Technology has made it easy to send information fast. Copying and pasting data from one job application to the next without thinking makes it possible to send hundreds of job applications in a day. And with one click apply systems such as those offered by various recruitment and professional websites,...
Interview Taking Tips for Job Seekers
Going for a job interview? Then it's vital to be able to describe your work. Many people enter job interviews without having a clear idea on what they are going to say. When asked open ended questions, they get stuck or start talking incoherently. A common interview questions is “tell...
How to Build Teamwork Skills
Teamwork is important for career success. Teamwork is “the collaborative effort of a group of people to complete a task in an effective and efficient way (Wikipedia)”. Employees need to be able to collaborate to complete tasks and projects. They also need to be able to work productively and efficiently...
Time Management Tips for Job Seekers
If you are job hunting, managing time is important. This applies especially to those who are unemployed and looking for work, but also to people who have a job and are looking for alternative work, either a full time job or self-employed work. If you are currently not working, it’s...
Elements of an Effective Resume
Applying for a job? Make sure your CV / resume is effective. For the resume to be effective, it must: - Be tailored to the job you are applying for- Show you have the qualifications required for the job- Include relevant details about your career while excluding irrelevant information -...
A portfolio can help you get hired: why you should include a portfolio with your job application
A well-designed portfolio makes the job application stand out and helps employers identify qualified job candidates, aiding in the hiring and promotion decision making. Studies show having a strong portfolio, showcasing exemplary work and achievements, can increase job applicants’ chances of get hired. A portfolio is a set of images,...
What is imposter syndrome?
If imposter syndrome is affecting you, you’re not alone. In this article we talk about what imposter syndrome is, some of its effects, and how to deal with imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is the internal feeling that you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. You might...
Fresh Graduates, Finding Your First Job is Not as Hard as It Seems!
Are you a fresh graduate / college student looking for your first job or internship opportunity? Finding your first job may seem daunting. You may be nervous about your first interviews and wonder how to make a good impression and how to communicate your skills to recruiters. Career and job...
3 leadership skills you need for greater success
Business leaders need to be good at a number of different skills, leadership skills being one of them. In fact leadership skills may be the most important. “Leadership skills are essential because they enable individuals to motivate, inspire, and guide others toward achieving a common goal,” says the European Business...
What’s stopping you from reaching your goals?
Are you struggling to get the right job? Unhappy with your current career? Feel you deserve better but don’t know how to get it? What difference would having the job of your dreams make in your life? Would you feel more fulfilled? Would you jump out of bed every day, excited...
