You’ll either love them or loathe them but your CV is the most powerful sales tool you have at your expense when seeking alternative employment. It should be designed to make an impact on any future employer. The CV needs to be clear, concise and simple to...
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A cover letter supplements your CV and can really help you stand out from the crowd. Its often overlooked but it’s an important aspect of a job application. We’ve included our top tips for writing a cover letter: Always send one! The covering letter's job is...
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First impressions count and your Linkedin summary is often the first opportunity a potential employer has to find out who you are beyond a photo and a job title. So, make the most those precious moments. Follow these essential tips to impress employers. TIP #1: Never leave the...
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In an increasingly digital world the importance of face-to-face communication and body language is easy to overlook. In an interview situation, body language can be a game-changer. Before you say a word, the interviewer will have made crucial decisions about you through the way you communicate...
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Have you ever been caught off guard with a question in an interview? A competency-based question could well have been the culprit. These questions typically require the candidate to demonstrate they have the right skills for a role by using a previous experience which showcases...
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Often the nerves and pressure of an interview situation can make us act slightly differently to normal life. Our body seems to behave in weird ways and the sound coming out of our mouth doesn't seem to be our usual one. If we don't feel...
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LinkedIn is like Facebook’s older, more sophisticated brother. With that said, it is a professional faux pas to treat LinkedIn like Facebook flooding it with happy hour pictures and personal life updates. People who are on LinkedIn do not want to hear about how you broke...
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Since the recent emerging of “influencer”, a term formerly referred to as “blogger”, more companies are recognizing a candidate’s social media presence as job validation? And it’s all thanks to advertising. The days of infomercials and traditional TV advertisements are gone. Even Google Adsense is losing...
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At around 3rd grade we learn the proper way to write a letter. You have the recipient, body, and signature. College comes and goes and before you know it you’re working at your first job, wrapping up an email, and then it hits you: how should...
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Finding your purpose is a daunting task, especially for us Millennials. With more 30 Under 30 stars popping up in Silicon Valley and the search for meaningful work is on the rise, it’s no wonder job seekers are more motivated than ever to find meaningful work. We want...
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