Our archive of CV tips, advice and employment articles.
There are pros and cons to taking an internship position and you should weigh these up before you start in the role An internship is a great way of boosting your work experience and meeting contacts but it can also hinder your career – if you don’t…
20 Jan In Advice Articles, Career Progression
Career progression often relies on identifying what your perfect job role would be and working towards it. Many people believe that there is no such thing as the ‘perfect job’ because each role comes with difficulties. But by recognising key themes and factors that make…
19 Jan In Advice Articles, Career Progression
We’ve previously covered typical job interview questions but one theme that will come up time and time again in job interviews is YOU. Interviewers will want to know as much information about you as possible. Sure, they will be scrutinising your CV template for signs that you…
17 Jan In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
If you have sent out your CV template to an employer and been selected for a job interview – well done! But this could automatically leave you feeling nervous about your interview preparation. One effective way of preparing for an interview is practice! You’ve probably heard people…
13 Jan In Job Interviews
You’ve attended a job interview, answered all of the questions brilliantly and left feeling confident. If you then receive a call informing you that you haven’t got the job, it can be easy to feel confused and disheartened. What went wrong? Firstly, don’t be too…
11 Jan In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
Temping opportunities are usually easier to find than full-time work. You can look for jobs through a Temping Agency or by applying directly to a company. These jobs are usually more available because they do not require a long term commitment from an employer. But how do you turn a temp position into a full-time opportunity?
10 Jan In Advice Articles, Career Progression
On average most employers will look at your CV for up to five seconds before they decide whether they should continue reading. That’s not much time. To ensure your CV gets read and you stand a chance of a job interview, you should concentrate on editing and updating your personal statement.
09 Jan In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
Looking for a job can be difficult but looking for a job to match and compliment your personality can be even more difficult. Throughout your career history you have probably found yourself in a job that you didn’t expect to be in. Perhaps it was…
06 Jan In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job
Some people (if they are lucky) know exactly what kind of career they want and train as a specialist in their field. Others take years to find a job they enjoy and it’s not uncommon to lack direction when you are job hunting. So, is…
05 Jan In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job
Companies today rely on and promote good customer service. Customer retention is vital, especially in today’s economical climate. So, one of the key attributes an employer will be looking for is customer service experience. It’s crucial you highlight this on your CV. When you are…
22 Dec In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips