When a job application specifies the need to provide a ‘covering letter’ (or most likely covering email) it is very common for candidates to disregard its’ importance in setting first impressions with the recruiter. In an age where text and email language is informal candidates often struggle to articulate their interest in the role and how their experience relates to …
We all still struggle to answer those difficult interview questions, especially when we are under pressure. After putting in the hard work to job search, you have received the email inviting you to an interview. But how do you prepare before the interview and how should you behave during the interview to make sure you nail that job? I have …
Although preparing for an interview is very important you also need to be aware of your body language during an interview. Even if you answer all the questions perfectly if you have negative body language you could jeopardise your chances at being offered the role. But what is the right body language? When you mention “body language” to someone in …
We have all thought “I am not getting paid enough for what I do” or asked the question “How can I increase my salary?“. The good news is LinkedIn have now launched a salary tool which will allow you to find out if you are getting paid fairly and provide you a platform to uncover the ways in which you …
The working population in the UK is just over 38 million (according to the ONS) and according to LinkedIn, over 21 million of those have a LinkedIn. Needless to say, we already know that it is the world’s most popular professional business networking platform with over 450 million users across 200 countries – but how can YOU use it to your …
Many of our customers ask us ‘how can I find and secure the job I really want?’ So we thought we would set some of our Top Tips for job searching effectively. 1. ALWAYS tailor your covering letter and CV to the position, employers want to know you are making the effort and want to see the specific experience you have that relates to …
Today there are so many other ways to apply for jobs but despite the varying methods it is pretty much the same content, whether that is by email, application form, recruitment websites, or LinkedIn. It is therefore very important to have an up-to-date and professional CV. Here are some top tips for a good CV: 1.Professional Profile – written exclusively in …