A big part of running an interesting and successful business is employing a group of people who each have their own personalities, ideals and beliefs. Having a varied team of individuals is what makes a business interesting – different types of people bring different ideas to the table, and it also makes everyday life more…
This post is sponsored by InHiro. Do you use all available sourcing channels? Recruiting can be a tough job when you don’t know where to start, and it can be pretty expensive too. Here is a sourcing map created by InHiro – a simple tool for recruiters. Takeaways: Everything starts with a job description. Think about it as…
Recruitment marketing has come a long way since job boards had they heyday. From social to mobile to content and now inbound marketing. But what exactly is inbound marketing and why is it important to staffing and recruitment agencies? To get some answers I had a chat with our friend David Smooke who is an expert in…
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A Checklist for the Perfect Resume
Your resume can make or break your job search, so it’s essential that you put the time into perfecting it and making sure it represents you and your professional abilities in the best light. Although format and design may vary between industries and personal preference, there are a few standard requirements for your resume which shouldn’t…
As a recent grad or a soon-to-be college graduate, you will be embarking on your job search to kick off your career. Choosing the right career path right from the get-go can help you avoid financial and emotional stress down the road. However, this can be an overwhelming process. Instead of forcing yourself to identify…
Confidence in recruitment has increased due to the more positive economic outlook in the UK. This is great news for recruiters; however, it can be a double edged sword. As opportunities increase for candidate placement – according to research more than a third of workers plan to change roles this year – recruitment companies need to…
Your resume can open and close doors. It’s main purpose is to market yourself to your prospective employers, and hopefully it will land you an interview or two. Resumes can come in different formats. The most common ones are chronological format and functional format. There are a variety of situations in which each certain formats can work differently. Here is…
In the past, many people stayed in one career, whether it was their dream job or not, throughout their working lives. However, this is not the case anymore. Nowadays, with more widely accessible education and career opportunities, it is not uncommon for people to change jobs and even careers every few years. Many of these career changers are…
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The 7 Reasons Employers Will Hire You
To secure that dream job, you have to think like the person making the final decision. What is going through the manager’s head when they select candidates? What attributes are they looking for in their ideal employee? Here are 7 of the most common reasons people get hired. Use it wisely now and do let me…