As you know it is vitally important to ask questions at the end of an interview. Knowing what questions to ask can be difficult especially if you have not prepared in advance, but fortunately for you I think that I have finally identified the...
When should I not apply for a job?
Applying to job vacancies is not just a hit and miss exercise. If you are just randomly applying to jobs then you might be doing it wrong! Check out my top 6 reasons NOT to apply for a position....
What questions to ask during an interview?
During an interview the interviewer is obviously going to ask you a number of questions. They are trying to find out if your skills, experience and personality match the position and culture of the company. However you should never think of an interview as...
Securing interviews – 13 reasons you are not getting called back.
Imagine the following situation, you have applied for a position which seems perfect for you. You have compiled the ideal CV and written a motivated cover letter. You just know that this position is the one! However your confidence slowly turns into frustration as...
The job search -7 tips to help you stand out!
1) Make sure you are an obvious fit for the position. 2) Remember your CV is not set in stone. 3) Be polished and presentable but do not be Boring. 4) Send a Thank you after the interview. 5) What can you do, not what do you get! 6)...
5 things you should do while job searching.
Anyone who has been unemployed and job searching knows just how stressful the process can be. This stress is exhausting and can lead to relationship problems and a feeling of guilt at letting your loved ones down. Often people feel that they should be...
11 common questions asked in interviews, and how to prepare for them.
There are certain questions that seem to pop up over and over again in interview situations. These questions should be easy to answer to the prepared candidate, unfortunately all too often the combination of being under-prepared and the stress of the situation can make...
CV writing tips to Secure that Interview.
Did you know the average employer only spends about 10 seconds reading a CV before deciding if is worthwhile to carry on. If you can not make an impact in those first 10 seconds your CV will end up in the trash. Your CV...