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Be polished and persistent
Career Coaching & Guidance

Be polished and persistent

Candidates should highlight one or two key unique selling points to differentiate themselves. Are they actively contributing to …

Show and sell yourself well
Career Coaching & Guidance

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 …

No thrills with poor skills
Career Coaching & Guidance

No thrills with poor skills

When ascertaining performance, employers typically hone in on four soft skills: interpersonal and communication; team management and …

Soft skills in big demand
Career Coaching & Guidance

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 …

Social media is new hunt ground
Career Coaching & Guidance

Social media is new hunt ground

With many candidates now being much more strategic in their approach to online networking, taking advantage of …