Job Seeker Blogs
5 ways to identify your strengths and stand out
Knowing what your strengths are is never more important than when you’re applying for a new job. Simply because, you want to present the best possible version of you to the employer – and ‘sell’ yourself on what you bring to the role. Knowing your strengths also means you can leverage them to help you…
Read More7 must-do’s to get your resume up to scratch
When you’re looking for work, first impressions are everything –and your resume is a big part of that. If yours is dated, irrelevant or packed with so much information hiring managers will run screaming, it may be time to give it a bit of a spit’n’polish. Here’s how to create a slick, professional resume that’ll…
Read MoreWhen you start a new job and realise it’s not for you
Sometimes you can apply for a job, go through the recruitment process and celebrate landing the role – only to discover when you actually start that it’s not at all what you expected. Or worse, that you hate it and will do anything to extricate yourself! There’s nothing worse that feeling that pit of dread…
Read More10 things you should do first 30 days in a new job
Starting a new role can be stressful. You’re the newbie who’s trying to learn the ropes, remember everyone’s name – and figure out as much as you can without asking stupid questions. We’ve all been there! The great news is, there’s lots you can do in the weeks ahead to make a good impression and…
Read MoreHow to answer strengths / weaknesses question
It’s the question every interviewee fears: “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” It may come as several questions, such as, “What’s your greatest strength?” and “Which area would you say you’re weakest in?” It’s a question you should always bank on the interviewer asking in some form, as it’s a good way for them to…
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