then you can’t afford to be without it. However, to get the most out of the platform, you need to fully understand how…
There’s a lot more than team spirit that goes in to keeping your employees happy. Here’s eight key ingredients for achieving nirvana in the workplace… The overall environment and organisation’s working culture Competitive compensation and company perks, including annual raises and bonuses Training and development opportunities, including opportunities for promotion and career development An attractive…
We all know that finding a new job can be very stressful; from searching for work, preparing the application and speaking to the recruiter – and that’s all before being offered the job! With this in mind, recruiters should always try and understand what’s motivating their candidates, be it psychologically or emotionally, so they can…