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It takes more than smarts to be a great team member. Instead, hire people who do these 8 things: 1. Avoid drama We have a policy in our office. It’s written on the wall: No driftersNo dickheadsNo drama queens For us, it helps to foster a culture of respect and...
What to do if you lose your job
Losing your job sucks. It can feel like the rug has been ripped from underneath you, especially if it was unexpected. If you find yourself in this position, here are 7 practical steps to get you back in the game. #1 You're going to be upset. Embrace it. Job...
Ultimate Jobseeker Guides
CV tips, LinkedIn profile tweaks and interview tactics to make you stand out. The best of the best for job seekers. Here are our top guides to help you land that next role. Why you’re not getting hired. The most annoying CV mistake. Your CV can be longer than 2...
How to get more profile views from recruiters.
Follow these 6 steps. 1. Go to your LinkedIn profile, and click on [ More ]. 2. Click on [ Build a resume ]. 3. Click on [ Create from profile ]. 4. Add your [ Job title ] and click [ Apply ]. 5. Copy the keywords in the...
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...