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How to Dress for Your Job Interview

Knowing what to wear for a job interview is half the battle of the interview itself. The old adage could never be so true, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When you’re going to a job interview, your appearance is extremely important. Whether or not you look professional or sloppy could play…

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How to Master the Perfect Modern Resume

Over time, the way people create, produce and present their resumes have changed. You need to do your best to impress hiring managers as it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd, especially when so many other people have applied for the exact same dream job that you wanted. There is competition and…

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How ‘the CV Man’ Landed his Dream Job

You may recognise Alfred Ajani, AKA ‘The CV Man’, as the guy who landed himself his dream marketing job, by handing out his CV in Waterloo Station. After having a tough time finding a job after graduating last Summer, Alfred did not become disheartened by job rejections and rather took his job search into his own…

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10 Office Snacks That Can Keep You Motivated

The infamous mid-afternoon energy lull effects even the best of us. A study has shown that the least productive time of day is 2.55pm (which ironically is when cat video views boom!) and lethargy and tiredness creeps in. This is the time you need to get up from your desk, move your feet, grab a drink,…

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3 Networking Tips for Introverts

Introverts are personalities that fall under the temperament melancholic. Naturally they are not sociable and tend to keep for themselves preferring seclusion over crowds. For a job search, networking might prove difficult for a person with this kind of a personality. We are aware networking is crucial in any setting especially when wanting to establish ones career. The traditional…

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15 Interview Philosophies That Attract Job Offers

Philosophy and recruiting? Why not. One of the philosophies that our recruiters adhere to is that if, as a candidate, you’re going to attend an interview, you might as well perform at 110% during the meeting. Regardless of the individuals whom you’re interviewing with or the level of job you’re pursuing, the recruiting team at…

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10 Classic Interview Blunders You Must Avoid

Interviews can be nerve-wracking and it’s important that you make a good impression to put yourself in good stead for being selected as the right person for the job. However, factors such as nerves or just a lack of organization can jeopardize this and there are certain common job interview mistakes that you want to…

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What Does Your Profile Picture Tell Employers?

You may think that uploading silly photographs of yourself to your social media accounts is just a bit of fun and games, but with 90% of employers now recruiting through social media, you may be at risk of damaging your chances of being hired. First impressions are crucial when it comes to hiring decisions and…

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How to Come Back From a Bad First Impression

Can you be given a second chance if you slip up in an interview? So, imagine if you have a really important interview at a company you have had your sights on for a long time and it could be the chance of a lifetime. However, on your journey there you encounter some major road works and…