Career Coaching & Guidance
Better friends than foes
Who says you can’t mix business and pleasure? According to a survey by finance and accounting recruitment specialist Robert Half International, 63 per cent of employees in …
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Weighing your job options
Candidates with coveted skills are in demand, but having multiple job offers can be …
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Toughing out the jungle
New employees face two fates – to sink or to swim. Thankfully, there are plenty of guidelines to help them survive the office jungle. Here are more tips as a follow-up to last week’s column.
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Settling into a new job
Starting a new job is an exciting prospect. But it can also be daunting for those who have taken an extended break. To make the most of your new role, preparation is crucial.
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Three more for the road
Aside from technical skills and business knowledge, professionals should master three other key …
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Five key skills to hit the top
Professionals who want to get to the top need to master five key skills. Business knowledge, staff development, communication and …
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Be polished and persistent
Candidates should highlight one or two key unique selling points to differentiate themselves. Are they actively contributing to …
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Show and sell yourself well
To stand out when applying for a job with a top employer, candidates need to think outside the box, and highlight the skills they can …
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No thrills with poor skills
When ascertaining performance, employers typically hone in on four soft skills: interpersonal and communication; team management and …
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Soft skills in big demand
Leadership, organisational, language and interpersonal skills are four highly valued soft skills, yet job seekers often overlook their importance when …
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Social media is new hunt ground
With many candidates now being much more strategic in their approach to online networking, taking advantage of …
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Effective hiring via social media
Technology offers employers, recruiters and hiring managers powerful new recruitment tools, but the pace of change can be …