Job Interviews: Job interview preparation – The definitive guide
Job interview preparation – The definitive guide Are you preparing for a job interview and want to give yourself the best chance of getting an offer? Then you need to master the art of the interview with help from our interview preparation guide. Drawing on our extensive experience interviewing and placing candidates, combined with our…
Personal Branding: The rise of the personal brand
The rise of the personal brand. What’s your story? It’s the wise adage that has stood the test of time: “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression.” But it is not your shiny shoes or suit that will leave a lasting impression when you next interview for a role. As…
Personal Branding: What a recruiter is really looking for
A great suit? A strong handshake? What is a recruiter really looking for when they meet you? What they’re looking for is you. Not the ‘you’ in your CV but the other one. The one with motivations, successes, strengths, weaknesses. The real you. Of course they’re looking for the basic essentials: your skills, experience and…
Career Progression: How to accelerate your professional skills development
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” So said Mahatma Gandhi and it’s the learning issue that has many of us breaking into a sweat. But there is a way out. Do you feel you need to improve your skills? Hone an existing strength? Train up…
Leadership: Cultivate a visionary leadership on a daily basis
How to cultivate visionary leadership on a daily basis? ‘You’ve got to think about big things while you’re doing small things, so that all the small things go in the right direction.’ – Alvin Toffler As leaders, sometimes we can become so busy with our heads down, getting things done, that we can forget to…
Resumes & cover letters: Resume examples
There are many types of resumes to for job seekers from a wide range of backgrounds. Take a look at the resume samples below to see which one is best for you. The three most popular resume types are as follows: Reverse chronological resume example Also called the chronological resume format, it’s the most common…
Career Progression: Top tips for effective networking
The importance of networking can’t be overstated; it’s one of the best ways to find out about job opportunities and is crucial for any career-minded professional. But it’s something that seems to come naturally to some, but not to others. If you’re one of those people who finds networking difficult, here are some suggestions to…
Psychometric tests: Online psychometric testing tips & preparation
Watch our short video to learn about online psychometric assessments, what they are, and how they are used. General hints for completing psychometric assessments Get a good sleep the night before if possible Try to relax If you wear glasses or contact lenses, be sure to have them with you Complete the assessment in a…