Do you have a LinkedIn account and no clue what to do next? Like any valuable networking tool, LinkedIn takes some maintenance and tweaking in order to reap the benefits. Even if you are not job searching now, don’t be left behind the eight ball for when you need to or want to chase your […]
When deciding which resume you should use, it is beneficial to understand the value of each and also the drawbacks. This by no means should be taken as gospel; however, after reading, researching and seeking feedback from many employers and industry professionals regarding resumes, the below post summarises some key pros and cons of different resume […]
Each year there are a selection of career expos, fairs and networking opportunities to take advantage of. Below are some quick tips to use during and after a networking event that could boost your return. Before and during the event: Plan of attack – If you’re heading to an expo or fair, check their website prior […]
We always have clients who say to us, “It would be great to get a response from employers so I know how I went!” We get it! We’ve been there. We know how hard it is when you’ve sent off your application for that dream job. The job you knew you would be perfect for […]
The war on talent is getting fiercer. One of the biggest trends for 2014 is internal referral programs. With the push for greater responsiveness and results driven recruitment, employers will be exhausting quality recruitment activities over traditional. What does this mean? If employers are giving their employees scouting incentives to find and source potential employees, […]
Why are you ‘searching’ for a job? To me, searching implies you have lost something? Or you’re trying discover something? And whilst, you may in fact have lost your job and attempting to get back into the workforce; you want to ensure you undertake effective job targeting activities; not ad-hoc, spur of the moment job searching! Your […]