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Interview Tips and Techniques
How to negotiate your salary
Negotiating a salary can be an important step in securing fair compensation for your skills and contributions. Here are some steps to help you navigate the salary negotiation process: 1. Do Your Research: Before entering negotiations, gather information about the...
What are Strength Based Interview Questions?
Strength-based interview questions are designed to assess a candidate's strengths, abilities, and positive qualities. These questions focus on what a person is naturally good at and what energizes them. Rather than asking about past experiences or weaknesses,...
How to answer the ‘Tell me about yourself’ interview question!
Tell me about yourself is one of the commonly asked questions. It’s an interview question that often asked at the start of the interview.
LinkedIn Learning
How to use LinkedIn if you’re a student
You can never network too soon! If you’re a student the right time to set up a LinkedIn account is today. We’ll show you how to use LinkedIn as a student and more importantly, how to land a job when you have graduated.
How to write a LinkedIn summary with no work experience
How to write a LinkedIn summary with no work experience. Networking is one of the most important activities and you can network on LinkedIn. It’s never too soon to build up your networks and you never know where it could take you.
How to use LinkedIn Stories
LinkedIn has added a new feature. You can now add Stories to your profile. However, think carefully before sharing random stories! Everything you do on social media needs to align with your purpose and personal brand.
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CV and Cover Letter Tips
How do you tailor a CV?
Today it’s essential you tailor your CV for every vacancy you apply. Read here to find out how to tailor your cover letters, CVs and application forms.
What are the common lies told on CVs?
What are the common lies told on CVs? Recently invited to discuss the common lies told on CVs with Dave Monk BBC Essex Radio’s Drive Time presenter. According to the research there are still a high percentage of candidates submitting applications with inaccurate...
What are the benefits of hiring an interview coach?
What are the benefits of hiring an interview coach? 1. Identify your requirements. 2. Tailor a bespoke coaching session. 3. An opportunity to practice your interview skills. 4. Specific and objective feedback on your performance.
Job Searching Tips and Techniques!
How Do You Secure Your First Internship?
The transition from academia to the professional world can be both exciting and daunting, especially when it comes to securing your first internship. Internships offer invaluable experiences, exposure to real-world scenarios, and a chance to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
How do you find local jobs?
How do you go about finding local jobs? Your research and networking starts and ends with LinkedIn.
Why are jobs hidden and what are the benefits for you?
During and after lockdown, networking to secure employment is essential to your success. Networking will uncover those hidden jobs and opportunities. Take advantage of networking on LinkedIn while we continue to practice social distancing.
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Career Development and Progression
What should you do in the First 3-months of a New Job!
Starting a new job can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. The first three months in a new role are crucial for setting the tone of your tenure and establishing yourself as a valuable team member.
What are the Advantages and Pitfalls of Overestimating Employees?
Frankl believed that leaders should encourage employees to reach beyond their perceived limitations. By overestimating employees’ abilities in a supportive and nurturing manner, leaders inspire them to set higher goals and aspire to achieve greatness.
What’s the impact of poor leadership?
The impact of poor leadership on employees is far-reaching and detrimental to both individuals and organizations as a whole. Leaders must recognize the significance of their role in shaping the work environment and employee experiences.
Career Women over 50
Career Change for Women Over 50
As women approach their 50s, many find themselves at a crossroads in their careers. Some may have already achieved their career goals or feel unfulfilled, while others may be facing unexpected life changes like divorce or retirement.
Coping with Redundancy at 50: How to Support Yourself During a Difficult Transition
Are you facing redundancy? Are you feeling the stress and anxiety that comes with being made redundant, particularly when you’re over 50 and may find it difficult to secure a new job or career path? You’re not alone.
Blogs for Hiring Managers & Recruiters
10 Common mistakes during the hiring process
What are the biggest mistakes during the hiring process? Knowing what could go wrong will help you to avoid the biggest mistakes!
10 Practical ways to reduce the cost of hiring
10 Simple and Practical ways to reduce the costs of hiring.
Why am I too senior or overqualified for the position?
Have you ever been rejected because you are too senior or overqualified? It’s not necessarily discrimination. There could be a number of genuine business reasons that this could be an issue.
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