First day in a new job
1Starting a new job is an exciting time and it’s understandable you will be eager to create a good first impression. Here are some tips for...
Employment
How to use the ‘STAR’ technique when answering job interview questions
1Common types of interview questions are behaviour or competency-based questions for which candidates are usually asked to talk about a previous experience or a hypothetical scenario....
How to email your CV to an employer
4In recruitment nowadays it is not uncommon for candidates to be asked to apply for a job by emailing the employer. If you have been asked...
Types of work experience for students
1Work experience is a great way for young people to experience a work environment and find out what it is like to work in a specific...
Assessment Centre Group Tasks
0An important part of an assessment centre is the group task. The candidates will be split into smaller groups and given a specific task such as...
What to do if you don’t hear back after a job interview
2After a job interview, it can be nerve-wracking waiting for a response. Usually, you will receive feedback after a day or two (sometimes even on the...
5 tips for working in retailÂ
0Working in retail can be demanding however that your role offers the opportunity to interact with many people. Therefore, being able to excel as a retail...
How to respond to an email job interview invitation
1When you apply for a job the next step is to wait for an invitation to interview. Employers often use email to communicate with candidates and...
What is a Fortune 500 company and what are the benefits of working for one?
0Fortune 500 is a list of 500 of the largest companies in the USA. The list is created by Fortune magazine and includes both public and...
What to do if you don’t know how to answer a job interview question
0Picture the scene. You are in the middle of a job interview that is going extremely well. You have built a great rapport with the interviewer...