Before I understood these body language tricks, waiting for a job interview wasn’t exactly relaxing. I felt butterflies in my stomach, checked my watch every few minutes and reviewed answers to potential interview questions in my mind until I was invited into the room. In short, I was grossly anxious, feeling like Shy Ronnie: Then…
Should recruiters be a candidate’s friend? After all, there are no fees if they can’t fill the jobs, so they should treasure you and be delighted to hear from you on any occasion. And what a recruiter thinks of you can make a significant difference to your career prospects, so why do candidates fail to…
This TechTuesday, we are exploring this handy infographic on the online job application process, featuring data from more than 1,000 job seekers and 300 HR professionals. Applying for jobs online can either be a straightforward fast process or an long-winded application nightmare. Companies are continually trying to improve their online application process and the amount of…
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5 Signs You’re Not Happy at Work
Are you happy at work? Do you know the signs that show you’re unhappy? How do you become happier at work? Here are the top 5 signs to look for and how to improve your job happiness level. 1) It’s on your mind when you walk, eat and sleep: The symptom: After you go home from work…
Sometimes you really do need to look twice or three times to see the person behind the tattoo or the lion in the sheep’s skin. It takes just one-tenth of a second for us to judge someone and make our first impression, and our confidence in impression formation increases with the time taken to form the…
It was recently announced that Sir Richard Branson, head of The Virgin Group, is now offering his personal staff unlimited holidays. This uncapped time off can be taken at any time, without the need to gain prior approval. In addition, employees do not have to state when they will be back, whether they intend to…
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Funniest Excuses For Not Going to Work
Days off from work are inevitable – for reasons such as illness, emergencies or commitment. But what about those employees who just want a lazy day in bed? In this infographic from Job Cluster, we are shown some of the more creative excuses for not coming into work. Let us know in the comments any creative excuses…
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How to Be a Brilliant Boss
Is being a good boss something we can learn? Although some personality traits are innate, some others can be practiced. And improved! Being a good boss is a real plus as it will lead to a better atmosphere and productivity. If you’re a manager, always aim to keep them happy by being ready to listen, understand…
Recruiting new staff can be time consuming and costly, so attracting the right candidates who will prove a long-term asset to a business is crucial. Time and time again, however, many recruiters fail to find the right people to work for them, which, in many instances, could have been avoided from the outset. Here are…