Hand in your notice and quit your job gracefully! There are many reasons that you might quit your job. Particularly at the start of a new year and a fresh outlook on the year ahead. But whether you fancy a change or your current role no longer feels right for you, resigning from your job […]
Things you need to know about references!
References on a CV So you’ve got your references, how do you show them off? Not on your CV that’s for sure. At the end of your CV just put, “references available on request”. Then put all your references on a separate page ready to send off to employers when they ask for it. Remember […]
5 benefits of hiring an older employee
Unconscious bias during the recruiting process is something of a hot topic right now; and this includes age discrimination. Whether you’re aware of it or not, you may be more likely to hire a younger employee packed with potential over one nearing the end of their career. However, there are actually a number of benefits […]
Benefits of Flexible working
Flexible working is a pretty hot topic at the moment and a popular trend amongst today’s workforce. At the same, it also offers many perks to your business. It can support employee’s needs, help you to be competitive when recruiting and even promote your brilliant employer brand. Most of all, its adaptable depending on your […]
New office!
We are pleased to have recently moved into an additional office within the same building to allow us space to expand, we have kept our original office to allow for privacy while registering candidates and offering clients a private interview area.
What should I do after my job interview?
What should I do after my job interview? Know the process. It’s very frustrating when you’ve been to interview – especially for a job you really want – but then hear nothing for what seems like a lifetime. Unfortunately, your work is not done once you leave the interview – in fact it’s just beginning. […]
4 top tips for attracting candidates
Unemployment is at the lowest point it’s been in fifty years. While this is great news for the economy, the fact that more people are in work and less are actively looking for new jobs does pose a dilemma for employers and means competition for attracting candidates is stiff. This is only heightened by the uncertainty of Brexit and the fact that attracting candidates isn’t always […]
What are the most common interview questions?
These are the ten most frequently-asked interview questions that you can expect to face: What can you tell me about yourself? Can you list your strengths? What weaknesses do you have? Why should I consider hiring you? Where do you see yourself five years from now? Why do you want to work here? What is […]
The truth about interviews
It’s a common misconception that an interview should have a question-answer structure. Take my word for it – I’ve been working in the recruitment industry for over 30 years now. Having met literally thousands of candidates over this period, I’ve spotted a few patterns. The best interviews are always a two-way street. In an interview, […]
How to succeed in your probation period
Starting a new job can be an exciting yet challenging period. You’ve aced the interview, landed the job and are probably eager to get stuck in to your new role. But, throughout this period it’s important to be on the top of your game and stay alert to how you’re being perceived by your colleagues. […]