If you’re recruiting into the tech industry, but don’t necessarily have the technical knowledge yourself, it can often prove challenging to get your head around some of the jargon and understand what exactly a role entails. If you’re having trouble cracking the code and are unsure about what you should be looking for in a candidate,…
People now change jobs more times throughout their careers than ever before. In fact it’s actually the norm to switch jobs every few years, rather than climbing the ladder within the same company. In the past job hopping was regarded as a negative thing, as it sparked concerns that the individual has trouble holding down…
Keeping your team happy and motivated is extremely important for any employer. Motivation not only improves productivity and performance levels, but it also means employees will feel happier in the workplace – which will improve retention and performance of the team. So you’ve tried to put some effort into motivating your employees, but it’s not…
“Hire slow, fire fast” We’ve been told it so many times we pretty much accept it as conventional wisdom – hire slow, fire fast. It makes sense right? Hiring is the most important thing we do, we should take time over it. The last job I applied for had 7 interview stages! Slowly but surely…
What are the most popular social networks for recruiting and job search? What is smart working and how do you embrace it? Julia Jachmann, the Global Social Media Manager for the Adecco Group, spoke to us to answer all of these questions and more! Have a listen below, read the summary and be sure to subscribe to the…
Has your candidate search become a bit of a horror? Perhaps that’s a good thing! People First reckon that the ghouls and zombies of the workforce could actually bring something valuable to the table. Here’s what makes each of these 5 types of candidate such a great hire. The Zombie: Willing to attack a problem…
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10 Horrors of the Job Hunt
Your job hunt can be full of unexpected twists and turns, adrenaline rushes and terrifying ordeals. Among the pressure and nerves that job searching brings, the lack of sleep and stress can leave you feeling like a zombie, a job rejection can feel like the end of the world and the prospect of attending an interview fills you…
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James Bond’s Top Secret Resume
From nailing the bad guys, to charming the ladies, James Bond always manages to come out on top, despite regularly dicing with death! Armed with a number of invaluable skills and an endless supply of gadgets, he’s gained himself status as the best secret agent around. Though his career has been anything but secret; spanning over 50 years, 24…
Being interviewed for a position can be an intimidating experience, but the increasing trend for video recruitment means there’s a whole new set of factors to take into account. If you’re not used to being on camera, giving a video interview may be nerve-wracking, but it has a number of benefits for both you and…