5 Things You Should Leave Off Your Resume
Every detail counts If you include too much information, or the wrong information, you may reduce your chances of getting a foot in the door. No-one wants that, especially if you’ve spent hours working on an application for your dream job. So, here are 5 things you should leave off your resume. Sometimes it can […]
Interviewers – Are You Biased?
Finding the right candidate Like it or not, we human beings are biased by nature. Our biases may be conscious but, more often than not, they are so subtle that we are not even aware of their presence. Conscious and unconscious bias can affect our judgment, behaviour and beliefs. They have long been an issue […]
Are You Guilty of Ghosting?
Communication is key Whether you’re an employer or a job seeker, it’s becoming an all-too-familiar scenario. You’ve made contact by email or on the phone, met at interview, discussed the role in detail, and felt that everything was moving in the right direction. And then . . . nothing. Radio silence. The other party has, […]
The Pros and Cons of Working Life as a Temp
Is temping for you? If you’ve spent some time browsing the job ads, you’ll have noticed that a lot of opportunities are temporary. The fact is many employers like the flexibility of temporary work. Organisations can bring in extra staff to help during peak periods, for example, or an employee with a particular skill set […]
