Post Covid-19 Interviews: Questions you should ask
Helping you to prepare for a new role, in a new era of work. Choosing where to work and which roles to accept is always an important decision, and a very personal one at that. Professional life has changed, and this changes the questions you should ask in an interview. In terms of both business […]
by: Ciaraphillips
Job searching during Coronavirus
Job searching during Coronavirus With the Coronavirus there is a lot of uncertainty out there and this is causing a change in the current job market. Companies are adapting to this which means some people are losing jobs, working from home or for some jobs have fallen through. With this uncertainty can come anxiety and […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
How to do a great skype interview
Interview processes have adapted to further enforce social distancing, so we want to make sure you know how to make the best impression during a skype interview. There are many aspects of a skype interview that give you more control of the situation, and being in the comfort of your own home has an undeniable […]
by: Ciaraphillips
Most common mistakes to make on your CV
On average hiring managers and recruiters can receive 100s of CVs everyday for different positions. Because of this they may not necessarily have time to read each one with great detail and could briefly scan through the CV. If they spot a mistake on your CV, your CV will more than likely be ignored. It […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
7 THINGS EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT PEOPLE DON’T DO AT WORK
Emotional intelligence: “The capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.” It is no secret that emotional intelligence is important for personal and professional relationships. We have listed a few tips on how to become more aware of your actions and how they can affect your […]
by: Ciaraphillips
THIS IS YOUR YEAR: SETTING UP YOUR CAREER RESOLUTIONS
Christmas is over and January blues are starting to set in. A lot of people use the New Year as a fresh start and a time to set up some career resolutions for the year. There is a lot to consider here and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Create your career resolutions […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
5 SIGNS TO LEAVE YOUR JOB
It’s always hard to leave your current job. You feel settled, you have mastered a routine, and the salary might even be alright. However, you might not actually be happy in your job without even knowing it! You might already know it but not sure if it’s the right time to move or you could […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
THE STAR APPROACH
Answering competency questions in an interview can be tricky, especially if you feel like you are not prepared for the interview. They usually start off as “tell me about a time when..” At some point we have all struggled in interviews. But using the STAR approach can provide some guidance when answering these questions. What is […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO AFTER A BAD INTERVIEW?
No matter how much you can prepare for an interview sometimes things can go wrong. You could have felt nervous on the day, you could have gone blank on answering a question or maybe you struggled to build a good rapport with the interviewers. When an interview goes bad it can really put a knock […]
by: Zoe Hamilton
WORK-LIFE BALANCE AND MENTAL HEALTH
In the trawls of working life, especially if you find yourself starting a new job or going through a stressful or busy period, it can often be hard to maintain a good work-life balance and this is turn may affect your mental health. We all go through difficult and stressful periods at one point or […]
by: Nicola Dunphy