Tag Archives: Interviewing
Job interviews: character questions and how to answer them
Despite the fact that we probably know ourselves better than anyone else in the world, when it comes to character questions at job interviews, they always seem to trip us up. As the way many companies do business becomes increasingly … Continue reading
Study shows that the majority of UK companies are struggling with recruitment quality
A new study has revealed that as a result of time and market pressures, UK businesses have adopted a ‘culture of compromise’ and have appointed the wrong person in a job. A staggering 91% of those questioned said that they … Continue reading
Top tips for instant job interview confidence
No matter how many job interviews you’ve been to, they’re always a nerve-wracking experience – especially if it’s for a role that you really want. Nerves are perfectly normal and companies know to expect them but here are some great … Continue reading
The qualities you should really be looking for in a candidate
If you ask any recruiter what they’re looking for in a new hire, chances are the majority will reel off the same list; relevant experience, the right qualifications and good references. Whilst these are all great attributes to have, they … Continue reading
Top tips to shorten your job search
Looking for a new job can be incredibly time-consuming and very disheartening if you’ve been on the market for a while and don’t seem to be getting anywhere. Below we have listed some of the most common mistakes people make … Continue reading
Inside the mind of a job seeker
Making the right hire can be a difficult and time-consuming process but it can help if employers understand what a candidate is looking for. According to a survey carried out by Monster, the information below helps to give an insight … Continue reading
Do employers need to do more to impress candidates?
According to new research which has been published by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), companies are making basic mistakes in how they are engaging with job applicants and are therefore losing out on attracting the best talent. The report … Continue reading
The dos and don’ts of using social media when looking for a job
There’s no denying that social media is big business in today’s Internet-dominated world. In fact, nearly two billion people are signed up to at least one platform worldwide, we spend a total of 22% of our time online looking at … Continue reading
What employers are really thinking during job interviews
Everybody is different and therefore every job interview you go to will vary in some way. Some companies like to keep it informal whereas others really like to dig deep and will therefore throw out some of the toughest questions … Continue reading
How to stop yourself becoming disheartened when looking for a new job
Looking for a new job isn’t always easy or straight-forward. Sometimes we’re lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time and other times it can take months to find the right role. Because of this, it’s … Continue reading
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