Archive for October 2019

If you haven’t heard of employee referral programs, you might be missing out. They are growing in popularity, and proving to be an effective, low-cost way to identify suitable IT & Digital candidates for your company. Be aware, however, that employee referral programs have their limitations – and are best used alongside specialist IT &…

Recruiters are increasingly using phone interviews to whittle down large numbers of job applicants. They tend to be short and punchy, so you need to make all your answers count! Here are some classic phone interview questions, along with some tips on preparing for the interview. Tell me about yourself Forget the personal side of…

If you’re still hot on the job trail, there’s every chance your hard work will eventually find you a new employer. So, a little forward thinking now can put you in prime position to shine when that new position comes your way. Starting a new job is always a mix of excitement and anxiety, and…

When you start your job search, there’s no means of knowing how long it will go on. Will you be the lucky one who scores a great job straight away, or the one who becomes increasingly demoralised by false starts and rejections? Whatever happens, you need to approach the job hunt with a clear head…

One of the most difficult decisions facing recruiters is whether to choose the candidate with the biggest smile or the longest resume. While this over-simplifies the dilemma, you often have to choose between two close contenders – one with extensive skills and unengaging personality, the other with great character but no industry experience. There’s no…