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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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Timebound

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…

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Workplace

5 Things You Should Consider Before a Video Interview

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…

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Employer Branding

How Adobe Instils a Creative Company Culture

As one of the leading software developers of the world, Adobe has been praised for the strong company culture they have grown over the years. From its humble beginnings in 1982, Adobe has grown into a multinational company, with over 13,500 employees. So what’s so special about Adobe’s culture? Let’s find out… “Work hard, play hard” Adobe…

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Employer Branding

What Are the Benefits of a Shorter Work Day?

Working for less time for the same pay sounds like a dream, right? Well for a lot of Swedish professionals this has become a reality, as employers across Sweden have recently elected to introduce shorter working hours, replacing the standard 9-5 routine with a six hour working day. They’ve come to this decision in a bid to improve employee…