First Day at a New Job
First day at a new job can be daunting. Even for experienced sports athletes moving over to a new team. No matter how experienced or successful you are, stepping into […]
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The Purple Squirrel
Are you searching for a purple squirrel? 🐿️ We’ve seen a trend where some hiring managers bring a very long “wish list” to the recruitment process. Every skill, every qualification,
Taking Proper References
The Importance of taking proper references – don’t let automation weaken your hiring decisions! The other day, I was asked to provide a reference for someone. Instead of a conversation,
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Hiring Mistake – Falling in Love with a CV
One of the biggest hiring mistakes I’ve made (and seen countless hiring managers make) is falling in love with a CV. You see the perfect experience, the right qualifications, and
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“I’ll know it when I see it”
“I’ll know it when I see it” isn’t a hiring strategy. As humans, we all carry unconscious bias – yes, even the most well-intentioned hiring managers. And in recruitment, relying
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Resigning – Do it Right!
Resigning? Do It Right! For Your Career’s Sake! Resigning isn’t just about handing in a letter and working your notice. It’s about how you leave that defines your professional reputation.
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Contact details on CVs
Add contact details on CVs!! Lately, I’ve noticed a surprising trend — CVs coming through with no contact details at all. It seems there’s a new template doing the rounds
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Job Searching
Job Searching? Know What You Want Before You Start! In an ideal world, you’d have multiple offers to compare—going through interviews, weighing up different opportunities, and making a well-informed decision.
Give Your Referee a Heads-Up
Give Your Referee a Heads-Up – It’s Just Good Practice! If you’ve listed someone as a referee, do them (and yourself!) a favour – let them know they might be
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Are you AI-literate?
Are you AI-literate? If not, this could stand in the way of your dream job! One trend we’ve noticed in recruitment, particularly for mid to senior-level roles, is the increasing
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