When applying for a job one of the most important aspects to focus on is the cover letter. A good cover letter can package your CV and present your key skills and experience to an employer – boosting both your job interview and employment chances….
16 Jul In Advice Articles, Cover Letter Writing
This question comes up time and time again in job interviews and unfortunately, there is no avoiding it. Most candidates will be asked ‘what’s your biggest weakness?’ during most job interviews they attend. Employers and recruiters like to ask this question for a number of…
02 Jul In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
Whether you work for a small business or a corporate company – at some point in your career you may find yourself facing a possible relocation. There are a variety of reasons why people face relocation at work. Your company moving offices, having more job…
30 Jun In Advice Articles, Career Progression
As well as accepting traditional CVs, many employers now allow (and some even encourage) candidates to submit a video CV too. It totally depends on the industry you are applying to – it’s almost always creative jobs that allow CV video applications. If you’re applying…
26 Jun In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
If you’re currently job hunting and getting ready to write a CV then you’ll probably be aware of cover letters too. Although not every candidate will write one for every job they apply to, they can be crucial in helping to secure a job interview. So…
23 May In Advice Articles, Cover Letter Writing
Every now and then you should change your CV writing style to suit the job role you are applying to and the company you are sending your CV to. Not only will changing your CV writing style ensure you personalise your CV and keep it…
19 May In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
Attending a job fair can be a great way of finding out about new opportunities and it’s a great way to boost your industry profile. Job fairs happen all over the country and are usually full of prospective employers so it’s a good idea to…
06 May In Advice Articles, Career Progression
So, you’re baffled. You applied for a job, sent in a well written CV and cover letter, followed up your application and kept an eye on the closing date for applications and yet you were not selected for a job interview. Why? You Didn’t Personalise…
25 Apr In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
As the warmer weather approaches it’s time to start getting your CV into shape. Here are some tips to help you tone up your CV and to get it fighting fit for the summer! Trim Down Your CV Length One of the main reasons an…
10 Apr In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
Apprenticeships can be a great way to learn a new trade and they can also lead to full-time employment. So if you are thinking of starting an apprenticeship but are not sure where to begin, here are some tips to help you find the right…
24 Mar In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job