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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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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This question can be a blessing in disguise, so don’t shy away from it! The goal of this question is to help measure cultural fit by analysing the following factors: how humble is this candidate? How transparent are they in talking about difficult subjects? One approach to answering is to analyse the key skills needed
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Tell me about a successful collaboration experience… Collaboration is an important skill in nearly every profession, so the ability to work well with others is a must. This is an important question when considering how the candidate may fit in with the culture of the company. How do you foster positive relationships? Being able to
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Leadership You need to display how you lead and develop individuals who think and act differently together as a unified team. Make your examples come to life; talk to your prospective employer about specific individuals whose careers you have helped and the ways in which you have assisted their development. Be clear on the
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Although already comprising over a third of the American workforce, millennials (people aged 18-35) are still a hotly discussed topic in organizational behavioural trends and research. They continue to be this because, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, this generation will become 75% of the American workforce by 2030. Employers big and
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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
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Business analyst and recruitment specialist Sheetal Rai from WORKNRBY gives you all the tips you need to ace the interview and get the job! Mistake #1 Appearing uninterested[/dt_highlight] This drives the interviewer crazy. Most employers have more applicants than they need or want. If you aren’t demonstrably interested in them, they certainly aren’t interested in
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Creating a proactive candidate communication strategy can be the difference between keeping top talent and driving them straight to your competitors. Here’s some potential pitfalls… and how to avoid them! Ensuring your Job Descriptions hit the spot The perfect JD should inspire the right talent to apply. The quickest way to deter strong candidates is
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1) ‘When was the last time you embraced change outside of the workplace?’ In business, the ability to adapt to change is of utmost importance. This could mean anything from changing work hours or offices to embracing new technologies and working strategies. The candidate’s response doesn’t have to be related to work; it could be
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