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Why Can’t Gen Y Get a Job?

Gen Y are finding it harder and harder to get a job, but why? Adecco‘s infographic below explains. Takeaways: The average college grad is $25,000 in debt. To stand out when applying for a job, focus on what interests the interviewer. 53% of recent grads are unemployed. RELATED: 11 Reasons Graduates Lose Out on Jobs…

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Do HR Professionals Fail to Control their Own Careers?

HR professionals are not taking their own advice when it comes to managing their career according to a new survey by our friends at LinkedIn, with modesty and a lack of planning preventing them from taking control of their career and finding fulfilment in their role. The study found that 42% of HR professionals don’t…

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REVEALED: What Do Recruiters Really Want to See On Your CV? [INFOGRAPHIC]

What do recruiters really want to see on your CV? The answers are all below! Takeaways: The most important things on a CV are a logical order, formatting and length. Poor spelling and grammar is one of the biggest turn offs for recruiters. Do not say on your CV that you enjoy socialising with your…

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5 Reasons Why All Experience is Good Experience

Since leaving University 4 years ago I, like many recent graduates, have worked in a variety of shops, pubs, clubs and restaurants. Whilst generally considered to be the kind of job you have during school and studying (part time and easy to fit in around classes and lectures), these jobs are also the main or…

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10 Tips to the Perfect Phone Interview

So you’ve got through to the interview stage – but it’s a phone interview! How do you master a phone interview? Takeaways: Take it seriously, some people get their jobs based on a single phone call. Do your homework and research the company! Find a quiet room somewhere where you know you won’t be disturbed.…