Ways to stand out from the crowd In many industries and professions, competition for jobs continues to intensify. Sure, you may tick all the right boxes in terms of qualifications, you may have a compelling track record to talk about, and you may have a winning personality too. But chances are, so will several other…
How to maximise the first five minutes of your interview The first few moments of your interview can have a decisive impact on how well the rest of it goes. Here’s how to start strong – together with some cautionary tales of what not to do from real interviewers… 1. Remember the interview starts as…
How to find an employer you can believe in We all want to work for a company that we can feel good about and that’s aligned with our core values. So how do you find an employer you can believe in? Here are a few key questions to ask… We spend around a third of…
Dealing With Job Rejection: 8 Tips For Getting Back Out There No one enjoys getting turned down for a job, and if you’ve done a lot of preparation for a role that you really wanted, it can be harder still to accept rejection. But with the right mindset, you can turn the experience into a…
Some Great Job Opportunities for Young Adults The job market and economy of today is unique. It is a far cry from what it was even ten years ago. That is why many young adults simply do not know where to go to look for good work. There are so many new industries popping up…
The 6 Unwritten Company Rules You Won’t Find in the Employee Handbook When you begin a role at a new organization, you may feel a warm, welcoming vibe as you’re introduced to your colleagues via a company-wide email and taken out to lunch by your boss. In these early days, you’ll get info on how to file…
Tips for First-Time Job Seekers Graduating from high school or college is a huge milestone. It opens up a new phase of endless opportunities in the job market. You are finally ready to put all the knowledge you’ve gained to work, to help you find the right job. Despite the excitement, navigating the job market isn’t…
What to do if you’re being bullied at work When experiencing bullying, it’s common to feel powerless and unable to do anything to stop it. If you try to stand up to the bully, you may be threatened or told no one will believe you. If it’s your manager bullying you, you may wonder who…
How To Handle Job References Like A Pro As you look for a new career opportunity, putting together job references may not be high on your priority list. After all, a hiring manager likely won’t be reaching out until you’ve had an interview— leading you to believe that this is something you can consider later…
Human Resources or an organisation’s people are its most important asset. It is the talent capital that forms the basis of an organisation’s play in a domain. It is an investment that Companies make for a better Company, but as is the normal course, there are problems in the recruitment and selection process. It starts…