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The tell-tale signs your job interview went well
Nothing quite beats that feeling when you walk out of an interview room…….
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Things To Leave Off Your Resume
Resume writing is another aspect of job hunting that people dread. In order to create a standout resume that will be sure to catch the eye of your next potential employer, it’s not only what you put in your resume, but what you leave off that can score you your next job interview. Here are some ways to streamline your resume to garner your professional experience some hard-earned attention…
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How to unlock those hidden transferable skills and broaden your job search
Have you ever been deterred from applying for a job you thought you’d be great at, just because you felt ……
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Things to Consider Before You Jump into Freelance Work
Are you thinking to work as a freelancer? There are opportunities to get freelance work and if you want to enjoy the pros of it, here are the 6 secret points you need to know before your journey embark…
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Interview Tips From Top Recruiters
Are you ready for the interview right now? Make sure you are well- prepared before you leave. Take the last tour with our top recruiters’ advices before you knock the manager’s door…
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Cover Letter Cliches to Avoid
Cover letters can be challenging. There are plenty of advice and warnings about what to avoid in your resume, but the cover letter tends to be overlooked. Writing a cover letter is an ideal way for a potential employee to show off their talents and personality so it’s important to make the most of this opportunity. It should be professional, but still allow some of your unique qualities to shine. The worst thing a potential employee can do is sound like a robot, and there are cliche phrases that make employers cringe.
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The 7 Worst Phrases to Put in Your Cover Letter and Resume
Resume writing and updating is often one of the more dreaded and stressful aspects of job hunting. This article shows the seven worst commonly used phrases in resume and what you should include instead.
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7 Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
A critical part of any job application, the cover letter should be error free. Here are the top 7 mistakes to avoid at all costs in your cover letter.
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Including hobbies and interests on your CV is not likely to help you land a job
The inclusion of an “interests” or “hobbies” section at the end of your CV is not a professional requirement and, more often than not……
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The cover letter isn’t dead, it just needs a revamp, says Christine Wright of Hays recruitment
Once upon a time, writing a strong cover letter was essential to a successful job application……
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Impress Your Interviewer With a Career Portfolio: Here’s How
Developing an impressive resume is crucial to a successful job search. Before you can ace an interview, you have to get through the job application process first……
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Job-hunting in the creative industries? An online portfolio could help you get that new role
Jobseekers are increasingly concerned about their web presence, but not all professionals benefit from online portfolios. It depends on your industry. Creating a website allows you to showcase digital examples of your work, so this approach is best suited to candidates looking for a job in a creative industry such as video production, graphic design or journalism.