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How to Optimise Your Chance of Being Headhunted

You never know when an amazing career opportunity might be on the horizon and therefore making yourself visible to headhunters is essential for ensuring you don’t miss out. Luckily, by  investing a bit of time into making yourself know in the industry and forming a personal brand for yourself, you can keep yourself firmly on the…

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Workplace Relationships: Stupid or Cupid?

It doesn’t matter whether you’re just starting work or approaching retirement, falling head over heels for someone in the office can be fraught with problems. Not only is your heart on the line, financial stability could be at risk should you lose your job. If a relationship involves two different levels in the company hierarchy,…

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How Do You Create a Positive Company Culture?

This week, we asked you how you create a positive company culture. You got back to us saying that simply respecting your employees is an excellent way of building company culture. A relaxed work atmosphere will also make employees feel comfortable. Communication and goals keep a team focused and build a sense of belonging. Recognizing employee needs…

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10 Ways to Get the Attention of Your Office Crush

Has someone you work with taken your fancy, but you don’t know how to get them to notice you? Here are some tips for catching their attention and potentially winning them over! Just keep it in mind that you’re going to have to see them every day regardless of the outcome, so you might want…

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How to Be Confident and Open for Your First Interview

You are a total “newbie” in the job market. You have your degree, your resume, and good references lined up. Unfortunately, your interview experience has only consisted of a brief conversation with the manager of a fast-food restaurant prior to getting employed. You are in the big time now, and you realize that you really…

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What are the Best, Worst, Highest and Lowest Paid Jobs?

Just how happy are you at your current job? Do you feel your salary is generous, or are you underpaid? However you view your current occupation, it’s always helpful to compare your situation to others for a greater understanding of your career. Maybe it’s time for a career change? Just be sure you don’t choose a bizarre occupation such as…

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5 Steps to Getting a Job Abroad

Considering the current economic climate and expanding globalization, working abroad can be a great opportunity to spice up your resume, gain new valuable experiences and explore your target country. Never assume that local market lacks talent – finding a job abroad is often more difficult than at home. Still, the experience is rewarding and definitely…

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How Job Seekers Use Social Media and Mobile in 2015 [STUDY]

It’s been a long road to recovery, but the economy is finally bouncing back after the Great Recession. Businesses are growing, companies are hiring and quality talent is in high demand. For the skilled worker, the job market has shifted in their favour, and professionals everywhere are taking advantage. The findings of the sixth annual…

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The 10 Weirdest Jobs in the World

Feeling a bit bored with your job and fancy a change? Why not try one of these jobs out? They’re probably not to everyone’s taste, but believe it or not, these are actually real jobs done by real people. Here are the top 10 weirdest jobs in the world: 10) Professional sleeper: A hotel in…