Say hello to the ultimate job seeker advocate, Amie Thompson. She understands that the job search process can be overwhelming, so her goal is to alleviate some of that stress. In this feature Amie gives her top tips for networking, tells you how to tailor your resume to suit the role and offers some essential …
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There are plenty of reasons why companies shy away from hiring during Easter: staff are overwhelmed with 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 team training… the list is endless. However, Easter is actually a great time …
Business leaders need a new game plan, so here’s ours. Firstly, understanding your criteria is a critical part of being a proactive recruiting, HR and Business Support partner. It’s all about the service and value we can add to our clients and candidates. Engaging in productive conversation is the most valuable currency we have. During …
As we approach the new year, it’s time to supercharge your CV with in-demand skills that will set you apart! Why wait for the calendar to turn when you can get a head start NOW! Here are the skills that will shape the professional landscape in 2024! Coding Master the language of the digital era! …
Top 10 in-demand skills to help your job search in 2024 Read More »
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 …
Candidate Crib Sheet: 7 essential questions YOU should be asking in an interview Read More »
‘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’ …
Surely some misstake? Common spelling mistakes on CVs revealed Read More »
Learning a second language is one of the most valuable assets in the business world as it can open up many career and life opportunities. With more prospective employers now seeking to make their firms international, it may not be long before every candidate is required to speak another language. But what second language should …
Second language – which one benefits you most in business? Read More »
Company culture is rapidly becoming one of the things job seekers consider to be most important. This is good news, as it gives companies a way to distinguish themselves from the competition. But the challenge lies in being able to effectively communicate company culture to candidates. Interviews represent one of the best opportunities to do this, …
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By building your candidate pool, you will always have a constant flow of candidates… here’s four easy ways to achieve it! Your recruiter website: With SEO you can optimise your website so it’s easier for people to find. So when candidates search for job openings your website will show up in search results Social media: …
So you’ve mapped out prospective new clients by sector, role and location and made yourself presentable online. Now’s the time to reach out to your targeted candidate base. Here’s how… Cold calls – dedicating some time each day to contacting candidates will keep you focused and help you get your foot in the door. Keep …
Relationships make revenue: five ways to recruit top talent! Read More »