Tag Archives: Interviewing
Why use a recruitment agency to fill your vacancies?
Almost every employer has tried their hand at recruiting their own staff at some point and it’s easy to see why. Online job boards and social networking sites make it easier than ever for companies to reach out to job … Continue reading
Top answers to some of the most common interview questions
No matter how many job interviews you’ve had, they can still be a nerve-wracking experience. One of the best ways to overcome interview nerves is to prepare beforehand. Below we have listed some of the most commonly asked questions at … Continue reading
Five great ways to sell yourself at a job interview
Few of us are experts when it comes to boasting about our skills and achievements which is why job interviews so often feel like an incredibly stressful and daunting experience. The bad news is that if you really do want … Continue reading
Five ways to make yourself more appealing to recruiters
Recruiters sometimes get hundreds of applications for every job they post which means it can be incredibly difficult to stand out from all the other candidates out there. The good news is that there are a number of ways you … Continue reading
How a good job advert can reduce time-to-hire
As an employer, your job adverts are a crucial part of your branding and they also strongly influence the candidate experience. You should never underestimate the importance of taking the time to write a great ad. Below we reveal how … Continue reading
The importance of soft skills in the workplace
When screening candidates during the recruitment process, most companies will look at qualifications and experience. While these are of course very important, something that organisations often overlook is soft skills. What are soft skills? Soft skills are general attributes that … Continue reading
5 simple ways to improve your job search
Job hunting is never fun nor easy. If you’re unemployed you have the pressure of trying to find something as quickly as possible and while you can afford to be choosy if you’re still employed, it can be incredibly difficult … Continue reading
Why providing a positive candidate experience is a key part of recruitment
The recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) have said that employers must pay more attention to their recruitment process if they are to provide a positive … Continue reading
How to find quality candidates when you’re short on time
Recruitment can be a long and complicated process. If you have a lot of time to prepare for your new recruit, this doesn’t necessarily have to be a problem but if you’ve been left in the lurch with an unexpected … Continue reading
How SMEs can attract top talent
When you run an SME, it can be difficult to attract top talent. You’re competing with larger organisations who can offer bigger pay cheques and better promotional opportunities so how do you persuade a candidate to choose your organisation instead? … Continue reading
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