The Importance of Your CV continued
Following on from last week’s article, you have now refined your introduction and gained the recruiter’s attention. The next step is your personal information, keep this short and to the point – a)...
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With your personal information complete, it’s time to focus on your career history. Employers are looking for candidates who are good at what they do, so concentrate on your professional experience and...
View ArticleYour Cover Letter
Your CV is looking polished and now you want to start applying for suitable positions. Where to from here? Start by constructing a Cover Letter. You should always send a cover letter to accompany your...
View ArticleApplying for a Job
Your CV is polished and your Cover Letter is professional, now you want to start looking for suitable positions. There are many options to consider – you can browse through: Social Media LinkedIn,...
View ArticleThe Interview
You’ve been applying for positions, and finally that call comes that you have been waiting for. You are invited to attend an interview – now what? We will cover this over the next few weeks, assisting...
View ArticleThe Interview Part 2
Your interview is going well, you’ve told your interviewer who you are and what your strengths are – but now comes the dreaded: 3) What are your weaknesses: This is an opportunity for you to turn a...
View ArticleThe Interview, Part 3
We’ve covered some tough Q & A’s so far, and it’s not over yet. 6) WHY ARE YOU LEAVING / OR HAVE LEFT YOUR CURRENT JOB: This is a critical question, so think about this carefully. Keep your...
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View ArticleYOU ARE FIRED!
Many years ago, eager to start working, I was appointed to the position of assistant in the legal department of an Executor company. Although excited at the prospect of my first job, I was nervous...
View ArticlePromoted, but I lost my work friends!
Being promoted to a supervisor, I expected to encounter difficulties in my new role, but little did I realise the impact the promotion would have on my work friendships. Suddenly I became the enemy!...
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