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A Fail-Safe Guide to Salary Negotiation

Salary negotiation can be a sensitive topic to approach with a future employer, as it is important that they are aware of what your salary expectations are for your best chance of being offered it, however, jumping in too soon and asking for more than they are willing or able to pay can lead to…

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The Habits of Healthy, Happy and Productive People

Everyone here wants to be healthier, happier, and more productive. But how do you do that? All three traits are connected. A healthy employee will tend to be happier and more productive, making him or her a better addition to the company. If you need a good round-up of how you can bring yourself to…

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Talent Acquisition

Recruiters: Don’t Expect a Return on Investment from LinkedIn! (Part 2)

They’ve restricted your searches and freed up access to 3rd level contacts – everyone’s scared and delighted! Last year I blogged about recruiters not expecting a return on investment from LinkedIn. I predicted (and so did my cat!) that the era for the free use of social media is coming to an end.  I suggested…

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Workplace

How to Survive the First Day at Your New Job [5 TIPS]

Congratulations! You’ve succeeded in getting your new job, now it’s time to prepare for your first day. This is your chance to show your employer that they made the right decision and to get acquainted with your new co-workers whilst navigating the office. Here are some useful tips to help you make your first day…

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What Kids Can Teach You About Job Interviews

Job interviews can be quite a daunting experience and the way you conduct yourself can be crucial to whether you are successful or not. To ensure your best performance in an interview, identifying some simple do’s and don’ts in advance are really helpful for preparing yourself and what better way to to demonstrate this than…