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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
I speak to many clients who report that they are unsure of what jobs they should be applying for as the job titles do not appear to directly relate to them and their experience. One of the most significant changes recently is the evolution of job titles and the new types of roles appearing. Preparing professional CVs and LinkedIn profiles …
In today’s modern world more and more recruiters are relying on Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to assist them with their recruitment. This ensures they filter out any waste before they even review a CV (and this is then where they spend 30-60 seconds actually reviewing your CV!). So before you even get to the recruiting individual, you need to get …
In recent years LinkedIn has became a very popular way of job searching, headhunting and generally progressing your career. So having an effective profile is the key to enjoying career success through LinkedIn. With LinkedIn now being the world’s largest professional network with more than 546 million users across more than 200 different countries (source: LinkedIn 2018). So it will come …
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 …