Career
A common mistake made by career-driven people
In today's world, we put a lot of emphasis on progress. Always seeking the next thing. Next job, Next step, Next promotion… And it’s this desire for progress that often drives career-driven people to make a similar mistake. Resulting in missed opportunities. The common mistake: They view their current role as...
The smartest question to ask in an interview
The questions you ask in an interview are as important as the answers you give. The issue with asking bad or (even worse) no questions is… It can come across as if you’re: Uninterested; Unpreprepared or; Unengaged. And more importantly, you lose the opportunity to: Stand out; Clarify any grey areas and; Fully determine...
How to increase your chances of landing the job
Stop relying solely on your CV and skills. The connection you build with the hiring manager can make or break your chances. It's about how you make them feel during and after the interview. Follow these tips for how to do it the right way. #1: Don't treat it...
8 terrible ways to describe yourself in a job application
You want to present yourself in the best possible light. However, certain descriptions can do more harm than good. And in case you’re wondering, yes - these examples come from actual CVs. #1: Settle down hot shot. “World-class expert” It takes 10,000 hours to become an expert. Before you dub yourself...
What do career-driven people have in common?
In today’s world, we put a lot of emphasis on progress. Even the Consult Recruitment team produces at least 3-lists a week on ways to get ahead, but recently it's had me thinking, is the next thing always the best thing? Over the years, I’ve been lucky...
7 signs an employee is about to quit
There are multiple signs that things are turning sour for your employee. By being alert to them, you can take proactive steps to address any concerns. Keeping your valuable talent from slipping away. And, even if they're not planning on leaving, when you notice these signs, check...
8 career lessons you shouldn’t ignore.
#1: No to the yes-man. It's tempting to say yes to everything and everyone to please them and add to your credibility. But this can lead to burnout or doing things half-assed. Saying 'no' (where appropriate) is just as important. #2: The road has many potholes. At the time, failures...
The most annoying CV mistakes
We’ve seen a lot of them, but these take the cake. #1: Spelling your name wrong. I know – is this even possible? Yes, it is. Chros, Matew, Jmaes, Cabel & Sophio… the list goes on! Golden rule - always check your spelling before sending. #2: Nice award, but they...