Job hunting can be a chore sometimes – but social media can make it easier, and this infographic (by Reed) shows you how to do exactly that. Takeaways: LinkedIn – make sure your profile is up to date! Twitter – make sure your avatar is professional and suitable for your job search. Let your friends…
Of all the vitriol directed at recruiters, the most anger is often reserved for the fees that recruitment agencies charge. Most agencies work to a contingency model, meaning they only charge a fee upon a successful placement. This fee is typically a percentage of anything from 10-30% of the salary that the employee is hired…
You’re written yourself a great resume, but you want it to be read – which words do you use? Here are the top 20 power words to be put in your survey and to impress the reader (courtesy of CareerBliss). Which are your favourites? Let us know in the comments below!
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Endorse Me and Be Damned!
I’ve always considered the word “endorsement” to have rather flaky connotations. Perhaps it’s because it conjures to my mind images of cheesy personalities or wooden sports stars “endorsing” products they quite clearly would never buy or use in a million years – Henry Cooper may well have splashed his Brut all over (boxers weren’t paid…
Recruitment: how does it break down in terms of cold, hard numbers? This infographic from Recruiterbox gives an idea of some of those. Takeaways: It takes at least 50 applications to get one solid hire. Senior roles take at least 4-5 interview rounds before a good hire. Most non-tech hires are in retail.
If you’re hunting for a job, you’ve likely been told hundreds of times about the importance of good spelling and grammar. But why are spelling and grammar such sticking points for employers? Surely even they make the odd spelling mistake from time to time? We’re all prone to human error, right? Well yes. However, when…
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How to Find Inspiration
How often do you feel inspired? 24Slides have created this useful infographic listing the top 12 tips to stay inspired in life. See what you have to think about it. Takeaways: Drink a glass of water to start the day fresh Every morning, make a list of the 3 main tasks you want to complete that…
“When can you start?” After months of careful preparation and countless interviews, these words are full of promise. Yet one or two missteps in the early days at a new company can have a long-term impact on your future opportunities. Starting off on the right foot is important for any new job, in any industry. This…
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Is Being a Job Hopper a Bad Thing?
Job hopping is a common phrase that is used for workers who jump from job to job. As a candidate you have to be aware that recruiters are going to be looking for gaps in your work history and if your CV has lots, this will put you behind your competition. It’s best to make sure…