A successful job hunt takes time. And sometimes, that is the thing you have the least of – especially when you’re balancing your current employment alongside other responsibilities. It is possible to balance a job hunt with everything else you need to do, we promise! In this blog, we will break down our expert tips for an effective job search …
How to Optimise Your LinkedIn Profile for Success
As of the end of 2022, there are over 800 million people with profiles on LinkedIn. Officially the largest professional platform in the world, an optimised LinkedIn profile is essential for job seekers. If you’re new to LinkedIn, or it’s been a few years since you updated your profile, you might not be sure where to start. In this blog, …
Trends in the UK Job Market in October 2022
The world is constantly changing at a rapid pace. In one way or another, we are gearing up for a challenging winter. With the increasing cost of living, an upcoming recession, and the fact that many industries are still recovering from Covid…many of us are feeling the pressure. Some people are even starting to take second jobs to cover increasing …
Moving Overseas: How to Write an International CV
Decided to move overseas? Congratulations – you are embarking on an amazing adventure! You could be relocating for a variety of reasons, but one thing is certain: you need to get a job in your new home. And your CV needs to be prepped based on the requirements of the country you are applying in. For example, if you are …
Should You Work With A Professional CV Writing Company?
Looking for a new job is exciting – but it can be stressful too. If you’re applying for positions and aren’t getting responses, are getting rejected before interview, or you’re struggling to fit applications into your busy lifestyle: a Professional CV Writing service could help. With so many CV Writing companies out there, it can be hard to understand which …
Online Job Applications: Tips for A Successful Submission
If you’ve been in one job for a long time or risen the ranks internally, job hunting online can feel very daunting when you aren’t used to it. Completing an online job application could include any of the following: Sending your CV and Cover Letter Bespoke application forms Video answer submissions Aptitude tests for specific skills With so many potential …
CV Mistakes That Students Should Avoid
Whether you’re: Finishing your degree Looking for a summer internship Seeking a part-time job It can be hard to know what to put into your student CV. You might not know how to showcase your skills to put your best foot forward. There are a few mistakes that we see students and graduates make all the time in their CVs. …
How to pitch your experience for Leadership opportunities
Are you one of the many professionals that know you are ready for the next step in your career, but have not yet managed to make that elusive move? It may be the opportunity has not presented itself or any time it does you miss out for some reason: “you don’t have the experience” or “other candidates have done the role before” or “it is …
The Perfect Cover Letter
When applying for a new role, there is often an option to attach or upload a cover letter. Uploading a CV is of course essential. However, there are more and more employers using various platforms to advertise positions where there is an automated cover letter within the application so you can simply attach your CV and hit on apply. So …
Tips to keep a healthy mind-set when job searching
Job searching is an intense process where you can experience a wide range of feelings. There c an be feelings of frustration, excitement, disappointment, hope and rejection. However, while you are job searching it is important to remember that it is NOT personal. Many people feel like they are never going to find a job and feel like there is not much out …