Make your LinkedIn profile stand out

Tips to make your LinkedIn profile stand out With more than 450 million members worldwide, LinkedIn is a social networking service that you can’t ignore as a professional. Follow these 8 simple steps to boost your LinkedIn profile visibility and make sure you are seen by prospective employers. Here are 8 simple ways you can boost…

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The art of business networking

Shaking hands at networking event

Networking skills are essential to every balanced job search. These days, hiring managers and decision makers are more likely to talk to candidates who have been recommended by someone they know and trust. When networking, remember these networking basics: offer to assist others and return the favour whenever possible; ask for advice but not for a…

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Behavioural interview questions and answers

Behavioural interview questions and answers

Behavioural job interview questions are based on the premise that past behaviour is the best predictor of future behaviour – and that’s why they are so often asked by employers when assessing candidates during a job interview. These types of competency-based interview questions typically begin with the phrase, “Tell me about a time when…” The…

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How to make a good first impression at a job interview

How to make a good first impression at a job interview

They say that first impressions are lasting, and nowhere is this more relevant than in the interview room. Richard Branson says he tends to make up his mind about people within 30 seconds of meeting them. While interviewers use many methods to assess candidates, it pays to make an effort to impress from the moment…

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Resume mistakes: 5 things to leave out

Resume mistakes

Anything negative Even if a previous position was unpleasant and you had a difficult manager, you should never badmouth employers on your resume (or in a job interview!) as it just paints you in a negative light. Remember, this is a document marketing you and your skills, so keep it positive. If you need to…

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