Are employees of small businesses satisfied and happy with their jobs? GFI conducted a survey and this infographic shows the findings. Takeaways: 81% of small business employees are satisfied with their job. 72% say social media at work has no effect on their productivity. 43% have used a mobile computing device to connect remotely to…
Creating a captivating resume can be a daunting task for college students – the reason for that is obvious: at this early stage of their lives, students haven’t reached many significant achievements. However, when you take a look at the list of skills that are valuable for employers, you will understand that there is much…
You’ve got a new internship, and of course you want to start on a good foot. But how? This infographic by Northpoint gives the top 10 tips on making the most of your first days. Takeaways: Spotted a mentor? Stick by them. Apply yourself! Prepare your portfolio!
Is body language important in business? Of course it is! How can it help you get ahead? This infographic by Gengo tells you how it can help. Takeaways: We take in 82% of the world around us via our eyes. When socialising with a client, keep it professional, polite and personal. Body language is rated…
Going for a job interview can be nerve-wracking. If you really want to make a good impression, you will need nerves of steel! Of course, you want to make the best impression possible, and there are a number of ways to ensure you create a positive reaction from your interview. Many individuals have their own…
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Is Your Resume Holding You Back?
The job market is overcrowded with applicants all wanting to be the one who gets picked out of the crowd and lands the job. However, there are two areas where you have a chance to outshine your competition and embark on your new career. Everyone knows that their resume has to be top notch, but that’s…
Statistics. They’re great if used appropriately, and they’re understood. According to a recent U.S. government statistic, the inflation rate is about 1 percent. But anyone who buys anything knows that’s probably not a true portrayal of cost,s even though that rate is defined as ‘the rate at which the general level of prices for goods…
Ever wondered how employers in Europe use social media for recruitment? Our friends at Stepstone recently released a study called “Recruitment via social media: fact or hype?” which is based on research carried out in seven European countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden. So, for once, we have interesting social recruiting…
So you work in recruitment and you are keen to get ahead. But would you ever consider looking to TV personality Karl Pilkington for inspiration? Perhaps not, but be prepared to think differently. Karl is the comedic presenter of the TV show An Idiot Abroad, where he brings his own unique slant on the destinations he visits.…